At a time when the whole world was falling into a state of panic and uncertainty, it felt like everyone was looking to their faith or for signs from the universe. Being raised Christian, I said a prayer asking God for a sign that it would be okay; A blue jay to be specific. A week went by and I got nothing but news of a friend testing positive.
In late May of 2020, I saw my mom for the first time since the shut down began. As we’re sitting on my college campus, my prayer was answered and a blue jay landed 10 feet away from us. After that, I moved back home with my parents and the blue jays became more common and those close to me remained healthy.
Fast forward to February 2021, I receive news that my childhood friend was shot and killed in an act of senseless violence. It was the kind of grief you can’t comprehend or put into words. The only peace I found was, once again, in prayer that he was truly in a better place. God worked quickly this time around.
I was sitting at the table with my mom brainstorming ideas for my shop name. As we’re talking about a name that felt 'good enough', a blue jay landed on the tree branch behind her. All at once I knew that my friend was in a better place and the only name right for my business included a blue jay. With this business, I hope to bring that comfort I feel when a blue jay lands nearby. Each piece is hand-made especially for you and yours. Be personable.