Freedom Bird: A Tale of Hope and Courage

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They are also revered as reminders of how our careless actions can damage global ecosystems, as plastic pollution often affects albatross populations directly. The Liberty Bell is the oldest known symbol of freedom in America after having been created for the Independence Hall in 1752, which was then the Pennsylvania State House.

Canaries are also considered to be messengers of hope, often representing optimism and courage as they fight against darkness and despair. Heartbreak strikes John and Millicent early as their parents, Samuel and Maggie, are sold—but not before they have planted in their children the vision of freedom, which they tie to images of birds in flight: “Because there is beauty and music in the flight of birds—listen for the song.From the majestic Bald Eagle to the graceful White Pelican, there are many species of birds that have come to be associated with freedom. Feathers symbolize freedom because birds are free to travel with nothing stopping them from going where they want. Playing a critical role in the myths and lore of many, these long-legged beauties are a symbol of peace, grace, and balance.

The mounting of the 1883 poem written by Emma Lazarus on the Statue’s pedestal entitled ‘The Colossus’, served as a symbol of freedom to immigrants who chose to make America their home. Considered by many as the idea that influences our decisions, actions, and way of life, freedom is the one thing every creature, including humans, aims to realize. The ancient Egyptians also revered cranes, believing that they could help deceased souls ascend to the afterlife.One of my favorite passages: "It is sometimes said that night is the shadow of a broad-winged bird, as big as the world itself comes gently and quietly soaring in on the day to swallow the daylight whole Like freedom, night is something to wonder about. The welcoming presence of these naturally lighthearted flyers encourages us to never let up until we realize where we want to be in life.

Highly respected for its amazing speed and awesome hunting skills, the falcon is considered a bird that symbolizes focus, determination, and freedom.An elegant-looking bird that is perhaps one of the most symbolized in the world, cranes fly in with a variety of meaningful symbolism. Jerdine Nolen is the beloved author of many award-winning books, including Big Jabe; Thunder Rose, a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book; and Hewitt Anderson’s Great Big Life, a Bank Street Best Book of the Year, all illustrated by Kadir Nelson. Just like flying birds, a wing is a common symbol of freedom because it represents being able to leave and literally take flight when things go awry. The captivating white wings of a dove reflect feelings of serenity and independence as they soar toward the horizon, providing us with uplifting visions in our daily lives.

He says he doesn’t often think about those stories his uncle told over twenty years ago, but is glad to be reminded of them now.They do as they please, choosing to explore wherever they want, sleep as much as they like, and even decide when they want to be petted and who will take care of them.