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👀 NEW DESIGN! 👀 Here is another design from my nautical series. I just love the dolphin and they always bring joy with them! May this fellow bring a smile to your face and joy in your heart!

🐬 Joyful Jumper 🐬 - Dolphins symbolize Playfulness, Transcendence, Gentleness, Harmony, Intelligence and Generosity.

🐬 The dolphin as your spirit animal is a representation of balance and harmony because they are in tune with their instincts and very intelligent. Dolphins also symbolize resurrection and protection. They have a playful nature, which reminds us to approach life with a sense of joy and humor. 🐬

☯️ Symmetry is another manifestation of the balance of Yin and Yang, of the unimpeded flow of ch'i. ☯️

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A Whisper Of Hope - I have had an emotional few weeks and this design is a product of my journey. At times in my deepest despair, Mother Nature seems to find a subtle way to send me a courage to carry on. I don’t often share personal information. I want my page to be positive and upbeat, but in reality I suffer from major depression, PTSD to name a few. My art is my therapy and nature my solace.

The butterfly is the Celtic Zodiac for those born between September 30th thru October 27th. Those born under this sign are said to be extremely social hence the phrase, “Social Butterfly”. They are known to have a joyful personality and a cheery disposition. They are intuitively empathetic and people are drawn to their positive aura.

The Day of the Dead a.k.a. El Dia de los Muertos is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. During this time the sky over the Mexican mountain village of Anguangeo is strewn with flickers of fiery orange and browns. They are not from the colors of autumn leaves but from countless monarch butterflies concluding their journey to the hills covered in firs.

The locals believe the monarchs are the returning spirits of their deceased relatives, inexplicably returning the same time every year. The ancient Aztecs believe that the dearly departed souls return as hummingbirds and butterflies.

The Mandarin Chinese word for butterfly is "hu-tieh". "Tieh" means "70 years", therefore butterflies have become a symbol for a long life.

If a butterfly crosses your path, it means good luck.

In the Japanese culture butterflies are thought to be representative of young maidens and marital bliss.

In ancient Greek the word for butterfly is "Psyche", which translated means "soul". Psyche is the Greek Goddess of souls.

Butterflies also symbolize: Resurrection, Transition, Celebration, Lightness, Time and Soul.

Symmetry is another manifestation of the balance of Yin and Yang, of the unimpeded flow of ch'i.

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Circle of Love– A chakra design made from different colored flowers of the rainbow and of course the chakra colors.

The rainbow is a symbol of mystical beauty, promise, and illumination. In many cultures the rainbow symbolizes the bridge between heaven and earth. The rainbow also symbolizes: hope, divinity, transformation and harmony.

The chakra colors are also those of the rainbow.

Here are an abbreviated definition of the chakra colors.

Red symbolizes self-awareness and grounding

Orange is the color of achievement, passions, and creativity.

Yellow represents our self-worth

Green symbolizes love and our ability to give and receive it unconditionally

Blue represents our self-expression and communication

Indigo symbolizes responsibility and intuition

Violet represents spiritual awareness.

Symmetry is another manifestation of the balance of Yin and Yang, of the unimpeded flow of ch'i.

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Mystical Dragon – This design is a group of my snapdragon blooms I plant them every year! The bees just adore them and I have always been attracted to this flower. Learning about the symbolism I now understand why. Growing up in an abusive environment this flower was sending me strength and courage to carry on, to survive and to be the opposite of what I was surrounded by. It was teaching and showing me to find the beauty in the world and to speak my truth! I have always said I found my solace in nature, and I have learned through my art that she has always been there, protecting me, encouraging me to endure, survive and thrive!

Snapdragon symbolism – fascination, graciousness, and being friendly. The snapdragon is also a symbol of dignity, strength and resilience. It represents a unique beauty. It is also a flower essence of the throat chakra.

Legend has it that concealing a snapdragon makes a person appear fascinating and cordial, and in the language of flowers, snapdragons are said to represent both fascination and graciousness.

Damsels during the Middle Ages weaved snapdragons in their hair to make them gracious and captivating BUT to ward off unwanted advances. I think a bit of a tease don’t you? LOL 

The snapdragon can grow is difficult places like rocks and in stones. Their ability to grow in inhospitable places has given this beautiful flower the symbolism of strength and persistence fighting against challenges and difficult situations.

Legend has it in Germany that the snapdragon has the ability to ward off evil, bad luck or curses. They would hang this flower above a baby’s crib to product the infant.

In all areas of the world this flower had a powerful energy. That being said it is not surprising that it is also a flower essence of the throat chakra!

Symmetry is another manifestation of the balance of Yin and Yang, of the unimpeded flow of ch'i. 

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