Thursday, June 24, 2010

Hoo Doo Spirit Offering


While documenting the Infant area in Section H, today, I came across a Spirit Offering; nine plump ripe eggplants, a candle and a bottle of wine.

I am always intrigued with the offerings that are left in the cemetery in exchange for the willingness of spirits to undertake a task or grant a wish for someone.

I honor the person and the work and the spirits and do not disturb the offering. To do so would be very bad Ju Ju.

This offering was found under a holly tree in the back of the cemetery.