“The forest is a peculiar organism of unlimited kindness and benevolence that makes no demands for its sustenance and extends generously the products of its life activity; it affords protection to all beings, offering shade even to the axe-man who destroys it.” - Gautama Buddha | Laumė in Baltic folklore is a fairy who appears as a beautiful naked maiden with long fair hair. Laumas dwell in the forest near water or stones. Laumas are very temperamental. They are benevolent motherly beings, helpful to orphans and poor girls, but are extremely vindictive when angered, particularly by disrespectful men. Not only could a laumė fly, she could also transform people into birds, dogs, and horses and dry up a cow’s milk.
