The magpie's speech is symbolic of communication and creative expression. When we hear the magpie speak it is a message to us that we might need to listen to what is being spoken to us - listen with more attention. The chatter of the magpie is also a symbolic message that we may need to speak our minds more clearly....speak up, express our opinions, be creative with our spoken words.The magpie's obsession with shiny things is symbolic of our tendency to chase after false ideas or perceptions. When the magpie comes into our lives it is often a reminder that we may have to re-evaluate our priorities. Are we chasing after unsuitable desires? Are we serving a false ideal? Are we putting materialism ahead of matters of the soul?
In Native American animal lore, the magpie was also viewed as having intellect. However, more often than not she was faulted for trickery and her intelligence was typically used in deceptive schemes. She cannot be judged too harshly thought because her tricks are always played out with a light-hearted, good-natured intention. (whats your sign)...... My own association with Magpies spans the best part of two decades that I can consciously recall. At one time, seemingly, wherever I would venture to ... there would either be a Magpie crossing my path or would be waiting for me. A single tilt of the Magpie's head in apparent acknowledgment of my presence would confirm a Magpie's appearance. Then, here in Australia, though the not same kind of Magpie as the UK species, there has been a continuation with my association with this magical totem.
