Willow Tree® -Soar

The gesture of the figure and the bird communicates forward movement, being uplifted, moving onward; a release of hopes, dreams and spirit; of new beginnings and of endings; in celebration of a life, or in anticipation of a life together. This piece could be a way to express best wishes to someone who is taking a new path in life; on a road to recovery from illness or toward self-improvement. A hopeful symbol of peace for military families awaiting the return of their solders. An expression of sympathy to someone who has lost a loved one. The sentiment refers to the song Turn, Turn, Turn, written by Pete Seeger in 1959, adapted from the Book of Ecclesiastes. In the song, there’s a contrast in each example, ‘A time to be born/die, plant/reap, laugh/weep’ and so on. I like the lyrical, repetitive nature of the phrasing. At significant milestones, we often pause and reflect before moving forward, so ‘a time to reflect, a time to soar’ seemed like a nice expression for this piece.  -Susan Lordi

A gift for graduates or to celebrate special accomplishments,to encourage, support and acknowledge individual strength.

Willow Tree® sculptures are by Susan Lordi, and from DEMDACO
Each Willow Tree® piece is cast from artist Susan Lordi’s original carving and then painted by hand.