Getting to Know: Shide

Welcome to the newbies. ( * * ) / This is the third in a series about getting to know a Shinto shrine. Our first step was a torii gate followed by shimenawa. Please check the forum for other useful links. Like this one.

SO! While contemplating a shimenawa rope, we also notice the shide hanging from it.

Just like the previous swap, I want to get you REALLY looking at shide. Go out on the web and search for shide. Find three examples to send to your partners, and of those three, explain to your partners which you like best and why. It doesn’t need to be an essay, just a simple, isn’t this gorgeous? is good enough, but more is better. Sincerity is key.

Shall we go that extra step on this one and make one for our partners? You let me know. ;-)

Keep an eye on what appeals to you and why; which did you prefer, the double or single? Does size matter to you; color; location; season; something I didn’t think of? What is your ideal?

Immerse yourself, even if it’s just for a few minutes. This is your time.