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A Conversation Between an Eagle, Kittiwake, and a Crow Couple

#2 Love’s Photo-Room Story: About Mother Earth and Humanity

While sitting by Alaska’s beachfront, arms length away from this foursome, I started to witness the interaction between an eagle and a crow couple. Then a kittiwake bird flew in and joined in on their conversations.

I started to ponder what they must have been chatting about—I felt like I was being nosy and was listening in on a conversation I was not invited to, it must be about the salmon that the eagle had under its claws that looked so appetizing, or perhaps they were chatting about something totally different.

I do want to know your thoughts about it.

What would your narrative be while looking at this photo?

Perhaps a hilarious joke was shared between them, or was the eagle giving the crows a piece of his mind, lecturing them to wait and not interfere with his breakfast?

This was the photo story I had in mind when I took these pictures that I’d love to share with you. I hope you love this piece and the pictures.

Once upon a time on the Alaska shores, a wise and majestic eagle named Magnus, a pair of mischievous crows, Odette and Edgar, hopped and cawed, their dark feathers just glistening in the sunlight, starting their usual morning discussion.

As the day began to wane, Magnus, the eagle, and the crow couple, Odette and Edgar decided to engage in a healthy discussion about their next meal. A kittawake bird, named Aurora flew in on their discussions and started to listen.

Magnus, the wise, and his keen eyesight spotted a shimmering salmon leaping out of the water, its silver scales reflecting in the fading light.

“Oh, look at that salmon,” Magnus exclaimed, his voice resonating in awe. “It dances through the currents, defying the odds. Truly, such a marvelous creature, so resilient!”

Odette and Edgar, always curious and quick-witted, joined in on the conversation. “Ah, yes, the salmon,” Odette croaked, tilting its head to the side. “They navigate such treacherous rivers, battling against the current, all to return to their birthplace and spawn the next generation.”

Nearby, Aurora, the nosy kittiwake bird, fluttered her wings, seeking attention, her delicate calls harmonizing with the crashing waves. Her feathers, ruffled by the sea breeze, chimed in with her soothing voice. “Indeed, the salmon’s journey is a testament to their resilience and determination. They are an integral part of the circle of life here in Alaska. And Magnus, over here, keeps us starving; why can’t you just let go of that wonderfully smelling salmon now? Remember, we are supposed to be sharing that salmon four ways.”

The crow couple started to exchange mischievous glances, pacing, walking around Magnus, Edgar spoke up, his voice filled with mischief. “But what of the humans, dear friends? They too seek the salmon, though not with wings and nimble fins. They cast their nets and wait patiently, hoping for a bountiful catch. This year, the Kings (King salmon) were a disappointment to the humans; Alaska did not have the volume they normally do every year. The humans must be starving too. As we continue to wait for their scraps that they throw everywhere, look at this beachfront; there’s dead salmon everywhere. I don’t know about you guys, but I like my salmon fresh. Humans just throw all their garbage on our beaches, I get all tangled up when I walk; do you even have a place to roost nowadays?”

Magnus, ever the wise and observant, nodded his regal head. “Humans are a curious lot; you can’t blame them as they are driven by their desires and ambitions. Some respect the harmony of nature, while others disrupt it. We must be vigilant, my friends, for our home and the food we survive on is a delicate balance. The wise humpback also just informed me that the humans this year were not able to fish salmon like we do due to such a decrease in our salmon coming back home. We have to enjoy what we can eat today. We never know how far we need to go next year if our salmon friends cannot spawn on our warming shores next year. I may have to move elsewhere, Canada?

Aurora, my dear, Odette and Edgar, I shall catch a fresh salmon just for you.”

The kittiwake, her eyes shimmering with joy and wisdom, added, “Indeed, dear friends. It is our duty to protect the sanctity of our environment, to ensure that the salmon continue their sacred journey home and the humans find harmony with nature.”

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting hues of orange and pink across the sky, the eagle, crows, and kittiwake remained deep in conversation. Their voices blended with the crashing waves, creating a symphony of wisdom and harmony.

And so the eagle, kittiwake and crows continued their timeless dialogue, reminding one another of the delicate dance between nature and humanity.

As Magnus, Odette, Edgar, and Aurora continue to meet daily, their conversations have been echoed across the Alaskan coast and around the world as they continue to spread the word about Mother Earth with their animal family and friends, sharing timeless wisdom with all who would listen and embrace the beauty of Mother Earth and the human world around them.

Here is my first Photoroom story featured below; let me know if you love these photoroom stories.

Introducing you to my Photoroom Story Series.

These are photo essays or narratives, told through a series of photographs I’ve taken. It is a visual storytelling technique I am trying out using a sequence of images to convey a particular theme, message, or story. Each photograph in the series adds to the overall narrative, creating a cohesive and engaging visual experience.

Please let me know if you enjoy this visual narrative.

Is the length of the stories too short? Or too long?

Let me know. I’d love to hear from you.

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