Pewter cardinal resting on a holly branch (palm sized, single-sided) This 2018 design is from a photo I took of a sweet cardinal while strolling through mother nature at Lemoine Point in the west end of Kingston, Ontario. There seemed to be a few of them wanting to come visit with us as we walked. I also noticed a cardinal in our backyard when we returned home. This was not a regular occurrence, but a welcome one. I decided that it should be the 2018 design and researched the beautiful red bird that seemed to be following us around lately. I read that the cardinal symbolizes hope, joy, health and celebration. I was touched to read this poem by Victoria McGovern: “May you come to find comfort in and remember: cardinals appear when angels are near. So go now, sit outside and drink your tea. Keep a look out for the little red bird – It is there, your loved one will be.” May this ornament be a celebrated visit to you from a loved one. I think I know the angel who sent the cardinal to me. If you missed us at the Fat Goose fair this year, find us at the Holiday Market, Girls’ Night Out, or at the Queen’s University campus bookstore. Or have this gift wrapped and delivered to you, in time for gift giving!
