The Bluebird of Happiness

I recently discovered that one of the earliest examples of blue bird in myth is found in ancient Chinese culture.

A girl with a bluebird, in a blue sea and fruits — The girl and the bluebird, sailing in the sea of life

The bluer of happiness – detail

The bluebird of happiness – detail

The bluebird of happiness

I recently discovered that one of the earliest examples of blue bird in myth is found in ancient Chinese culture.
The little bird was the messenger of a fairy queen who protected all women who stood outside the roles prescribed for women in the traditional society.
I liked this so much 🐦

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