Having begun their journey 12 days ago, the three wise squid finally arrive at the Christmas tree to lay their gifts at the feet of baby Jesus (those gifts being, of course, olive oil, lemon, garlic, a couple sprigs of parsley and celery leaves, and some salt & pepper). Modern Christians often discount the status of the three wise squid as astrologers, but we at Planet Waves know differently, and try to commemorate this holiday, known in some traditions as 'Epiphany'. We're likely in for epiphanies of all sorts this year -- so keep your eyes peeled, your tentacles loose, and your ink sac tucked where it won't cloud your vision. Photo by Amanda Painter.
Okay, so this photo was originally intended for a Christmas Eve post, along with a slew of others, but I got a little bogged down — and now we’re in the home stretch of finishing the annual. If i can swing it though, I’ll add more photos later and expand the post. -amanda
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Well ain’t that something, Amanda. Great (more like quirky) minds n’ all that!
shebear — that’s the caption-in-waiting for one of the other shots: a soulful closeup of one of these creature’s peepers.
glad to know others are enjoying my weird sense of humor & its use to honor these animals and the the pleasure and sustenance they provided.
Squids in! (couldn’t not join the pun squad..). I agree with Sarah – great photo, great accompanying words. I look forward to another year of wonderful photos and words.
“Here’s looking at you, squid.”
I hear what you say, Len: “and someday, people might worship you.” but isn’t the future already our present where we’re amazed and adoring of Amanda’s abundant talents! To be on the receiving end of their maturation is a very good place to be.
Keep on writing and clicking and dancing and cooking like you do Amanda and PW will continue to rock ‘n roll!
(btw I love deep fried calamari with lots of lemon and a good garlicky dip!)
23-squidoo…so glad to be shaking off the dry dust of 2011 and entering a year of forward motion and (hopefully juicy) epiphanies. Ink sac advice duly noted. A great photo…
Amanda: You gave me a much needed guffaw after a long day. Keep it up and someday, people might worship you.
Excellent – still smiling.
No basil? I haz a sad…
I must admit to not having had a lot of squid, but in Italy almost five years ago we had a salad of squid that had been cut up into small pieces, doused in lemon and olive oil, cooked very, very lightly, and served with fresh basil on top, and a langoustine crowning the entire plate. It was delicious! We were near Florence, towards the coast, so I know the squid was fresh caught that morning.
My 11 year old niece looked at the langoustines eyes, and nearly fainted. “NO” was her response to any and all requests to try it. No one, not even her mother tried to push it.
What a lyrical accompaniment to your squid photograph, Amanda! Happy Epiphany indeed
brendan — basil?? heavens, no — not in this one. old family recipe!
fe — no teeth, just a beak. but i prefer to think of them cradling him lovingly in their tentacles. kind of like a hammock.
indranibe — i have a feeling they lived good squidy lives. i can say without reservation that they were prepared and enjoyed with reverence, respect and appreciation.
Aw the poor things! Beautiful eyes…
Which of the Three Wise Squid have the Sweet Baby Jesus tucked between its teeth?
Don’t forget the fresh basil!