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When you want to bring back a piece of Swedish culture as a souvenir from Sweden, look no further than a hand-painted wooden Dala horse.…
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Teru Teru Bozu, also known as the sunshine doll, is an icon of Japanese culture believed to have the ability to control the weather.…
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Whether it's the year of the Pig or the year of the Boar, I want to wish you, readers, a very Happy Lunar New Year. Xin Nian Kuai Le, Oink!…
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The Guatemalan worry doll is a small handmade doll made from sticks and clothed in traditional Mayan costume, originating from Guatemala.…
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Biku Bali also offer tarot readings. For $10 USD at 1 PM-5 PM, if you are interested, do the book online first.…
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Have you heard of the Apache burden basket? It’s a part of Native American culture with profound meaning. It is a burden basket carried by the women working outside. They put the basket near the house entrance, leaving their burdens before entering the home. I love the symbolism behind checking out our mental obligations…
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Well, I am writing this from our ryokan in Kyoto. It is my second time in the city that I claimed to be my favourite place in the world. And as hard as it’s for me to admit, I didn’t enjoy Kyoto as much as I had the first time around.…
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This tarot reading, which lasted for an hour, has been the most empowering moment I have experienced lately - time and money well spent.…
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Tasseography, aka tea leaf reading, is meant to be fun. Invite your friends, or cozy up solo, pour a cup of tea, and enjoy the ritual.…
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