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The butterfly represents transformation, resurrection, overcoming obstacles and embracing life's expected and unexpected changes.

When we look at the butterfly from afar we think “how pretty”, but the real beauty is when you see the butterfly up close, when you can see the gorgeous detail that God created it to be and you can see the true outcome of its life purpose. What you don't always see is its humble beginnings, its struggles, the work and patience it took to get to this glorious stage of living. If I watched the whole transformation, I would appreciate the outcome more because I understand its process and I know the process contributed to the beauty of the outcome.