Saturday, January 17, 2009

Wishing For Bluebirds

I loved this fat bluebird perched on this snowy fence post in Indiana.
It is kindly shared by a charming, warm longtime ebay seller, mim,
who reserves all rights of her photo.


THREE bluebirds! What a rare photo.
This was taken by a very special lady in Wisconsin
whose items on eBay are for sale under the id mysteryhorse.
She reserves all rights to her photo.

Since Thanksgiving, I've had the pleasure of my 83 year old mom's company. I'm enjoying her more than I can say; however, the time I once spent blogging - I'm now sharing with her. I miss blogging but I wouldn't miss this time with my mother for all the posts in the world.

I do want to say that I wish the "Bluebird of Happiness" for each of us this year. The blue bird is representative of spring and other blessings and though there are many, many legends surrounding the bluebird - there is one sweet story, published 1913, that I particularly love.

It's an enchanting tale evocative of Hansel and Gretel opening on Christmas Eve in a poor woodcutter's cottage, authored by Georgette Leblanc (Madame Maurice Maeterlinck), titled The Blue Bird For Children, The Wonderful Adventures of Tyltyl and Mytyl in Search of Happiness.

Google makes it available to us through their priceless book search and it may be read online or downloaded in its entirety in PDF format. It's sweetly illustrated and begins appropriately with the words


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Forever Vintage said...

Oh they are so pretty...don't have those here in Canada. At least not where I live! I've enjoyed my visit to your blog and look forward to lurking more!!

EnglishCottageRose said...

Hi Devonia, it's been awhile since I was last here, way too long. I need to fix that! Enjoy your mom to the fullest. My mother is now 81, she lives alone, but is close. I see her at least once or twice a week and talk to her more often. I can't begin to think of my world without her in it. Mom's are not forever, blogging will always be there. Thinking of you, Char

Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage said...

Devonia ~
Those are the most precious little bluebirds ~
Have a wonderful time enjoying your mom ~ it is precious !
xoxo,
Lori

celestina marie said...

Hi Devonia, The bluebird pics are precious. So glad you are enjoying your dear Mother's company. It is a true blessing.

I have missed blogging too the last few weeks as I have been designing and redoing a couple rooms and an bath. I am finally finished and back in the studio. I think I am caught up now~~ I think. LOL!!
Take care and see you again soon.
Hugs, Celestina Marie

Photography said...

So cute!!! I came across your blog and love your birds!!!! Thanks for sharing all your wonderful photos. Heidi

Distressing Delilah a.k.a. jenn said...

No way! Those are two very gorgeous and rare captures! Great job!

Distressing Delilah a.k.a. jenn said...

Hi! I know I have been here already, but am back. I needed to notify you that you won a triple award! Come by my blog to pick it up!

Diane said...

I love bluebirds and we have tons of them her in Northwest Arkansas.
If you are in the mood stop by and join in on my swap! IT should be fun...
xoxo
Diane

Sandra Evertson said...

So, so Sweet, Lovely photos!

Sandra Evertson

Lynn@ The Vintage Nest said...

Hi Devonia, I have missed seeing you! But happy for you and your Mom. The bluebirds at the bird bath is amazing. I have a lot of blue birds here but have never seen them at the birdbath. Funny...because a bird bath is right under their houses. Come for a visit when you can.