Divine Messenger

 

In the early morning stillness along the river, I'm treated to many of nature's delights, including feathers that make their way onto my path.  Recently, after a rainy night, the above plume was positioned on a wooden walkway as if it was placed there just for me to notice.  All those water droplets glistened like a sparkly diamond and I couldn't help but admire my find.  With the intense sunshine at the time I took the picture, I really wasn't able to see all the colors in the feather and the wood beneath.  It's like a painting that only the universe could so perfectly create.  

In addition to the beautiful image, feathers are often associated with magical, mystical items that, when found, signal a special message from the divine.  In most ancient cultures throughout the globe, feathers were revered as a direct connection to the heavens.  And, whether or not one believes the appearance of feathers to be communication from the spirit world or simply coincidence, the above photo is a gift to me as I delight in its lines, textures, colors, shadows and symmetry as well as its asymmetry.  Finding this beauty made me feel grateful, content and connected to the world outside my door.