Subtle Flutters Beginnings

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A photograph of a Postman Butterfly.

Do you ever think back on the start of a journey that you didn't even realize was going to be a life-changer for you? Let me take you on a little trip back to when I first discovered the wonder of Butterfly Wonderland!

My official photographic journey with butterflies started back around five years ago when Myles, my son, had a field trip to Butterfly Wonderland, and my very young daughter, Violet, and I got to go along. To say it was magical would be a complete understatement. If you have never been there I would highly suggest taking a trip if you can. From the moment I walked through the doors into the conservatory, I could feel the weight of troubles of everyday life being lifted. The conservatory is like a mini rainforest with higher humidity, the waterfall, the koi pond, and plants everywhere you look. While you are soaking in this bit of paradise that is when you see all of the different types of majestic butterflies dancing from flower to flower, it is just amazing!

After that field trip, I became an annual member and Butterfly Wonderland quickly became my getaway and a little “me time” place. I would go up and spend a couple of hours soaking in the beauty of the butterflies, relaxing and photographing. I can’t tell you how much I love my visits there and I look forward, every time, to the next time I get to go back!