Symbolism of Birds

As you can imagine, we often use the white dove symbol in our jewelry, but other birds are wonderful symbols for jewelry as well. Birds are believed to mediate between earth and heaven, the physical and spiritual worlds. A bird in flight symbolizes freedom and the spiritual development of the soul.

Blue Jays represent fearless protectors. They symbolize determination, assertiveness, intelligence, clarity and vision.

Crows have long believed to be an omen of transformation, American Indians believe the crow is the keeper of the sacred law and protects the sacred writings of the Great Spirit. The Osage Indians believed that crows bring good news. Crows represent protections, a spirit guide and symbol of light.

The Dove, especially white doves, symbolize peace.

Swallow (also bluebirds and sparrows) symbols of love and loyalty, good fortune and returning home safely

Shown above is our Love and Freedom Swallow Bracelet. Sweetly romantic and very vintage swooping swallow bird bracelet is handcrafted and full of symbolism. I've hand wire wrapped wonderful faceted soft sage green Aventurine with vintage brass in warm natural patina. Lovely vintage brass repousse flying bird dangles a chubby coordinating heart. A wonderful talisman of love, good fortune and freedom

Learn more with World Peace Jewelry's Guides to symbols and totems.

Gardening Organically

Did you know it's estimated that approximately seven million wild birds are killed each and every year due to pesticide use by homeowners?

Did you know that to make 200 bags of chemical fertilizer it take the same amount of natural gas that could heat the average American home for a year?

Did you know that each year Americans use more than 800 million gallons of gasoline to mow and trim their lawns?

Tips:

• Save money and conserve resources by gardening organically.
• Have your soil tested and add only what is really needed.
• Can you say compost? Add a top dressing of compost twice a year.
• Spray with compost tea and fish emulsion - natural fertilizers.
• Mulch your grass clippings. Clippings are high in nutrients and will reduce the need for additonal fertilizer by 25 %.
• Consider replacing your gasoline lawnmower with a reel or electric one.

Save the planet. Just say no to chemical fertilizers and pesticides.