Brevifolia

DISCLAIMER: These images are from old postcards, and should be viewed with caution. While the original photographer was attempting to capture an image, through their medium they inadvertently captured unintended information. This should be kept in mind when looking at these pictures.
What I'm saying is that although the artist was likely just trying to capture a pretty scene, they created a graphic time capsule which trapped the limitations, fears, irrational prejudices and mind-bending stagnation of the soul which was in effect at the time. So I'll keep my commentary to a minimum. Just think of these as being pretty pictures.

Ninth Image:



From the Back of the post card: Yucca Wood (brevifolia)
Wood of Moods and Legends, but especially one legend which tells us that whosoever contacts YUCCA will have good luck. May this inspiration of the Ancients be two-fold, bringing you Peace of Mind and Blessings of Divine Influence.

Ted Puffer Commentary: First off, this post card is made of bark, presumably of the Yucca. Secondly, that plant (or tree, whatever) gave its life so it could be stamped with this supremely ugly image. Thirdly, I wasn't aware that Yucca was something you could "contact", like a virus or disease, but it makes sense if you've ever seen Yucca growing in the wild.
One little quibble I have is that the Legend and inspiration of the Ancients that it alludes to is never mentioned. What legend? Is the Yucca bush reputed to have saved the universe at one time, or does its spirit cause the sun to rise?
Lastly, my new life-long ambition is to be known as the "Wood of Moods and Legends".