"rendering neither one able to fly. They both freefall towards earth while holding onto each other — only breaking out of it at the last second. This is a means of learning to trust each other," WOW! What a wonderful testament to the power of trust and how to find it in the right mate. I absolutely love birds - having lived with a ex-husband who raised show pigeons. I not only enjoy how the "couples" interact, but also how they choose to be co-parents. Thanks Tovah :-)