Butterflies are a symbol of change, joy, and the changing colors of life. Butterflies go through an amazing metamorphosis and gradually transform until new creature emerges as a beautiful butterfly symbolizing a rebirth.
Their fluttering dance is a reminder not to take life too seriously. The following stories have been shared by our visitors to bring strength, hope, consolation, healing and inspiration to others.
Butterfly Incredible Life Cycle
(Submitted by Marla in California)
In early September an orange and black butterfly appeared on my butterfly bush. It is so exciting to have been chosen by this butterfly to experience this incredible life cycle! Perhaps it could be ...
In early September an orange and black butterfly appeared on my butterfly bush. It is so exciting to have been chosen by this butterfly to experience this incredible life cycle! Perhaps it could be ...
Butterflies are Messengers
(Submitted by Doris from Ontario)
Butterflies are messengers from our past loved ones. They are meant ...
Butterflies are messengers from our past loved ones. They are meant ...
A Visit from My Mother-In-Law
(Submitted by Julie from United Kingdom)
My husband and I were walking to the crematorium on the anniversary of my mother-in-law’s cremation. A red admiral butterfly seemed to follow us for ...
My husband and I were walking to the crematorium on the anniversary of my mother-in-law’s cremation. A red admiral butterfly seemed to follow us for ...
White Butterfly Blessing From Heaven
(Submitted by Sharon in Florida)
My fiance and I (both in our 50's) were going through some tough opposition from my dad, not wanting us to get married. While in my garden ...
My fiance and I (both in our 50's) were going through some tough opposition from my dad, not wanting us to get married. While in my garden ...
Son’s Spirit in Tiger Swallowtail
(Submitted by Michele)
My 28 year old son was killed this past winter on the job as a first responder. He gave his life saving someone else's. I can’t help but wonder if it is spirit ...
My 28 year old son was killed this past winter on the job as a first responder. He gave his life saving someone else's. I can’t help but wonder if it is spirit ...
A Father’s Yellow Butterfly
(Submitted by Brandi in South Carolina)
After my father passed away from congestive heart failure, we drove to his hometown in Georgia. I felt overwhelming grief and prayed to God to help me. I looked out of the car window ...
After my father passed away from congestive heart failure, we drove to his hometown in Georgia. I felt overwhelming grief and prayed to God to help me. I looked out of the car window ...
What Butterflies Mean To You?
If you have a story of experience, strength, hope, and inspiration in your life about butterflies that you would like to share with others, Gardens With Wings invites you to share your butterfly story.