As I sailed into Shadow, a white bird of my desire came…
““As I sailed into Shadow, a white bird of my desire came and sat upon my right shoulder, and I wrote a note and tied it to its leg and set it on its way. The note said "I am coming," and it was signed by me. A black bird of my desire came and sat upon my left shoulder, and I wrote a note and tied it to its leg and sent it off into the west. It said, "Eric- I'll be back," and it was signed: Corwin, Lord of Amber. A demon wind propelled me east of the sun.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A messenger bird carries a promise of return, symbolizing hope and the pull of destiny across distances.
In simple terms: A promise of return is sent on a bird.
Key Takeaway
Hold onto hope for promised returns.
Themes
hope
destiny
communication
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
mythic
poetic
When to use this quote
- long distance relationships
- spiritual quests
- creative writing
- personal vows
Key Concepts
symbolism
mythic journey
dualities
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the bird symbolize for you?
- How do you keep hope alive when apart?
A Different Perspective
The promise may be broken by unforeseen forces.