The other day I was in our daughter’s backyard (near Seattle) taking photos of some of the leather medicine bags that I have been making while Sher and I have been staying with her, her husband and our 8 year old grandson.
My personal medicine bag trimmed with the colors of the 4 directions, a silver feather and a gift from the sea.
While I was arranging another leather medicine bag for photos, I heard a loud “caw-caw” from somewhere up the street. Almost immediately a large black crow landed in a small tree about 15 yards away. Crow then began to “talk” to me with varying tones and volume. I responded to him, and thanked him for sharing his space with me.
Crow and I shared space and spirit together for several minutes. Sharing time with animals is so inspiring to me, and I consider them exceptional opportunities to relish the chance to be at one with animals, Nature and Earth. I asked him if I could take an image of him. Crow did not want his image taken, and he flew off as we said our farewells.
My gift of an apple
I cut some pieces from an apple for me, and then I took the rest of the apple and put it in the tree where Crow had been perched while we conversed. It is always a nice gesture to leave a gift whenever you have contact with Nature. When I have been gifted by Nature with stones, feathers, shells or even a leaf or flower I always leave a gift in thanks for the find.
Black Onyx Crow figure from Peru is 2 3/4 inches tall
A couple of days ago we all went to a wonderful gem and mineral store in Snohomish. I needed to get some sage for cleansing and smudging ceremonies. In this store I was immediately drawn to a display of beautiful carved crows made of black onyx that had been imported from Peru. I was strongly drawn to one and he went home with me. My conversation with Crow to me reinforced that the black onyx Peruvian crow was supposed to be. Yes, I believe Crow joining me for a bit was indeed an omen.
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A beautiful story! Funny enough, I also sometimes have an exchange with a local crow. They are so intelligent.
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You are so correct, crows are very intelligent. My father shared many stories of his pet crow. Thanks for sharing, Stella.
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Crows are very conversant. I had a talk or to with crows. Cool looking medicine bag. Are you selling them on your Etsy store?
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Thanks, Tim, appreciate the compliment. Still working on the logistics on being in Seattle area for Etsy, our shop is based in Indiana. Look for an email…
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I now have my medicine bags on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RoadtirementVintage?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
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Those are great looking medicine bags.
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Thank you very much, Tim.
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I like your story. Thank you for sharing.
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My pleasure Molly. I do enjoy sharing sometimes.
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I love those bags! Fascinating
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Thank you so much. I have several different ones made, I truly enjoy making them. I’d be glad to share more pictures if you would like…
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Lovely, yea please
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I’ll send you a photo of my most recent batch of creations via your email. It will be on the way quickly now…
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Thank you!
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Crows are possessed of considerable intelligence! This one chose you and it is so nice to know that you appreciated his choice. I find that sharing time and spirit with animals , for me it is my horse, is something very special and precious.
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Anne, I am very aware of your beautiful bond with Biasini. So precious and such an example for others, both human and equine. Thank you for sharing.
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A good story with an appropriate ending. I like the medicine bag.
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Thank you very much, Derrick.
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