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Thatched Roofs and Straw Animals

One of the most wonderful things about living in Great Britain are the elaborate thatched roofs on many of the old houses.  The roofs alone are a work of art, with their fancy ridge lines and thick eyebrows over the windows. But sometimes, if you look closely you will find there even fancier details to be seen. Look up to the very top of the roof and you might find mad March Hares ... Or cats stretching themselves after a long nap in the sun. How did that dog get up there?

These straw sculptures are called 'finials'.  I never pass a thatched building without looking for a finial.  If you'd like to see more, CLICK HERE to visit The Straw Store.  And don't forget, the next time you see a thatched roof, look for the finial!

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