it’s that time of year for blue jays

i know that technically all of my cells replace themselves over varying periods, and that for the most part i am a new person at a cellular level every 10 years or so. but sometimes part of me would simply like to molt. just like, ok everybody, i’m going to be in my bathtub for a week or so with an espresso maker and a few bottles of cava. i’m going to be shedding all of this, and when you see me again i’m going to be bright and crisp in high color and ready for the mating season. see you then.

blue jay tail feather