There is a saying many people know by heart: when cardinals appear, angels are near. For people who have lost someone, seeing a bright red cardinal at the window can feel like a small visit, a sign that their loved one is still close.
Why the cardinal?
Cardinals stay in their home area all year, even through winter. A flash of red against grey skies and snow is hard to miss, and it often seems to appear at just the right moment. Over time, that has made the cardinal a symbol of hope, comfort and lasting love.
A symbol of devotion
Cardinals are known to stay close to one mate, and pairs are often seen together. That is why a pair of cardinals is a popular gift for anniversaries, weddings and couples moving into a new home.
The cardinal at Christmas
With its bright red feathers, the cardinal has become a favourite winter and Christmas symbol, seen on cards, ornaments and wreaths. A stained glass cardinal brings that warm red glow into the darkest months of the year.
Choosing a cardinal as a gift
- Sympathy and memorial: a gentle, lasting way to say "they are still with you".
- Anniversaries and weddings: a pair of cardinals for a pair of people.
- Christmas: a timeless piece that comes out every winter.
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