Butterflies and Storms

We all come into this earth fresh and new, clean of any perceptions and questions, these come afterwards as our childhoods progress and society has an influence on our thoughts and actions. Each one of us working through life’s challenges. Each one of us having the ability to change and grow. Each human step takes and gives something to the earth, and the earth gives back to you. So many people strive to make a difference chasing their passions and living each day as if tomorrow isn’t guaranteed. And yet so many are just carried on the tide of life, with no purpose or thought to their actions, some feel defeated, sick of the fight, some of the hurt and lost give in and chose to let life trickle by just waiting for something to happen, something to change, a sign from outside that will change things for them.  And then there are life’s warriors people who through no fault of their own are burdened by physical or mental obstacles so huge most people would sit in defeat.  But i heard a story today, a beautiful story that filled me with hope, a zest to conquer and a new way of looking at the world.  

Like a butterfly with the most delicate of wings can champion a mighty storm, a storm so big the earth trembled and yet Sam stood, wings unfolded ready to fly, to take on the challenge of the wind and the rain, to let nothing stop her whether man made or from mother nature and i realised that within each of us there is a beauty, a spirit most don’t show, but with this butterfly it shines out, encompassing everything and person around it, giving them the strength to spread their own wings, find their own storms, overcome them and move forward. A beautiful soul of light and love, the tiny butterfly had an effect on me and many others bigger than any storm has.

I was inspired to write these words on seeing the amazing story of Sam Hall and her storm chasing, faced with challenges that would defeat most of us, she stood her ground, fought for what she wanted and lived her dreams everyday.

So it’s ok to pause, and dry your wings, catch your breathe, as long as you keep on flying, soar as high and for as long as you can.

Deborah Crossley Hatswell