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Thank you, my friends. Your sweet comments are such a comfort to me. Riley is a bit better today and for that I am grateful.

Watching over Riley was my priority yesterday, but I did manage to go out and do a little garden clean up. The timing was right because I saw this:



A symbol of change, metamorphosis, transformation. And just plain beautiful.

Comments

  2. Beautiful shots, Claudia! Know I’m sending hugs and positive thoughts for your Mom and Riley. And some for you too. :)

  3. I’m happy to hear that Riley is feeling a bit better! Great news … and great pics too. Have a wonderful and peaceful weekend!!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

  4. What a beautiful photograph you captured of that stunning butterfly! I prayed this morning for Riley and your mom…I hope it helped. Hang in there.

  6. Hi again Claudia, just saw that sweet Riley is doing a bit better..good boy! He is so cute and Scout is so pretty..I am in love with those sweet faces!

    Love your photography..awesome butterfly!

    Have a blessed weekend, prayers continued for your mom and Riley.

    Barb

  9. I think maybe Someone sent you a little diversion and a smile for a moment. Good on you for “seeing” it.

    I’m glad that little Riley is doing a tad better, but tell him we want more and faster!

  10. hi claudia,

    you are very welcome, anytime!

    i have never been able to capture a butterfly or hummingbird in my garden on film. i have tried so many times. now i have you image, so thanks for sharing.

    would you please say a little prayer for my family today. thanks.

    ~janet

  13. So nice to hear that Riley is doing better today. Isn’t is wonderful to be able to go outside and see something as beautiful as that butterfly in a garden that you’ve nurtured all along? Thanks for stopping by my Cape May post – you would love it there! It’s elegant, simple, fun and just oh so relaxing. Ciao, bella!

  15. Yes indeed, a beautiful message from that sweet butterfly and comfort in that second holding it in your sights.

    Glad to hear Riley’s doing better. We’re thinking of you, Riley!!!
    xo~Tracie and a big boof from Zeke

  17. I hadn’t heard about Riley! Glad he’s feeling better. Our Joe had to have a little surgery Yesterday. Two lumps had to be cut out. He is at my feet right now. I understand.
    I am off to get your magazine! Congratulations!

  18. Hi Claudia, I’m so happy to hear that Riley is feeling better today. When our lab was sick she was also lying on the floor unable to move, and when I took her to the vet they found that she had contracted lyme disease and another tick borne illness–fixed by an antibiotic. I hope Riley can mend as well as Nellie did. Linda

  19. Lovely! So glad your baby is feeling better. That is such a hard thing. I hope you are feeling hopeful that it will work out!
    Hugs and prayers, Lisa

  20. Claudia I am so sorry that I missed your last two posts. I didn’t know Riley and your mother are sick.I am so sorry and hope that they will both be well soon.

    I love these amazing pictures of your colorful visitor. Just gorgeous!!!
    I can’t wait to pick up my copy of RH. I am so thrilled for you!!!
    hugs

  21. My thoughts of love and healing are with both your mother and Riley. I am so glad to hear Riley is doing better.
    We almost lost our dear Emma two weeks ago. She was in hospital two days and has made a wonderful recovery. We are so thankful. She is just a ray of love and sunshine.
    Hugs to you,
    Terri
    p.s. your photos are stunning!

  22. Hi Claudia… I just saw your post on Riley and I’m so glad he is doing better today. I do hope you have a wonderful visit with your mom (and dad) in Florida, and I hope she is doing better as well. Thinking of you… Donna

  23. Hi Claudia-
    I am sending my prayers your way and I hope all of your loved ones are doing better.

    Your photography is beautiful as usual-

    Laura

  24. I’m glad Riley is doing a little better~ oh we do love our pets! He is such a sweetie…I will keep him in my prayers! XO

  25. Glad Riley is doing better and hope he continues to improve! The shots of the butterfly on the Coneflower are wonderful. Isn’t it amazing how God sends us little messages if we just open our hearts and minds to see. Have a great weekend, Nan

  26. Such beautiful images today! Just what I need. I haven’t seen my share of butterflies yet this season. Wishing you well with your trials! Thanks for visiting me and leaving a good word. Jacqueline

  28. you know our story this past year and a half……we have been comforted by yellow butterfly visits and know that they are given to us as a message…. to bring us peace and comfort.

    i said a prayer for you, riley and your mother. know i am thinking about you ….

    xo
    becky

  30. Claudia!!!!

    In a whopping 16 days…YOU HAVE SO MUCH NEWS THAT I MISSED!!!!!

    Let me start by saying that your Mom is in my prayers. Happy (late) Birthday to her and I hope she starts feeling better soon. Also, please have a safe trip to Florida for her visit.

    And Riley…if anyone knows how scary it is to see a little fur ball sick, it’s ME! I hope the new meds work and all is well soon. Sha baby…he’s precious.

    and finally…CONGRATULATIONS GIRL on being featured in Romantic Homes!!! How exciting!!! Sorry I missed your post about it, I am SO happy about it for you!!!!! If anyone deserves it, it’s you girl!!!! Your post about being in the bookstore was SO funny too…Don is such a HOOT! I can imagine the fun you two must have :)

    And then now, after all the best wishes and praise…I AM TOTALLY JEALOUS OF YOU!
    You have one of Heather’s fabulous creations!!!! I’ve met her in person and she’s as pretty and sweet as the beautiful things she makes. It looks fabulous on you :)

    Girl, it was so nice sitting here catching up with you. You are always full of good news and wonderful inspirations…
    Have a blessed weekend my friend~

  32. I’m glad that Riley seems better. The butterfly is certainly a sign of newness of life. I pray that your mom’s health is better by the time you get there. Thinking of you. Take care of you.

  36. WONDERFUL NEWS CLAUDIA, MY PRAYERS ARE STILL WITH HIM.
    PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR MOM TOO.
    BUTTERFLIES ARE SO BEAUTIFUL, AND FREE.
    YOU CAPTURED THAT WELL IN YOUR PHOTO.
    TAKE CARE, RIZZI

  39. Great capture. Did you know butterflies are sent to watch over you like a guardian angle. They only like to be near the good of the world.

    Wishes for a peaceful day today,
    Still trying to get caught up here.

    Reading on-
    Kate

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