A New Journey Begins

 

We are limitless beings.

 

We dwell in endless possibilities.

 

We contain unshackled potential.

 

I would think it must take such courage on the caterpillars part to climb up, attach itself upside down and allow a magical transformation to begin. Wouldn't it be easier to inch around, close to the ground eating and eating some more? The landscape from the caterpillar's perspective must be an abundant smorgasbord. Do you think the caterpillar knows its potential, the limitless potential contained within its 'wormy' body? Do you think it has a sense of fear for the unknown? Is there even an unknown to the caterpillar; does it simply know what awaits? Or, does the caterpillar not have choice but must follow what it has been called to do; to transform and transform again?

 

Those who know me, know this metamorphosis has captivated me for over 15 years. They offered a saving message for me when I first had my accident in 1997, again when Jeff became ill and crossed over 6 years ago, and this past June as I under went a 19 hour surgery resulting in further amputation. I have learned and continue to learn a great deal of life's lessons from these delightful creatures, from their magical process. With the Mistress of Autumn in her full glory, the caterpillars, chrysalis, and butterflies are away, and as much as I miss them, their life lessons continue to unfold for me, most often on a deep, personal, and spiritual level.

 

I have often been asked, how can I be happy with all I've been though. For years I struggled with  articulating the answer, until now. It is through my transformative journey that I am now able to take my message of joy and share it with others. As I completed my life coaching certification and began my business I knew these little guides, caterpillar, chrysalis, butterfly, would be my brand. They have to take center stage, in each stage, to represent that which I long to share with others, to teach others, to, in turn, guide others to dream, create, fly...