Question & Answer:
And What Does a Bird Mean in Death?
Hi Joan Marie, I heard you on the Whoopie show and I think you're great! I have a question for you about something that happened to me that I've only shared with 2 people...my husband and my brother.
About 10 years ago on the day of my grandmother’s funeral we had a get together at her house after the funeral. My mother made food and was supposed to pick it up at her house before heading over to my grandmothers. My mom had enough to worry about so I told her that I would go to her house and pick it up instead.
When I went inside the house there was a black bird sitting in the middle of the living room floor. Not a crow, but a simple black bird. Now, it was fall and the windows weren't open and my parents didn't have a fireplace. There's really no explanation on how the bird got in. The bird was very calm, so calm in fact that I thought it was hurt. I walked right up to the bird and it didn't fly and barely walked away. I was really surprised and not quite sure what to do, so I decided to take the bathroom garbage can and put it over the bird. Then I put a newspaper underneath and carried it outside. When I lifted the can the bird didn't fly away. It just sat there. Not knowing what to do, I just stared at it for a while then nudged it. It then flew off. As I look back on this incident I keep thinking it must have been my grandmother.
When it occurred I think I was too surprised to think anything through. Do you think it was? And what does a bird symbolize in death? Was this a good thing? I often think that if it was my grandmother that this sign was meant for my mother because I showed up unexpected.
Just for a little background on me.... I consider myself to be a bit in tune with my psychic ability. Several years ago I experienced very strange happenings in an old friend’s house. I heard many things over they course of a couple years and once saw a ghost in the house. Any insight on this incident would be greatly appreciated. It has been on my mind for years.
Warmest regards,
Eileen Garcia
JOAN MARIE'S ANSWER
This question leaves great food for thought for all of us. Yes, I do believe it was your grandmother. However, she knew you were coming to the house so the message was meant for you. Black can be a very powerful color symbolizing career, finances and improvement to another level. A bird is transformation. At the time of your grandmother's death, you were probably going through a period of great transformation, healing and growth. It is possible that you were not ready for what the Universe had in mind for you at that time. Only you know that.
I do believe that when loved ones cross over, many times they can come back in a symbolic form to let us know they are still with us and to bring us comfort. When an experience like this happens you can say to the animal and/or bird: "I am listening; what is it you wish for me to know?" You can always have a conversation with animals and/or birds. Believe me when I say, "they know what we are saying and they hear your words."
All of my products specialize in grounding and assisting you to open up your intuition. I would recommend "The Golden Flame" CD to assist you on your journey.
Many Blessings, JM
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