I found this beautiful pot in the bird feeder that I fill for the birds across from my flat. I’ve been feeding the birds for a couple of years, and amid the dilapidation of the surrounding buildings, the life, beauty, freedom and life cycle of the birds lifts my spirits and gives me hope, and connection to the natural world that makes me feel complete. I am leaving Stoke, my home town, at the end of next month- with a bitter sweet feeling of new possibilities but also with a sense of loss. This little pot will represent the guiding light that shines in Stoke- the kindness, generosity and ingenuity of its artists. Thank you.
