However, in time, the bird began to feel the affects of its age. It was a land of unimaginable perfection and beauty and was said to exist somewhere beyond the brilliance of the sun. The Phoenix, like all other creatures who live in Paradise, was known to live a good life. The Phoenix was known to be a majestic bird-like creature that lived in Paradise. The legend is famous for the many elements it is said to concern – life and death, creation and destruction, even time itself is tied with the tale of the Phoenix. The story of the Phoenix is legendary and is likely one of the most well known ancient myths in modern day. In three days, the Phoenix will rise from the ashes – born again. A spark falls from the heavens and ignites a great fire that consumes both bird and nest – but don’t worry. It cranes its head back as it sings a haunting melody that stops the sun itself in the sky. Its feathers are a beautiful hue of gold and red – the Phoenix. The sun begins to rise and the bird begins to stretch. As you stand and watch, you are struck by the tiredness of the creature that is clearly evident – though in no way takes away from its beauty. You stop and watch as it carefully puts each spice, clove, and branch that lay before it in place with meticulous detail. In the still of the night, just before sunrise, a magnificent creature builds its nest.
