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Rocks on Gravestones?
I was watching Buffy today (surprise, surprise, right?) and there was a scene where Willow puts rocks on Tara's gravestone. I've seen this in many other movies and books (Schindler's List and Summer Sisters come to mind right off), and was wondering, what's the significance? Obviously it's a sign of love/respect/missing someone, but where did it come from? Why is it done? Is it a Jewish custom, or more of a general thing?
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"...for though she was ordinary, she possessed health, wit, courage, charm, and cheerfulness. But because she was not beautiful, no one ever seemed to notice these other qualities, which is so often the way of the world."
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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