I was on my porch, than a cardinal flew near my dad and another landed on his shoulder
Seeing a cardinal in your dream can symbolize new beginnings, hope, renewal, and spiritual growth. In some cultures, cardinals are also seen as messengers from the spiritual realm. The fact that one cardinal landed on your dad's shoulder may represent a message or guidance from the spiritual world that your father is receiving or needs to receive. The cardinal being near you on the porch may also suggest that you are open to new opportunities and growth, and that positivity and good energy are surrounding you.