Cardinal Creation!

A pair of mating Cardinals is dancing in my backyard . . right across the street from the Veteran's Skate Park in Northampton, MA. Beautiful!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1h4vGFO_Qg&feature=related

They dance and prance and chirp so loudly.

Here is what i found on the meaning of Cardinals:
Symbolic Meaning of Cardinals
September 28, 2007, 7:56 pm
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The symbolic meaning of cardinals deals with vibrancy and brilliance.

As we observe the cardinal - particularly against the backdrop of the stark winter months, we are reminded that even when things appear bleak or isolated, there is always the presence of beauty, hope, and love.

Cardinals encourage us to express our brilliance and reveal our truest selves. Their radiant red is a symbol for us to recognize the gifts in our hearts that we have to give to others in love and friendship.

Here is a quick summary of the attributes & symbolic meaning of cardinals:

* Sexuality
* Vibrancy
* Renewal
* Self-reflection
* Friendliness
* Vitality
* Goodwill
* Industry
* Brilliance

More on the symbolic meaning of cardinals can be found here.

http://symbolic-meanings.com/2007/09/28/symbolic-meaning-of-cardinals/

Here is another video, especially pleasant to watch! Enjoy and be well friend,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Cmr2IDIbdc&feature=related

Rachel

p.s. Cardinals must really like Holly trees because here is another Holly tree just like the one in our yard and the Cardinal looks red as a berry. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HS45FgG2LyQ&feature=related