I live along the Catawba River.

I see all kinds of rocks.  Round river rocks and white quartz catch my eye.

The stone I found yesterday stood out because of its perfectly flat polished surface.

I turned it over in my hand several times.

There were also polished indentations on each side.

I put the stone in my palm and wrapped my fingers around it.

It fit just like a glove.  It was like connecting with an ancestor.

The photos do not do this justice.  I wish you could feel this in your hand.  It is amazing.

The grinding tool/manos was made for a person with hands the exact size as mine.

I would never have figured this out if I had not turned it around in my hand.

This isn’t just a tool, it’s a treasure.

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