dubthach

one night we went out to hippie hollow, texas’ only clothing optional beach. it was in early spring and still cold. i am pretty sure i was altered perceptively. after much merriment it was decided that since no one else had the courage i was going to jump in the cold water. i got naked walked towards the lake, stuck my big toe in the water and decided better.

there is a place just over the fence and along a path that will lead you to a lovely grotto. there are roses carved into the wall and a nice promontory to dive into the lake from. centered in the little grotto is what looks to be a podium of stone with an amazing star of the magi (pentagram with interlocked arms) on it. many lazy afternoons were spent skinny dipping in that grotto. one tripping the light fantastic day my ex said i looked like jesus as i dove into the water. idolatry! idyllic days those; now only flashes of memory in my befuddled brain.