JS McGovern

In the icy and treacherous waters of the Arctic Ocean, there exists a mysterious creature that is as elusive as it is enchanting: the Wishing Fish. This magnificent specimen, with its shimmering scales and iridescent tail, is said to be the harbinger of good fortune and the keeper of our deepest desires.

 

Despite its rarity and shyness, the Wishing Fish has been immortalized in a series of breathtaking paintings, which were created from vague descriptions provided by the elders in the communities that live north of Greenland, along the Arctic Circle. These masterpieces are the only known pictorial documentation of this mystical creature, and they capture the essence of its ethereal beauty.

 

According to legend, if one is lucky enough to come across a Wishing Fish, they will have only seven seconds to make a wish. To ensure that this precious time is not wasted, many people have their heart's desires memorized or tattooed on their bodies. And yet, the Wishing Fish remains an enigma, as no one alive today can claim to have held one in their hands.

 

But even without physical contact, the Wishing Fish continues to captivate our imagination and stir our souls. Its mere presence is a reminder that there is magic in the world, and that our dreams can come true if we only believe. So let us bask in the glow of its enchanting beauty, and let its shimmering scales inspire us to reach for the stars.