Too many of us get wrapped up in the comfort
of the cocoon that was only meant
to be temporary
a place for us to digest all of the knowledge
and experiences
we had eaten
those things that were meant to transform us into
the beautiful butterflies
we were destined to become.
It is time for us to break free
from our cocoons,
unwrap and spread our wings
and soar to new heights,
pollinating the world
with our talents,
and newfound wisdom
as we travel from destination
to destination
interacting with and touching the lives of others
leaving them with
the sweet nectar of a memory
of time spent with us.
No longer are we allowing our cocoons
to keep us hidden away
but with newfound wings
spreading hope and joy
throughout the world
no longer holding back
all that’s inside us
because
fear
is
now
gone.
We have begun to see ourselves
and love ourselves
the way God does.
And slowly,
yet confidently,
we are gracefully growing
into our destiny.
Living the life
of a beautiful butterfly.
Michelle D. Robinson
January 29, 2018