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Issue 3, April 2002 . Volume 26 The Road to Prague Lithuanians Do Make a Difference Not Just Another Class Assignment “Love at First Sight” Revisited Welcome to Grutas Park Poetry in Art: DEPARTMENTS... PERSPECTIVES Happy St. George's Day! The guardian of animals was never forgotten by Lithuanian On this special day, the animals were encircled by smoking burning plants believed to have protective properties. Shepherds and livestock were sprinkled with water to protect them from illnesses, evil spirits, and village sorceresses. Rituals centering around eggs were performed to increase the productivity of livestock. All in all, it is the day all animals dream of - a day off with pretty good perks! BRIDGES Issue 3/2002 |
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