There is a myth that the butterfly is a symbol of transformation because of its process of metamorphosis. From egg, to larvae (caterpillar), to pupa (the chrysalis or cocoon) and finally from the cocoon comes the butterfly. This change occurs in a short span of about a month.
We can relate to the deepest symbolic lesson of the butterfly.
Just like them, we are subject to the turning tides of nature – as our life journey is made of constant transformations – by understanding that it is useless to fight against it.
In the animal kingdom, unlike the butterflies, we have choice. Let’s make them wisely.
This is what I want to remind us all, as we end a cycle, and begin a new year.
“The chief beauty about time
is that you cannot waste it in advance.
The next year, the next day, the next hour are lying ready for you,
as perfect, as unspoiled,
as if you had never wasted or misapplied
a single moment in all your life.
You can turn over a new leaf every hour
if you choose.”
― Arnold Bennett
Sights & Insights 
This is a beautiful post, so beautiful that I might cry, except I won’t, because I hate insects, and your radioactive-looking butterfly makes me want to scream instead 😉
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Sorry for having caused so much harm! 😉
My butterfly is harmless as she is a robot…
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And even robots have hearts. As we now know.
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Oh you caused much good and no harm. But no more butterflies please… I’m jealous of the robot butterfly competition!
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What a stunning butterfly. Always amazed how they originated from the lowly caterpillar.
So much truth in the analogy you shared. What a great read to go into a new year. Thank You! 🙂
~Carl~
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Thank you, Carl.
Your support and encouragement have been much appreciated.
Happy New Year!
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What a stunning shot, Lucile. I have seen many butterflies and colourful moths, but they never seem to sit so still and pose for me, as this one did for you! Such vibrant colours.
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Thank you! I was amazed too. It was totally focused on the leaf next to her and I could make the pics without a problem.
I loved the colors and the sunlight made it even more beautiful.
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Great post for the end of the year!
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Thank you! 😃
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Truer words never spoken. Beautiful post xox.
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Thank you lovely! Xx
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Beautiful colors!
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Thank you!
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Beautiful mariposa/schmetterling!! Excellent post to start the New Year!! Happy New Year to you, Lucile!
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Thank you! Happy New Year to you and family!
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Beautiful post. Who would have thought that blogging on WordPress could have such a dramatic transformative effect? Some people, especially in Patagonia and China, know how much. And appreciate this post and the author very very much…
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Beautiful photo and beautiful post. Thanks for inspiring me all year long 🙂 Best of luck in 2015!
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So very true, we must remember that we have a choice in what we do. Lovely post…again!
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Thank you! I am so happy you like it.
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How beautiful! I love butterflies.
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Thank you! Sorry for late reply. Took a few days off.
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