Jizo are represented in several different countries and can mean a variety of things, but their primary common myth is that Jizo is a Buddhist monk who has attained enlightenment but has stayed behind to help those who are still in need of guidance to reach heaven. Jizo, in Japan specifically, are revered as guides for travelers and as protectors of children; especially children who have died before their parents. In general the Jizo are a benevolent symbol of aide and comfort.

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The original Jamini was made a month or more ago and she's been living on my windowsill with the rest of my jizos. About a week ago the apartment complex was fixing a window below mine and the hammer strokes knocked her off the ledge and lost her a wing and two claws. The fella who commissioned her is a friend of mine so I remade her. It's interesting to see my improvements. :3 Hopefully  netsune likes her.