Have you ever watched a duck when it's taking off? Sometimes, it looks very awkward, and you may doubt that they will ever take off. Then up they go! A little rough around the edges but showing such promise.
This painting captures that last awkward moment as she is about to soar into the blue. It serves as a type of metaphor of the struggle to success. It may not always be pretty and perfect, but if you stick with it, you'll get there.
The flying colours expression was originally used to describe a successful ships journey. As they return to port, they would be flying their colours (flags) when successful.
Have you ever watched a duck when it's taking off? Sometimes, it looks very awkward, and you may doubt that they will ever take off. Then up they go! A little rough around the edges but showing such promise.
This painting captures that last awkward moment as she is about to soar into the blue. It serves as a type of metaphor of the struggle to success. It may not always be pretty and perfect, but if you stick with it, you'll get there.
The flying colours expression was originally used to describe a successful ships journey. As they return to port, they would be flying their colours (flags) when successful.