Butterflies symbolizing celebration, memories, renewal

News was that the Monarch butterflies were to begin their fall migration late August. Butterflies are beautiful and graceful. 

The butterfly is often a potent symbol of the spirit or soul, of renewal and transformation. It's particularly meaningful to those going through loss, dealing with illness or major life changes.

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Some say that when a butterfly or dragonfly lands on you it means good luck and wearing something featuring a butterfly can be comforting and empowering. 

The butterfly may offer hope and encouragement as we work forward past setbacks. Wonderful butterfly-themed items are not difficult to find.

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Weddings and funerals sometimes feature butterfly releases, offering family and friends the sense of releasing sentiments and acknowledging beginnings and endings. Winged creatures in general, perhaps butterflies especially, often carry with them these ideas of transformation and perseverance.

Loss of a child sympathy cards, Birthday memory cards, postage to choose from  customize, create something special and meaningful. Look for butterflies.


The ancient Greeks, Aztecs and some Native American tribes believed that butterflies symbolized the souls of the dead. Psyche is the Greek word for both soul and butterfly. In Japan, the butterfly symbolizes young womanhood. In China, the butterfly symbolizes long life, regeneration and beauty.

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The numbers and colors of butterflies and moths may be symbolic in different cultures. Check in your area to see if any Butterfly-themed events are scheduled.

Late September is the annual Monarch Release at The Butterfly House in Whitehouse, Ohio.

Butterfly lights for your home, your child's room, butterfly lamps for the nursery.

The best event of all may be one that you create with your own friends and family out wherever you encounter butterflies.

The Butterfly Website lists Butterfly exhibits and gardens throughout the world.

Want to bring butterflies into your home? Butterfly wall decals in various colors and styles. Express yourself for an event or every day.

When looking for a way to remember, to celebrate, when seeking beauty, follow the butterflies.

Information provided was derived from various sources. Intended to be accurate, some is up for personal interpretation, and cannot be guaranteed.
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