Showing posts with label butterflies. Show all posts
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Sunday, May 14, 2023

Beautiful Mother's Day Wishes from your friends at Ascending Butterfly! #MothersDay #MothersDay2023

Happy Mother's Day Butterflies!


Happy Mother's Day Butterfly, whether you are:

馃 A Mother of one or many!

馃 A mother who has lost her children.

馃 An adoptive mom who brought a child who needed love into her home!

馃 A grandmother

馃 A great-grandmother

馃 A pet mom!

馃 A plant Mom!

馃 Someone who wants to be a mom.

馃A Godmother!

馃An Aunt who is raising a niece or nephew

MY TAKE:  

Me and mom weren't in the mood for crowds this year so I took her to dinner on Friday and plan to cook today, and I also surprised her with a card from Fresh Cut Paper called 'Pink Tulips' I love how they look like an actual bouquet of flowers, her last name 'rosado' translates to pink in English. The bouquet comes with a note card, but inside the notecard I put in an Asian Money Envelope for this year - the year of the rabbit - because my mom was born in the year of the rabbit and in the money envelope I put money in the exact amount of the years I have walked this earth - I knew that would make her smile. She actually made me laugh by saying she can't wait until I turn $100! I ordered her favorite cake but sadly it won't be here on time.

Here is the card:


(And NO dolls this is not sponsored, they have no idea I am featuring them today!) 

I am sending one out to my Lawyer soon as a thank you for her efforts in my case in a different style!

I love this idea so much! They truly make thoughtful gifts and the notecard is perfect for writing your sentiments and also slipping in a gift card should you choose to add something additional. And they only take four forever stamps so you don't have to run to the post office provided you have stamps on hand of course!

I always try to put together thoughtful and fun ways to make my mom feel celebrated and appreciated.

Readers Sound Off: How are you spending Mother's Day this year?


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Monday, February 14, 2022

Will you be my Valentine? Whatever you do today, do it with love + my cupid name!

Happy Valentine's Day Butterflies!

Just thought I would share some random Valentine's Day goodness and humor!

 Since it is Valentine's Day, it is only appropriate to know your Cupid Name! My Cupid Name is: Noisy Kissy Face 馃槝

 I love this heart of butterflies:



 And lastly, a pretty butterfly reminder that Whatever You Do Today, Do It With Love!

Readers Sound Off: What is your Cupid Name and how are you celebrating Valentine's Day?

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Monday, August 5, 2019

While I get ready to cover @curvexpo 2019 #Curvexpo #CURVENY #CURVE - I leave you with beautiful images of the last one!

| CURVEXPO |  CURVE NEW YORK 2019


CURVE NEW YORK doesn't always work with my crazy schedule and while I rarely have the luxury to spend all 3 days there, I maximize the time I do spend at the show to the fullest. It is always fun getting a sneak peek at the styles and trends that are upcoming.

As this show is meant to connect brands with buyers, often times when I visit the exhibitor booths, many styles are still under embargo - meaning press can't write about them yet. And I have to spend a lot of time asking which styles I can feature and which are still in top secret mode.

As with most tradeshows (and for those who know NYC well, the Javitz can play host to an incredible number of vendors/booths), I can only hit so many booths/exhibitors/vendors. Which makes my natural tendency to go with brands I actually wear and feel I 'know'.

But I also seek out unique stories and brands with 'heart' and 'soul'.

Most trade shows are so focused on retailers/buyers that press/media can very much get lost in the shuffle which is sad, but not entirely surprising. (Not my first time at the Rodeo). So in some cases I will have only pictures, but with some brands I did get a chance to make a real 'connection'.

Body Positivity and Inclusiveness has always factored big for this show, but definitely way more so in the past few years. Women's bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Consumers expect the market to support that.

While I get the scoop at CURVEXPO/CURVE NEW YORK 2019, (check our social pages for daily photos) check out highlights of the last show here.

Here are my Photo Highlights, (in no particular order):


Vossen, world's first certified Vegan Towel and Bathrobe collection
ABOVE: Vossen - the world's first certified Vegan Towel and Bathrobe collection,  definitely caught my eye.

Normally the photo above is one I don't use, I use that as a reminder to myself that the photos that come after are from that booth and so on.

The booth number photo shot tends to be a place mark for me, but I liked this one so I thought I would use it!


Vossen, world's first certified Vegan Towel and Bathrobe collection






































If you are trying to lead a 100% Plant -Based Vegan Lifestyle, you are going to want to incorporate Vossen's Towels, Bath Robes, Bath Rugs, Beach, Kids and Wellness products into your Vegan Home!


Vossen, world's first certified Vegan Towel and Bathrobe collection
ABOVE: Vossen makes everyday a 'spa day'



Playtex 18 Hour Front Close Posture Bra, Style: USE525 at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE:  Playtex had a wide variety of styles on display, the Playtex 18 Hour Front Close Posture Bra, Style: USE525 really caught my eye! (Waiting on a press sample of it and will give you more details on how well it worked for me now that I have problems with my neck) - with this link you can buy it from Amazon at a great everyday low price (or put it in your cart or wishlist to be alerted of any price drops) Note: This is an affiliate link, if you purchase it we get a commission! For us 'well endowed' types this bra checks a lot of boxes, cushion at the shoulders, wide straps, support in a front hook style so we don't have to twist around try to hoist the girls while pulling up the straps, this style makes everyday nice and easy! And a gentle reminder to keep your shoulders back and keep your posture game on point.

@HurrayKimmay "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK


ABOVE: @HurrayKimmay led the "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel. Needless to say I made it a point to get a good seat, take notes, and make a note of which brands were there. It saves me time and energy when brands have a strong sense of how Influencer Outreach should work, and seminars like this help them do just that. This should be a required panel at most conferences and tradeshows in my humble opinion and . (her name is clickable and it will link you to her post seminar resources, including a link to the expo page's facebook video)

@HurrayKimmay "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK Heather Patt quote slide


ABOVE: You can press on this to make it bigger, but in case you are feeling lazy and wondering what the slide says, it reads:

"Collaborate with a brand by giving the brand incentive to give your retail store credit in an editorial placement.

Also, as a PR professional of over 18 years I have never seen so many changes taking place to the Media landscape. More and more digital outlets are taking the place of print, and more freelancers are covering multiple outlets as opposed to one editor for one market. It is so important to keep up with these changes and make sure your company remains visible in a very crowded field." ~ Heather Patt

Heather Patt
Owner, Heather Patt Public Relations

I wholeheartedly agree with Heather, this is an incredibly crowded landscape and most freelancer Editors (like myself) write for a wide variety of both Print AND Digital outlets.  Many digital Editors want to present brands to readers that they trust and have actually road tested, the best relationships still take time build.

Brands do need to learn to navigate the landscape and learn to work with a wide variety of Content Producers.

I get a ton of pitches, but I would rather work with fewer brands, whose products I know and trust, brands that understand that I do test what I present and brands that understand their product is not payment for a Digital Editorial Feature. Digital Freelancers cannot pay their bills in their XYZ Product.


@HurrayKimmay "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK Kayla Boyd quote slide

ABOVE: Just in case you do not want to press this one to make it bigger:

"I often get pitches where brands ask me to add their product to an article we already published and that isn't usually helpful because it is rare for us to go back into an article just to add another product to it.

You're much better off pitching us your product from a new or unique angle." ~ Kayla Boyd, Associate Commerce Editor at Today.com

Again, not only do I agree with Kayla completely, I can tell you I am NEVER going to go back to an old post to add any kind of link or a competitor product, I find that shady and not very ethical and I will NOT do it. I am glad this came up during the panel.

While I am sure there are some brand that are not doing this with deceptive intent, all brands need to be made aware that this is one of the biggest thorns in any Editor's side. Please stop doing this!


@HurrayKimmay "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK Kayla Boyd quote Estelle Puleston slide

ABOVE: In case you don't want to press this one to make it bigger:

"My Blog Reviews consistently get a high volume of traffic, often for years to come after being published. Reviews have a long 'shelf life' - they're something that potential customers are always going to be searching for.

And I've been told by brands that my reviews have sent them lost of traffic and sales - even when the review itself wasn't a glowing 'this product is perfect one.' ~ Estelle Puleston, Owner of Esty Lingerie

PREACH, SISTER PREACH! My blog reviews also get consistently high numbers. And like Estelle mentions, well after they were posted. I always strive to give a very balanced review, and I feel that has helped me to build trust. I like to give both the pros and cons of any product/event experience to help readers determine what is right for them. Again, I am so glad this topic was addressed at this panel.

@HurrayKimmay "How Retailers Can Work with the Media and Influencers" panel at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK Melanie Sutrathada quote slide


ABOVE: As you can tell I was a bit off to the side of the monitor, here is the text in case you can't see it:

"The biggest mistake I see retailers make when working with bloggers is not being specific, I've received hundreds of generic emails with, "Dear Blogger" as the first line and a pitch that was copied and pasted. I want to work with brands that understand my voice and who have done their research. The more specific and catered your pitch is, the better! Looking just to gift product? Want to bring on a Brand Ambassador? You have to be upfront and honest from the start. That's how a good relationship begins.

Also, never get your CC mixed with your BCC. There's nothing quite like being accidentally included on a CC to 100 other people" ~ Melanie Sutrathada, Actor and Content Creator

I am certainly in agreement with Melanie, with the exception of the use of the word "Gift" - please note you are not gifting a Digital Editor - that person is staging original photography (Pro Bloggers upgrade to strong DSLR equipment), creating content, coding HTML, promoting their posts via social media to boost engagement, monitoring all comments - and interacting and engaging with *each* one. A review post as mentioned in the slide prior to this one is evergreen content that users are constantly searching for. Please do not think for one moment that you are 'gifting' an Editor.

The honesty mentioned by Melanie is certainly a two way street, when both parties are very clear about goals and expectations, campaigns are ultimately more successful.

Curvy Couture Exhibitor Booth at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: Isn't this such a great teal color? I love this set by Curvy Couture!

One of my favorite is when the styles all come to us in the event lounge, as Press who can't possibly hit all the exhibitors, having the styles come to us is super convenient, so here is a 'fashion show' compilation. (I was off to the side again, so I tried to catch the models as they turned to leave the stage):


Mey lingerie and Pajamas featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: A visual reminder to guys that there is always something pretty hidden under those 'everyday PJ's' - I see you Polka Dots! This is from MEY's Fall/Winter 2019 Collection.



ABOVE: My zoom is doing it's job, but by the time the models turned my way, they were already lowering their signs. So it was clear shot, or super sideways with sign......You can see which option I went with! :)
Leonisa Shapewear featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: Now that's what I'm talking about, see how the model from Leonisa holds up her sign with a smile long enough for me to capture it. You have no idea how many photos looked good in the thumbnail but the model was in motion so I had to delete so many! (Get 15% off your first order when you sign up for their newsletter!)

Elila USA featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: If you have been following for awhile, and have read previous coverage I have written of Curvexpo/Curve New York, then you know just how much I love Elila. I seriously want to be their official blogger brand ambassador. They truly keep the girls 'aiming skyward', but do it in a way that is both super comfortable and super stylish! Style 2311 is my personal favorite and Amazon has select sizes on sale, so I linked you to them! Get one in EVERY color with this style, you won't regret it! (You're Welcome!)

Anita Active featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: I love the power pose from the Anita Active Model, amazon has select Anita Active Styles on sale, I link you to one, but you when you get there you can switch style and size, I am hoping to try out some of their styles as I haven't worn Anita yet.

Mey lingerie and Pajamas featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK

ABOVE: I saw this color quite often on the tradeshow floor and oddly enough a sort of 'steel greyish' was also quite popular from a wide variety of brands. This is also from MEY's Fall/Winter 2019 Collection

Kinky Korner featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK






































ABOVE: Curvexpo's curated concept showroom is called the Kinky Korner.  The area featured a selection of erotic, sensual and sexy intimate apparel and accessory brands. High-quality international offerings were on display. A model showcased a few of the styles for visiting Buyers and Media.


Empreinte featured in the Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK


ABOVE: Euro brand Empreinte definitely should have picked darker color for this model, I find this color looks washed out against the model's pale skin. I wish they would have put her in the style they call "Diane" in the color Magenta on their site: https://www.empreinte.eu/en/catalog.aspx?l=diane&cat=31245 - this bra is FIRE!


Lingerie and Intimates Event Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORKEvent Lounge Fashion Show at CURVEXPO CURVE NEW YORK


ABOVE: This is barely even a fraction of the amount of brands/exhibitors in attendance!

The Jacob Javitz Convention Center in NYC hosts multiple events/tradeshows simultaneously per day and when you are very lucky the conferences will let attendees with one badge get into another tradeshow being held at the Convention Center.

My wanderings to another show led me to a FAB Butterfly find, check out these "butterfly-licious" shots:

Alice and Olivia by Stacey Bendet Exhibitor Booth at Accessorie at Jacob Javitz New York City, butterflies, animal print, floral, flowers
ABOVE: Needless to say this display by Alice and Olivia by Stacey Bendet stopped me in my tracks! It was a butterfly lovers delight and I spent time nabbing more photos at this booth!
Alice and Olivia by Stacey Bendet Exhibitor Booth at Accessorie at Jacob Javitz New York City, butterflies, animal print, floral, flowers

ABOVE: Animal Print AND Butterflies and turning New York's Uniform of a 'Little Black Dress' on it's head with RED, um, YES, PLEASE! (Press on this photo and make it bigger and then come back) They will be added to my all things "Ascending Butterfly Loves Butterflies" board on pinterest soon! (I link to both the board directly and my main page - if you are not already following me via Pinterest you should! Leave me a comment and let me know the handle to your pinterest account so I can follow back!)

Alice and Olivia by Stacey Bendet Exhibitor Booth at Accessorie at Jacob Javitz New York City, butterflies, animal print, floral, flowers
ABOVE: That crown of butterflies might be good for me to wear at tradeshows, you know for branding purposes! LOL

MY TAKE:

CURVEXPO is one of the few tradeshows that although it is intended for brands and buyers/retailers to connect, I consider it one of my annual three that I regularly cover (depending on me being in town of course).

Much like my obsession with Handbags, attending this tradeshow is making me a 'lingerie snob'. I am getting better at spotting high quality pieces and finding brands that help me accentuate what I've got the right way.

I will be headed to the show today so keep your eyes on our social pages for more updates, and stay tuned for a full recap of the Summer edition of Curve.

Readers, here's YOUR call to action: Which Brand Featured Above Interests YOU most? Brownie Points: If you visit their website, then come back here and share a specific style that you liked best, who knows, maybe I can have them come back and do something fun for YOU as well.

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FTC Disclosure: All opinions are 100% MY OWN. This is NOT a Compensated Post, it is an Event Recap. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure. While I can't pay my landlord with bras, this butterfly does like pretty things, and enjoys covering this tradeshow!

Sunday, April 29, 2018

Focus on Gratitude and Wishes, it's #WORLDWISHDAY - What is your favorite way to make a wish and what are you wishing for?

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Today is World Wish Day!


Happy World Wish Day Butterflies! 

What's your favorite way to make a wish?

 Blowing on a dandelion
 Wishing on a shooting star
 Blowing out birthday candles
 Making a wish at 11:11
 Breaking a wishbone
 Wishing on a ladybug
 Wishing on a fallen eyelash
 Tossing coins into a wishing well

Consider granting a child's wish via the Make A Wish Foundation today!

My current wish: Becoming a Full Time Travel Photographer! I will also take Powerball Grand Prize Winner! or maybe BOTH! Gotta let the Universe know right?

Readers: Share your favorite way to make a wish and what you are currently wishing for!

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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

{#WordlessWednesday} Giant Monarch Butterflies at New York Botanical Garden! @NYBG #FridaNYC #AscendingButterfly

Imagine having a Monarch Butterfly this big in your garden!


That's Me, Ascending Butterfly in the middle!

Happy Wordless Wednesday! Bloggers feel free to comment with a link to your post so we can check out your photos too! (NO Giveaways please, this is just a wordless wednesday linky only!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a sponsored post, no monetary compensation has been received, and all opinions are 100% my own! I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

Monday, March 30, 2015

{#MotivationMonday} Are butterflies worth a thousand words? {#Video}

If Monday isn't exactly your favorite day of the week, let this You Tube Video Montage on Inspirational Butterfly Quotes help you start your week on a positive note, if a picture is worth a thousand words, how much are butterflies worth?


Credit: Video Courtesy of User: Beautiful Life T2

Stay Motivated My Friends!

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a sponsored post, no monetary compensation has been received and all opinions are 100% my own!  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

Monday, March 16, 2015

{#MotivationMonday} #Butterflies we are FOUR days away from the first day of SPRING!

Fellow East Coast Peeps, soon we will have LESS of this:



And more of THIS:


In just four days, it's bye bye old man winter and HELLO Spring! Who is with me?

I hope this put the motivation in your Monday!
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015

{#WordlessWednesday} My wish for you Butterfly!


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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post. And I really do wish you Happiness in Your Life, Today and Every Day!

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

{#WordlessWednesday} Male AND Female #Butterfly #Photo - Lexias Pardais - WOW!

The right wings of this preserved Lexias pardais are characteristic of the female of the species and the left wings are typical of the male. (This is called 'gynandromorphism'). The body's coloration is exactly split down the middle lengthwise! You can read more about it, and where you can see it on display HERE!

Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies! Bloggers you are always welcome to post the link to your WW photos as a comment, and we will go visit you too! (No Giveaway Links, Wordless Wednesday Only Please!) Happy Humpday, and remember in nature there are NO accidents!

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post! I am a lifelong butterfly enthusiast and when I find out something this fascinating about butterflies I just HAVE to share!

Friday, July 11, 2014

Summer is certainly 'in bloom' with @InBloomLingerie - See what's new and enter to win a $50 Gift Card too!

This giveaway is sponsored by:

In Bloom By Jonquil Logo

Many of you know it has been 'love at first wear' ever since I discovered In Bloom by Jonquil, they are best known for their beautiful Bridal lingerie and peignor sets. If you watch the television series Hot in Cleveland, the character Joy Scroggs played by actress Jane Leeves happens to wear In Bloom Pajamas quite often. Her character Joy often wears many of the same in Bloom pieces I own. And my fellow 'truebies' aka fans of HBO television series True Blood will have also seen in Bloom being worn by one of the characters on the show as well!

Television Wardrobe Stylist's have discerning taste, they not only have to get a feel for the character to nail their style, but I'm sure how well the garments actually wear is an important factor on the set as well. I'm more in to Quality than Quantity myself and yes that includes my PJ's, if they are comfortable but don't wear well, what's the point?

For me my in Bloom Pajama sets have been the perfect marriage of form and function, because they have all worn incredibly well, they wash well, I haven't experienced the dreaded pillage on the PJ pants, and they are super comfortable, and many of the loungewear pieces could pass for beach wear and 'outside' wear without anyone even thinking they were PJ's (always a plus in my book).

When I think of PJ's and Loungwear I think of my 'chillax' time and there is nothing better than a good book to go with new PJ's right? Press on the banner below to do just that!




I don't have copies I can offer you yet Butterflies, but In Bloom is more than great PJ's, it's a BOOK too!  (Press on the banner above to purchase it directly at Amazon at a great price!) I'm working with the author to get hard copies of the book available for a giveaway on Ascending Butterfly soon!

Here is a teaser:

My name is Olivia Bloom and I. Am. Free.

I left for LA with everything I owned piled into my old Volkswagen and dreams of becoming a costume designer. Little did I know I’d wind up designing for a lingerie company—yeah, not sure how I landed this gig—and taken under the wing of two young Hollywood insiders. The fashion shows and parties were great, but life really got exciting when the seriously hottest lead singer of my favorite band started to fall for me.
 
How does someone like me, an ordinary girl from Pittsburgh, wind up in the arms of the world’s sexiest rock star—surrounded by celebrities, fashion, and music—and not be eaten alive? Berkeley is everything I've ever dreamed of in a boyfriend, but the paparazzi, the tabloids, the rumors, it's all getting a bit too crazy. My life has become every girl’s dream come true, if only I don’t blink and lose it all… 


I created this cute Polyvore board to showcase the 'Blue Grass Pajama' Set by in Bloom

On a Polyvore roll! This Polyvore board showcases the Blue Grass set from the back (look at the detail on the top with the cute lace racerback!) and I also featured the 'Riviera Tank' in Black which in my opinion you could even wear out over white jeans, such a cute 'right now' tank top!

WIN IT:

One Lucky Butterfly has a shot at a $50 Gift Card to In Bloom. Use the Rafflecopter Widget/Link below to enter. As always our 'main entry' is easy peasy, and once you do the main entry you unlock a ton of fun extra credit entries.

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My Take:

Most often loungewear items are sold individually on in Bloom so I totally appreciated that the Blue Grass Pajama Set is sold as a pair. The Riviera Tank is absolutely gorgeous and it pairs up with all the bottoms perfectly and in my opinion you can totally get away with wearing it out as a top with jeans too. These were all definitely a hit for me!

Hey Butterfly What is YOUR favorite style from In Bloom? (Commenting with your answer to this question gets you extra credit in the giveaway!)

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FTC Disclosure: In Bloom by Jonquil provided Ascending Butterfly with product for Editorial Consideration, all opinions are 100% my own!  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure. There is an affiliate link in this post.

Monday, June 9, 2014

A @DrMayaAngelou inspired #MotivationMonday

"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty" ~Maya Angelou

















I was born on April 4th just like Maya Angelou and hers is one of my absolute favorite butterfly quotes. Many of my butterflies noticed I changed my personal Twitter Account to the image above and I thought it would make the perfect Motivation Monday this week. And a special thanks to all the butterflies out there who email me quotes, pictures and poems they find about Butterflies, I cherish them all!

Being a butterfly is about transformation and change, but often we neglect to reflect upon the changes that get us to where we are and who we are at this very moment.

It's OK to be in transition right now butterflies. I know some of you don't feel like you are in the place you belong, or the skin you feel comfortable in, but I can promise you that it's all for a reason. These shifts, transitions and sometimes setbacks and detours are all an important parts of the process.

This Ascending Butterfly definitely mourns the loss of Maya Angelou, but I know her words are a legacy that will plant a seed of greatness in generations to come.

I hope these words will serve as a reminder to be kinder to those around you - we are all in different stages of our transitions butterflies - let's show more empathy to both our fellow caterpillars and butterflies today!

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