Safe journey, little one.

 
It was the best capture I could manage under the circumstances.  She crawled around on my hand for a long time, little feet clinging.  She exercised her wings and each time we'd breathe in and think, 'this is it!'

When she finally decided to launch I was barely ready.  I scrambled for the camera and barely caught this picture.  You will laugh at this and it is entirely true I assure you, she lifted up her front leg a few times first, and in a bittersweet second both Olivia and I looked at each other and said..."She waved goodbye!"

xoxo

 

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Safe journey, indeed! Good nurturing was rewarded by her final wave good-bye to you. Great final shot of your wee friend! I am quite impressed you captured this!

[Lisa Swifka]

What a sweet moment. I believe she had many things to say that she could not communicate to you...like thank you for all the loving care and attention and the delicious milkweed. Perhaps that was goodbye AND thank you!
I am so glad you were able to capture even a moment.
XOXO

[Tanyalavery]

Such an amazing experience to expose your girls to! Beautiful and rich with learning and meaning throughout every evolution. Thanks for sharing with us!

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I know how it feels. Mine was a moth but when I let her go the first time it felt the way it did when my only child left for college.

[Marilyn]

spectacular capture! What a special experience for you and family.

[Swirly]

Thank you for sharing this journey ~ so beautiful!!