You may have noticed how often the swallow features in our jewelry. It’s not just because they’re beautiful creatures with striking, elegant silhouettes. We are in love with the spirit that these little birds embody. And we’re not alone: the swallow has been immortalized in art and myth throughout human history. From the Arctic tundra to the tip of Patagonia, wherever there are people, there are swallows. And many of those people, past and present, have watched their distinctive shapes dart across the sky every spring, gathering for their annual migration, wondering where exactly it is they go and how they always find their way back.
The swallow’s migration is an incredible journey. Departing from Northern Europe, they cross the Mediterranean, fly over the Sahara, and don’t stop until they reach South Africa, traveling literally halfway around the world. And the amazing thing is, they always come back to the exact place they left. They have a desire to explore the world, but they know where home is: perhaps that is why they symbolize loyalty in China and Japan.
These birds love to chat, too. They’re constantly chirping with one another, and they are rarely seen fighting. There is a lesson about open communication and peaceful relationships that we can learn from them!
Wanderlust
Anyone with a profound wanderlust can find inspiration in the swallow. These are innately social birds that seem to radiate peace and happiness, yet they have a strong spirit of independence. They are hardworking world travelers, full of energy. And though they can’t be tied to one place, you can rest assured that they will always come home.
Around the world, swallows symbolize the beginning of spring, bringing with them sunshine, warmth, and new life. They inspire us to live an authentic life in which we value both independence and community. The swallow knows that this is the source of a happy, peaceful life of fulfillment.