Bird's Nest Omen
Quite by chance, on a general “clean up mission” in my front yard, one of the last strongholds of our remodel process, I happened upon an abandoned, cleverly engineered bird’s nest. I intuitively knew this nest had served its purpose well. I sensed right away the symbolism it represented. It was an immediate “deja vu” and an incredibly great omen, as we finish up our home remodel and make plans to move in.
Ten years ago, just weeks away from moving into our present home (we are currently remodeling), I was jogging in our quaint village, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and found this rather large intricate bird’s nest near the road. Strong winds must have sent it sailing from its anchored spot in near by eucalyptus trees. My husband John, and I were soon moving into our new home, but 1930′s vintage.
This property had been neglected and needed a lot of tender loving care. We knew this property was special, but could we really transform it. I took that new-found bird nest home and placed it in a nurturing spot above our fireplace hearth. I still have it, and cherish it to this day.
Fast forward ten years, and I’m no longer jogging, but enjoying swimming, walking, and sweep rowing instead. My husband and I created soothing gardens, a potager, an orchard, and backyard vineyard. It was time to turn our attention to our home, hence, our ensuing remodel this past year. In actuality, it has been many years in the planning and decision-making to make this dream come true. Now, we are closing in on the last week of our ten-month remodel. Once again, I find an incredible bird’s nest, “out of the blue.” It is a great omen, for our remodel, and our lives moving forward.
This beautiful bird’s nest is an engineering feat. It has twigs, leaves, cotton-like puffs, and even snail shells, woven meticulously together with tender loving maternal care. It is strong, yet delicate. It speaks to me as a symbol of many things. The birds and wildlife are so much a part of our life here. This beautiful bird’s nest is a “welcome home” message, a new chapter in our lives, and symbolic meaning of “home is where the heart is.” I couldn’t have asked for a better gift at this time, than this beautiful bird’s nest omen.
Please share if you have had an experience like an omen that is so grand, it thumps you on the head. Please comment on the bird’s nests you have found.
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Frame and preserve those birds nests. They should look great on your newly remodeled walls.
Bonnie, I’m so glad I got to meet you and visit a bit in Buffalo. I hope you’ll consider exhibiting at Round Top during antiques weekend … be sure to let me know if you do!
Cindy, it was a pleasure meeting you, too. Will absolutely let you know if I’m in your neck of the woods…Bonnie
Omen- The hawk that watched me work from the bench outside my study window. It reminded To not be afraid of things bigger than me. Be still. Pay attention. Fly when the moment is right.
We had a nest of cliff swallows who dive bombed my husband as he ran between his shed and the garage.
Every year I find a nest when pruning the giant ‘David Austen’ rose out front.
But my all-time favorite nest of adulthood may be the hummingbird’s nest in the bridle rope. Magic. Pure magic.
Lydia, thanks for your beautiful comment. Bird’s nests are magical….VintageGardenGal
What a work of art that nest is. And what a lovely post. For three years in a row, I have watched a pair of Cooper’s hawks nest in a nearby park. I feel calm and centered here in the city whenever I see them: they are my keepers.
Zoe, thanks for sharing your lovely comment…VintageGardenGal
Hello Bonnie,
The first Christmas after my sister died, we discovered a bird’s nest inside of our Christmas tree while decorating it. I was sure it was my sister Misty’s way of saying hello.
Take care, Angela
Angela, what a beautiful message back to you. Thanks for sharing….VintageGardenGal
Congratulations on you both moving into your new home. We are so looking forward to being with you this eventfull week. I had a spider in Cannon City CO on the patio with a lovely web. I watcher him for weeks and even thru him insect now and them. His name was Homer. You write so beautfuly. You must get this from your Father. Hugs Ma Belle
P.S. Have greaty missed your Blog writing. Loce Ma Belle
I remember the bird nest from jogging, wow where has time gone?
Renee, yes, it was very symbolic out of the blue!
I found a beautiful bird nest while walking yesterday….blown by the wind but beautifully intact just for me! I have found at least 4 birds nests while walking in the last few years. They are so amazing. I know they are meaningful & have a message I’m just not sure right now what it may be. I love what you said…beautiful. While living in AZ – the swallows made these beautiful artful mud nests with horsehair from the tails & manes of the horses…stunning!