A Celebration of Life. Monarch butterflies are in decline - and more poignantly beautiful than ever. Here I was, resigned to travel out of unpleasant necessity, experiencing a moment that would have been a highlight of any family vacation under the very best of circumstances! Surrounded by flutters of Monarchs.

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