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.
Watching Over Their ‘Little Butterfly’
(Submitted by Stephanie from Florida)
I was never really interested in butterflies until the day my grandma and uncle started calling me their little butterfly. My uncle was ...
I was never really interested in butterflies until the day my grandma and uncle started calling me their little butterfly. My uncle was ...
When a Butterflly Visits You
(Submitted by Karen in Maryland)
Today the most beautiful thing happened. I asked my brother to send me a sign that he was OK. I said ...
Today the most beautiful thing happened. I asked my brother to send me a sign that he was OK. I said ...
Symbols of Freedom
(Submitted by Tosha)
Many years ago after divorcing from an emotionally abusive marriage I had a butterfly tattooed on my left shoulder blade to symbolize freedom, ...
Many years ago after divorcing from an emotionally abusive marriage I had a butterfly tattooed on my left shoulder blade to symbolize freedom, ...
Blanchie’s Story
(Submitted by Rose)
We knew we wouldn't have our lovely doggie Blanchie forever and after nursing her for weeks I knew it was time for her to go in a peaceful way and ...
We knew we wouldn't have our lovely doggie Blanchie forever and after nursing her for weeks I knew it was time for her to go in a peaceful way and ...
A Garden Visit from Mom
(Submitted by Sue)
My favorite gardening buddy, my mom, passed in the winter months several years ago. The first spring after she passed I was in my garden preparing a special place dedicated to my mom's love of gardening with ...
My favorite gardening buddy, my mom, passed in the winter months several years ago. The first spring after she passed I was in my garden preparing a special place dedicated to my mom's love of gardening with ...
Yellow Butterfly from Mother
(Submitted by Marion in Colorado)
My mother passed on January 11, 2014. Every time I talk about her or mention her name, a beautiful yellow butterfly circles around my porch. I feel as though ...
My mother passed on January 11, 2014. Every time I talk about her or mention her name, a beautiful yellow butterfly circles around my porch. I feel as though ...
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.
