Honu (Turtle) Stationery and thankfully not poisonous

and thankfully not poisonous

and near water sources and primarily feeds on frogs

I grew up with birds of paradise plants in my garden

Pages: 120g offset paper

Dimensions: 40cm x 50cm (16 x 20")

Honu (Turtle) Stationery and thankfully not poisonousIn Mori culture, turtles are often associated with guardianship, wisdom, and longevity. When I got my tmoko last year, asking the artist I wanted something to represent the relationship with my Koro and me, he did just that and included a small turtle in the design. As I am still learning my culture, I wasnt aware of their importance. Turtles congregate only in certain stages of their life. They are solitary creatures spending their time swimming and