| There is a Native
American legend that says, " If you have a secret wish, capture a
butterfly
and whisper your wish to it. Since butterflies cannot speak, your
secret is
ever safe in their keeping. Release the butterfly, and it will carry
your wish
to the Great Spirit, who alone knows the thoughts of butterflies. By
setting
the butterfly free, you are helping to restore the balance of nature,
and your
wish will surely be granted."
They are a symbol
of change, joy, and color. (There is also an association of Faerie
folklore
with butterflies.) Their flight appears as dancing, and a reminder not
to take
things so seriously. They have a sense of lightness and joy. They are
reminders
to get up and move, for if you can move you can dance, and dance
brings joy. Read the full article here
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