Inner Doodles

The days are getting longer, the frogs are getting louder, and my hope continues to grow. I see people being kind, helping each other out, and keeping busy whenever they can. Even the tiniest gesture matters tremendously. Yesterday, Chief Mate had a visitor. A Friend from school. They stood several yards apart and spoke Frog to each other. Meeping and hopping about in the yard. "You can speak Human, you know," Friend's Mom said. But clearly in that moment it was Frog that needed to be said. The eight minute visit made the weekend that much more bearable. No, not bearable, Special. Visiting is rare, odd at best, so we are lucky to spend limited time with two of the three Admiral Grandmas. Outdoor walks, face masks, and constant reminders to keep ourselves from drifting toward each other. The familiar pull of the Admirals' magnets are strong and we must resist the urge to bump together and breathe the same air. We sure miss those hugs and kisses, but it is better ...

Cardinals are plentiful in our new world. Usually I catch sight of one or two each season. But I have seen one or two every day for the past couple of weeks. The word cardinal comes from the Latin word cardo which means hinge or astronomical pole. Some say it is the messenger between spirit world and ours. I like to think that my late grandmother, who taught Latin and was an avid birder, is stopping by to say hello. The great world of web has the following words associated with the vibrant red cardinalis cardinalis. If it means something to you, wonderful. If not, no harm done and carry on with your day. Hope Love Cheer Pride Focus Energy Renewal END TRANSMISSION