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Ever had those fluttery butterflies dancing in your belly when you’re head over heels for “your person” or chasing after a dream? Let’s unravel the mystery behind why we call it “butterflies” when we love someone and aspire to achieve our dreams. Come along on this magical journey as we discover why butterflies are the ultimate symbols of love and success.


Each Spring brings a new vibe—cleaning and clearing out things, planning vacations, golf, cold beer, and BBQ’s. You know, the usual. But this year??? Spring has taken on a whole new meaning. This new Spring feeling is different—it’s like something I didn’t realize I was missing finally arrived. It started…

We were over the moon when we saw two teeny caterpillars chomping down on our plants in Our Charming Backyard Butterfly Garden! But then, bam!…

We’re soaking up the springtime vibes here in Austin, TX, basking in the excitement of new blooms and a playful bunch of critters making their…

March 10, 2023: Found 2 Black Swallowtail Catepillars I spotted a little tiny black speck on a couple of leaves today while watering the newly…

As I strolled through Our Charming Backyard Butterfly Garden my heart skipped a beat when I noticed the sight of an ant perched beside a…

I’m Lisa, living in The Village of The Hills, TX, and the newbie gardener, photographer, and writer behind this butterfly blog idea. Following my passion for butterflies inspired me to explore their role in the ecosystem to discover the connection they have with themes of love.