The Majestic Butterfly

The sun comes up early in the morning
Green leaves turn to bathe in the sun
Flower petals open widely and stand proud
As the caterpillar slowly begins to wake.

She begins
Inching along
Absorbing her surroundings
Soaking in what it means to be "me".

She grows
In stature, in knowledge
In love, in understanding, and grace
Painfully she grows through cheers and jeers.

She changes
Not who she is, but
Rather what she is turning into
A young, thriving, vibrant butterfly.

She blossoms
Like a flower's petals
She is colorful, majestic, and strong
Her beauty will captivate and mystify for ages.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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December 23, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Congratulations on making it through the first round of the PoetrySoup Site October Contest. I wish you the best in the finals Amanda. May 2010 be the year you see your writing endeavors become reality. Love and blessings to you and yours always, Carol
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December 21, 2009 at 9:58 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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December 20, 2009 at 2:22 PM
Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Amanda! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
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December 20, 2009 at 11:12 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
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December 19, 2009 at 12:59 PM
Congrats on your feature poem this week!! Love Light Patty
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December 19, 2009 at 11:18 AM
Lovely Congratulations on your featured poem! Laura :)
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December 15, 2009 at 5:08 PM
Beautiful! Congratulations on your poem being featured this week! Peace and love, Audrey
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December 15, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Many congratulations on your poetry being featured on the Soup this week >> James
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December 15, 2009 at 11:33 AM
Lovely Poem! Congratulations on your featured poem of the week! Laura :)
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December 15, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Amanda, this is the real thing. carefully writen and thought out. with all the right adjitives. this is book worthy ans worthy to be memorized. that one of my highest compliments. John Henry Loving III
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December 15, 2009 at 2:10 AM
Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. A well deserving honor. A. W. Nutter www.freewebs.com/abcedit
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December 14, 2009 at 5:42 PM
Good use of imagery to convey your thoughts. Congratulations on having your poem featured. Keep on writing. Wishing you continued success. Karen
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December 14, 2009 at 3:54 PM
Wonderful imagery in this beautiful write, Amanda. Excellent feature this week at the Soup! Congratulations! Hope you have a fine holiday and 2010 is a blessed year for your and yours!!
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December 14, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Amanda - many congrats on your wonderful poem being featured this week. Rgds Janette
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December 14, 2009 at 8:17 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured at PoetrySoup this week Amanda. May you have many more features. Love,Carol
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December 14, 2009 at 6:36 AM
Amanda, congratulations on your poem being featured this week. It seems that butterflies are a powerful image for many of us and can provide inspiration in many different ways. Check out my poem True Beauty of the Butterfly. All the best, Krista
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December 14, 2009 at 4:39 AM
congrats on being featured this week
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July 10, 2009 at 9:45 AM
A most beautiful poem Amanda, a delight to read>>James
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July 10, 2009 at 9:44 AM
wonderful, thoughtful, a jewel of knowledge..please add your skill to the story we are weaving to cheer a sick souper Rhonda Hero...go to my blog and add to our tale...perhaps bring your butterfly! light & Love
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