This tender moment between Peter and Wendy, as she sews his unruly shadow to his feet, is masterfully recreated by fine art painter Heather Edwards. The emotional significance of this exchange has been a topic of discussion among fans of this story for many years.  Perhaps Peter s shadow is a symbol, if not the very essence, of a mortal person who is capable of love and enduring human connection.  Maybe this is what Peter is truly seeking as he playfully chases after his own shadow and Wendy s love for him is ultimately what connects him to reality.