Ecobird's photos with the keyword: Kelpies

Reflections of the Kelpies at Helix Park, Falkirk. As Kelpies are said to be aquatic water spirits I though I would capture them in their habitat!! The Kelpie are said to be malevolent, shape shifting spirits that often take the form of horses that lure people to their death. Once on the horse's back they find themselves 'stuck' and unable to dismount and are taken down to the depths and drowned. One such tale is of ten children who encountered a kelpie, nine of who climbed onto it's back, instantly sticking to it. The tenth just touched the kelpie and unable to pull free managed to cut off his finger in order to escape. Sadly the other nine were carried off by the kelpie and were never again seen. They also appear as humans, - sometimes as a beautiful young lady to entice unsuspecting young men to a watery grave. So think carefully guys, - the young girl who looks to be a beauty after a few drinks may well be the death of you!!! Should you encounter a horse by a river or stream take care if you pet him. If it is a kelpie and not a real horse remember the power of the kelpie and it's weak spot lies in his bridle. If you have a safe grip on the bridle you can control the kelpie but beware as kelpies are extremely strong! The first PiP is of the Kelpies (on land!!) with an enraptured man gazing at them and the 2nd PiP is a sign that I thought fitted the theme well. I have added a link by Bob Dylan called Spirit on the Water www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NJetQTkK84 A little bit of a tenuous link for the second link I have used this song as the Kelpies story is a (myth or) legend and because of the lyrics.. John Legend and 'All of Me' www.youtube.com/watch?v=450p7goxZqg 'My head's underwater and I am breathing fine;

One of the Kelpies pictured under a dark sky. I have added the link 'Silver Stallion' by the Highwaymen www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU4caMqKssg