Archive for September 14th, 2009
The Chrysalis (Pupa)
September 14th, 2009 | Author: Shannon
We collected caterpillars which have all become chrysalis’ and so we wait as they transform into butterflies. The oldest chrysalis (and the one that was feature in my previous post) is in the upper right corner; the middle one is, yup, in the middle and the youngest is in the lower left corner. Just for the heck of it I’ve named ‘em Chris (short for Christine or Christopher), Kyle(e) and Jordan- we won’t know the gender till they emerge. Chris is due this week- probably Wednesdayish (the 16th). Kyle(e) is due next weekend around the 21st and Jordan the 26th or so.
Within each chrysalis an amazing transformation is occurring. Their mouths are transforming from chewers to suckers, and their limbs from crawling feet to magnificent flying wings.
I spent a little time this weekend transforming, and I am convinced that having these creatures perched in my kitchen is a significant inspiration. I reorganized our playroom and moved my office into the corner of the living room. From where I am sitting typing I can see seven windows and two doors, I used to look straight into the wall. My aim is for the new perspective to filter into all I do- kind of like turning from a crawler into a flier.
What are you doing to help “spread your wings?”
Stay tuned for the births of Chris, Kyle(e) and Jordan!
