Maine author explains why people are compelled to stack rocks

While they do have practical purposes, Maine author Katy Kelleher says building cairns also speaks to the spiritual side of ourselves.
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Rocks that are carefully stacked are called cairns. cairns serve many purposes, but when it comes right down to it, they are all about balance.

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Maine author explains why people are compelled to stack rocks