The Monarch’s Journey

The Monarch’s Journey 

There’s something magical about witnessing transformation up close.

In late February, tiny monarch caterpillars began devouring the milkweed in our yard. By March 23, one had formed a chrysalis. A week later, on March 30, the casing turned translucent, revealing those iconic black and orange wings. Just 32 minutes later, she emerged—a brand new butterfly.

I waited to watch her take flight… but Lola, our curious 2-year-old dachshund, had to investigate first.  Still, I was able to catch the butterfly fluttering into the world.

Now, a new wave of caterpillars is back on the milkweed. The cycle continues. Life keeps moving.