Longboarder9 Posted February 6, 2016 Share #1 Posted February 6, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) 100 t-max, M3, 50mm Zeiss People who have travelled to, or seen images of Shinto shrines in Japan will know about Ema...small wooden plaques on which you can write a wish to the kami/gods. It's common during the New Year's holiday to write your wish for the year. The first picture below is context for those who have not seen Ema. I've seen thousands of these, and wishes range from the cure for a loved-one's cancer, to a plea that Liverpool will win the Premier League. The other day, I randomly selected and turned over one Ema. As I slowly read, (shooting film seems to slow down everything I do), I thought it a bit ironic. "If his tests include English spelling, he will surely need to study more." Says I, the parent of a 6 yr old. .....but then I got to the last sentence. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/256531-japan-a-heartbreaking-ema/?do=findComment&comment=2983916'>More sharing options...
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war Posted February 6, 2016 Share #2 Posted February 6, 2016 This is very touching, it seems it is universal. Your context photo is very beautiful. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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