The Myth of Bald Eagle Rebirth and Regeneration

The concept of the bald eagle’s rebirth and regeneration has captured the imaginations of many. The myth suggests that, after reaching a certain age, an eagle undergoes a transformation, shedding its beak, talons, and feathers in a painful and solitary process, only to emerge stronger and rejuvenated. The story is more myth than reality, but it speaks to a universal theme of renewal and resilience that resonates deeply within First Nations.

Eagles experience molting. It is a natural process where they shed and regrow their feathers. The dramatic regeneration of the beak and talons is not precisely accurate. The myth is a metaphor for the power of survival, transformation, and rebirth.

Spiritual Connections to the First Nations

Eagles are seen as messengers between the physical world and the spiritual realm, embodying the connection between humans and the Creator. Their flight is a symbol of freedom. Their vision is revered as a gift of clarity and insight. The idea of the eagle’s rebirth is intertwined with spiritual beliefs representing the cycles of life, death, and renewal that are central to spirituality.

The eagle’s ability to soar to great heights makes it a symbol of wisdom and strength, and its presence is considered a blessing. It is a sign of protection and guidance from the spiritual world. Some First Nations view eagles as totems with the qualities of leadership, vision, and power. Eagle feathers are considered sacred or holy and used in ceremonies and rituals to invoke spiritual power and protection. The relationship with the bald eagle is a testament to deep respect and understanding for the natural world – where the land, people, and wildlife are intricately linked.

The Journey of my Rebirth, Death, Life, and Regeneration

This metaphor is symbolic to me and something I will honor and cherish for my entire lifetime. This is also a metaphor of the last few years of my life. I have no words to explain all my feelings, but tears fall to honor and cherish the time I have spent learning about the people who have the wisdom of the land, earth, spirituality, and the Creator.

It felt like I carried the burdens of multiple lifetimes in a few years. I can honestly say, I’ve already met the Heavens and the Earth. I don’t believe in Hell, but I think I waved at it a few times and decided to return home. It might exist after all. I learned about the value of time. Sometimes all you have left is a breath. How do you cherish time if every breath is a gift? What do you reevaluate in your life if you have one moment left? Then observe the world around you in silence and see how hum you become.

This is a small list of the many events that have occurred in my life:

• My body had a physical and emotional death, experiencing trauma to nearly every ligament and tendon in my body and brain. Somehow, I lived.
• I had a reincarnation (rebirth) with no water.
• I could not speak; one person spoke for me. God bless you.
• I endured much of my experiences alone; waking up daily in 5 day a week therapy appointment to learn to walk, move and extend my arms, improve the extension of my neck, pelvic floor; full brain/body repair.
• I could not eat; thankful for every meal I consume
• I could not write or compose a sentence; I sat in silence
• I’ve had a mastectomy of left breast.
• Learned to release trauma through breath, voice, and aroma therapy.
• I learned that you may lose the most precious living creature in your life and there truly is a choice that God makes about animals and human life
• I had an enlightenment.
• I had God’s light in my body that released a sacred breath.
• I learned to be brave about my automatic writing; there are some or many that can read or feel. As the Buddhist said, “Let it come out and let it go.” It is poetry.
• I learned about language.
• I used to sway and throw my head back and forth with the beauty of music. (Sometimes air guitar or piano works too). My neck is damaged; no more throw backs but I sure love hearing the angelic voices that come from background vocals in soul music.
• Music is so beautiful. You can’t help but think these artists and musicians are angels.
• I had dreams for my physical, spiritual, and emotional body; I’ll get there, it will be different, and I hope its rehabilitated condition will be beauty for someone in my future.
• I had found the So Hum or the god within; a knowing that the universe is within. I then found out that the god within was a God. I became attuned and atoned with the veil of smoke and a tap on my skull. This happened many years ago and still learning its significance.
• Eat dessert! Give yourself a treat every day. I bought the super-size Nutella – a spoonful a day brings a giggle of delight.
• I decided to treat my dog with (vet don’t read) a hint of chocolate with peanut butter. Why wait for the Hersey Kisses jar at the end?
• I spiritually met Mother Mary (she makes me blush with her love and I have a huge smile). This is when I realized beautiful women make me blush and embarrassed.
• I spiritually met Jesus; the sweetest Divine being
• When your mind takes a break; reevaluate.
• I put my feet on the ground every day to start new. Each day brings something positive even if I cry about something.
• Sometimes there is just so much someone can take

Like the metaphor of the Eagle, my survival chances were so low and my physical, emotional, and spiritual body was failing; I had no choice but to gasp for air and fly. My renewal and regeneration will now be with the presence of items so holy and sacred to me; they will bring me joy, happiness, and healing. I know the people that choose to be in my life will watch me soar with my new keener vision. Like everything in life, doors will open; doors will close. Right now, I am in the care of people with healing hands, hearts, minds, and words. I will respect the land, people, and wildlife to the best of my abilities. I will be mindful of the God from the god within. Amen.

Some will honor and understand this story. Those who don’t mind, don’t matter… I have no time for those who have no understanding of the significance of my life events. I once informed someone that God seems to bring things into my life or home and I never understand its purpose or presence until days, months, or years later. My blog name and logo happened a year or two before some of my current experiences. How beautiful to have a feather in the logo.

In honor of a beautiful family, your wild sage grows wonderfully in my yard. So honored by your many blessings. Baltic Amber was chosen in both of your presence. I had to get you flowers with at least one rose in it.

I’ll Fly Away was my grandfather’s funeral song. “I’ll fly away, Oh Glory. I’ll Fly Away when I die, Hallelujah. By and By, I’ll Fly Away”

The scripture and text given for my Attunement and Atonement: It is the state or condition of becoming one with God—the ultimate blessing of the Atonement. To bring into harmony.

“The golden cover over the Ark of the Covenant was called in Hebrew כפרת kaporet (Ex. 25:17) which comes from the same root KPR, which gives us the word kippur, meaning “atonement.” Once the high priest was inside the Holy of Holies, he would light incense to create a cloud that blocked his view of God’s divine presence. Then he would speak words of prayer before the kaporet and sprinkle sacrificial blood upon it (Lev. 16:11-14).”

My new goal is to quit smoking tobacco and to start burning it. One step at a time. That has been a 2-year journey to stop. I keep getting interrupted by life.

My new beginning fireplace for 2025.