19/02/2026
Private privileges never spoken about,
Messages and words that only we would ever hear,
Quiet little symbols of significance preparing us for what is to come.
In every moment of my journey with this incredible young man there was always messages.
Tips on strength, perseverance, resilience.
Love, loneliness and the power of care and touch.
Connection, joy and simplicity.
The stubbornness to carry on and prove others wrong and the willingness to try again.
In October last year, after a trip of walking the alternate path with others I didnt know, I knew when I saw this little bird fly in and join us during your treatment that you were getting ready to go home.
It doesn't make it any easier.
Nature gives us clues and these little birds haven't left since you did.
W***y wagtail, Djidi djidi, speak to me of courage beyond their size, michevious characters that can get into trouble but will stand and fight regardless, cheekiness that make us smile and companionship in fleeting moments that remind us that there is a whole other world out there which we humans only see a fraction of. They listen to what we say and share it with those who have departed, so I know you will only hear good stories from me and every time I see one of these little birds I will pause to think of you.
I know you are still here mate, every soul links in with another, we all walk around in the ethereal plane and can be seen, felt, heard, smelt. Soon more of humanity will understand how to commune with those who have gone before us, and until then, we have spirit, nature, and the animals to guide us.
Thankyou Mitch for reminding me of what I was here to do. Say hi to Jax for me buddy - dont get up to too much mischief and I'll see you soon ππ
