Our Background Graphic
Up until WWII, hobos - those drifters who wandered or hopped
freight trains - communicated with each other using a variety of symbols.
These symbols would be drawn on sidewalks, gateposts, trees, doors, etc.
to indicate to other hobos where to find work, money, food, water, a place
to sleep, or to warn of dangers. The symbol of a smiling cat means
"Kind-hearted woman" - indicating a place where they could find a handout
or free meal. This has become my personal symbol - and I think my
cats would agree that it suits me.
Awards
Thank you to Queen Bitsy of dorissimo's
domain for giving us our first award,
thereby prompting us to set up an awards page!
Return to HOME