Piercing Eyes
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filled with wisdom and guise
peering into distant space
with fearsome grace
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you freely share your beauty
have we the eyes to see our duty
to ask the cooperation of nature
and find our proper nomenclature
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Mythology and folklore ascribe both good and bad omens to owls. Some Native Americans consider them to be omens of sickness and death, while other cultures like the Greeks believe owls to be carriers of wisdom. Maybe owls are simple mirrors to our own dualistic mind, forever pairing good against evil. This wonderful owl photo comes from Cindy Knoke, a gifted photographer, and lover of nature. I sincerely hope that we find the wisdom to live in harmony with nature.
Peace out!
They are beautiful creatures and yes nature provides such peace.
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Agreed. Nature offers many gifts if we have the eyes to see them.
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I love owls Brad.. and your words have captured his pose.. Wishing you a wonderful day filled with Wisdom and Vision.. 🙂
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Thanks for the wonderful blessings Sue. ❤
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Those eyes are outstanding, Brad. I’d associate them with wisdom, a sense of knowing.
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I agree about the eyes in Cindy’s wonderful photo. I’ve always associated owls with wisdom too, but more folklore seems to associate them with bad omens. 🙂
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My favorite to… just to remind me of my innate wisdom… much love brad x barbara x
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Wonderful perspective Barbara. I appreciate you and your wisdom. 🙂
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I love owls, Brad! Our tennis team had two owls as mascots so they will forever be close to my heart. Have a super day!
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That sounds fun and different. Are you saying that you had live owls as your mascot or just the symbol? Curious minds want to know. 🙂
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Hahaha…actually 2 huge ceramic owls!! In the beginning they traveled with us…but not for long…they took up too much room in the car! 😉
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Thanks Lorrie. I was imaging trained live owls! 🙂
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Good imagination, Brad!! Hehe
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LOL Yes, and I’d like to channel it more in the optimistic direction. 🙂
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You can!! 😉
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Thanks, I’m feeling more optimistic today! 🙂
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I love those birds. They have been the symbol of wisdom in Greece and have been on beautiful old coins, regards Mitza
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I’m glad the Greeks recognize the beauty and wisdom of owls. Hoot, hoot! 🙂
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I love your poem! I am so happy the wise old owl inspired your wonderful creativity Brad. Cheers to you & thank you too~
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Thank you for your kind words and generosity Cindy. Your owl photo captured many of our hearts!
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I go along with the carriers of wisdom train of thought, Brad. Nice poem.
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Thanks Tom. It seems we have a positive oriented crowd here. 🙂
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Always good! 😀
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Hopefully that positive thinking spreads….Perhaps the owl will wing it around the world. Here’s hoping! VK
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Wonderful idea. Kind of like enlightened messengers of peace and love. ❤
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I love owls!! Such a beautiful picture!!
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Agreed Lisa. I love Cindy’s photography!
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What a majestic creature…Yay and well done to Cindy as well….Owls are my totem. Every home I’ve lived in has had an owl that hoots close by. I couldn’t imagine life without them. I see them as wisdom and strength and fully living ones life.When they hoot they are reminding us to take time to go within and search for answers. Thanks for sharing Brad….Happy weekend….VK 🙂
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You’re welcome VK. It sounds like you have a wonderful relationship and respect for owls. And kudos for living so tuned to nature. to hugs and hoots! 🙂
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Hahaha. Love your whole post: picture, poem, and thoughts. The “peace out” ✌️ part at the end, stayed. Have a beautiful day! Rock on. Or Hoot on… or both 🦉🍃🦋✌️
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Lol! I’m laughing, smiling, and hooting over here. Thanks for playing along Ka! Farm out! XD
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