Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. fulya_/ iStock via Getty Images When I sit outside in my backyard, I often hear the distinctive calls of the mourning dove. If you ...

Doves are symbols of peace, love, and freedom. Learn about their rich history and the five species in the Rolling Plains from columnist Jim Goetze.

The voice of the mourning dove has been misapplied. It is associated with grief, yet it is a sound of comfort, signaling both springtime and morning, both of which are times of anticipation. Perhaps ...

Do Mourning Doves Have Special Meaning? Is there a meaning in a mourning dove visit? The mourning dove is considered by many to be a sign of hope, love and freedom. Doves are also a universal symbol ...