Jennefer Reiki’s a Cardinal

Around dusk one evening in August, something hit our bedroom window very hard. I looked out on the roof, and there was a female cardinal, laying on her side. We took off the screen and opened the window, I reached out and picked her up, cradling her in my hands. Since we have many curious cats and dogs in the house, I went downstairs and out into the backyard with her. My son followed and took the videos as I held and reikied her. She spent about ten to fifteen minutes with me, resting at first all cuddled down in my hands, then as she felt better she stood in my hand. It took her awhile to regain her balance and for her breathing to not be so laboured. Eventually she hopped from my hand onto my robe and sat there a bit. She was in no hurry to leave, and I cherished that time with her. I have been told my mother comes to me in the birds, and I am now very aware of these moments. Finally the cardinal was ready and I walked over to our fence and held out my hand. Still she lingered, and then flew to the fence. She called to her mate who called back, and for me, that was enough.