INSPIRATION/SYMBOLISM/LOVE

A Special Encounter with a Mourning Dove

Reflections on a moment of connection and the symbolism of peace and love

B.R. Shenoy
Hello, Love
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4 min readJan 10, 2023

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Dove
Credit: B.R. Shenoy’ s cousin

“The Dove, on silver pinions, winged her peaceful way.” — James Montgomery

When a loved one passes away, it can be easy to feel lost and alone. However, sometimes, in the most unexpected of ways, we are given a glimpse of hope and comfort.

Such was the case for my cousin, who had a memorable encounter with a mourning dove in the days following her mother’s death.

Through this seemingly ordinary moment, she could find a sense of connection and meaning that brought her comfort and joy.

Dove
Credit: B.R. Shenoy ‘s cousin

Encounter with a Mourning Dove

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B.R. Shenoy
Hello, Love

Avid Globetrotter• Expat on 3 Continents•12x Boosted Writer•Editor:The Shortform• NewsBreak Writer•https://brshenoy.substack.com•M.S. Toxicology •Proud Mom of 2