The Bayou Fairy

The Story:

Omaira was born and raised in New York City, where she learned to be resourceful and creative from a young age. Her father passed away from cancer when she was just 7 years old. At 9, her mother moved them to Puerto Rico in search of a better life. After high school, at 17, she planned to return to her birthplace to live with her eldest sister, but the year before she turned 17, her sister committed suicide. This tragic event forced Omaira to change her plans, leading her to join the U.S. Army to fund her education. After serving in Istanbul, Turkey, and Livorno, Italy, she eventually settled in New Orleans, where she has lived most of her adult life.

Omaira has worked in various fields and held many roles throughout her life: project manager, military light-wheel vehicle mechanic, college student, quality assurance evaluator, secretary, daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, niece, taking music and poetry to hospice, hospitals, and homes (to share with the dying and their families), emergency dispatcher, student of esoteric teachings, information technology manager, web manager, visual information specialist, program analyst, wild plants gardener, pet lover, among many others.

“All these experiences have given me the opportunity to peel away the layers of what I’m not, revealing my true essence and allowing me to become an instrument of love in service to life. Life has blessed me in countless ways, despite its challenges. One of my most cherished blessings was the chance to care for my ailing mother, who passed away from cancer, and my 113-year-old grandmother, who taught me how music and poetry can heal an aching heart.”

Falcon grew up in a Christian family that introduced her to playing drums and singing spiritual songs at an early age. As someone who studies ancient spiritual and philosophical teachings—such as Buddhism, Taoism, Theosophy, and Baul—she doesn’t adhere to a single religion or philosophy. She believes, “Love is the source of all religions, beliefs, sciences, and life.”

The Bayou Fairy Is Born

In the depths of the bayou, where mist dances with the whispers of ancient trees, the Bayou Fairy emerged from a journey of profound transformation.

Omaira was honorably discharged from the Army after being stationed overseas for four years. She returned home seeking solace and purpose. Her spirit, once hardened by military life, softened in the embrace of Louisiana's vibrant culture and enchanted beaches, rivers, lakes and bayous. Enchanted by New Orleans' melodies, she immersed herself in music and art, and in offering comfort to those in transition. She also began writing poetry, playing guitar, and eventually transforming her poems into songs.

A fateful injury altered her path, igniting a dream of playing the piano that resonated deep within her soul. In search of healing, she ventured to a retreat in Jamaica, where a mystical Reiki healer unveiled the presence of playful bayou fairies, unseen but always near, guiding her steps.

Upon her return to New Orleans the home of enchanted swamps and bayous, Bayou Country, she embraced the bayou fairies' ethereal messages, filling her life with music and letting the instruments sing the songs of her heart. Leaving the bustling city behind, she sought the quiet embrace of the countryside, nestled among ancient oak and pine trees—a sanctuary for reflection and healing.

In this tranquil haven, Omaira Falcon embarked on a journey within, discovering that the fairy she longed for was not an external entity but a reflection of her own spirit. Gazing into the mirror, she saw the Bayou Fairy staring back, a symbol of her creativity, resilience, and newfound freedom.

Her story is a testament to the magic of being present, the courage to explore one's inner world, and the transformative power of creativity. In the heart of the bayou, the fairy was born, a beacon of light and wonder, forever intertwined with Omaira Falcon's soul.

The spiritual significance of her birth and stage names

The Bayou Fairy embodies a profound blend of her given name's spiritual significance. "OmaiRa," meaning "long-lived" or "flourishing," resonates deeply with the vitality and renewal represented by the Egyptian god Ra, who symbolizes light and rebirth. The name "Falcon" carries a profound connection to Ra, as falcons are often depicted as his sacred animal, soaring high above the earth, embodying the divine qualities of clarity, vision, and freedom.

Just as Ra, depicted as a falcon, navigates the skies with grace and power, OmaiRa Falcon embraces her higher calling as The Bayou Fairy. In her artistry, she channels the essence of the falcon—its ability to rise above challenges while maintaining a vision of hope and possibility. Her songs and poetry serve as a transformative force, guiding herself and others through the trials of life, much like the sun illuminating the path from darkness to light.

In this way, OmaiRa's journey is intertwined with the wisdom of Ra. She awakens others to the truth that they, too, are their own gurus, capable of rising and flourishing through their own efforts. As she spreads her wings in artistic expression, she encourages all to uplift themselves by their own bootstraps, embracing the light within and soaring toward their highest potential.

Om = I am the music of the universe (sound)
Ra = I am the fire of the sun (love)
Falcon = I am a messenger of the divine energy flowing through all existence.

The Bayou Fairy’s Favorite Pastimes

Writing songs, painting, playing ukulele, guitar, keyboard, tending her garden, spending time with family and pets, playing ping-pong, playing in the water (lakes, rivers, beaches), seeing others overcome difficulties in life, and offering friendship to those transitioning from this life to the next.