EARLY DAYS AND BUTTERFLIES

During early childhood I remember my fascination with butterflies. Even today, on seeing one, I cannot help but try and take photos.......of which I have many.
 
 I have written about these gorgeous creatures before, but each time the effect is the same; awe and wonder. Joy and appreciation.
 
Butterflies signify gentility and grace. So many varieties, each with their own character.
 
They are exceedingly fussy! Flowers look in hope that a fluttering angel will land upon their faces.
 
Blooms invite them to land upon their countenances even for a brief moment. A delightful degree of mutuality; perhaps empathy.
 
There are so many varieties, but all present a special display of courtship and friendliness.
 
 A truly wonderful site, when spiralling upwards close and attentive. Such a special moment.
 
When arriving in a garden it is impossible not to enjoy their fluttering 'music'.
 

And to quote an excerpt (selected lines) from William Wordsworth:
 
 'I've watched you now a full half hour,
 Self-poised upon that yellow flower;
 And little Butterfly indeed
 I know not if you sleep or feed.
 
 What joy awaits you, when the breeze
 Hath found you out among the trees,
 And calls you forth again.'

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Childhood memories live on forever. Butterflies a fantasy, for they are bringing joy, what more to ask on a summer's day.

EARLY DAYS AND BUTTERFLIES written by Simon Lever in association with Beauty and the Beast Publishing. Images courtesy of Simon Lever