Cindy from Aiken, SC, asked:
Hi Julie,
I live in SC and I love listening to your show. I have a question about my deceased baby sister and deceased mother-in-law.
My sister passed away 11 years ago of cervical cancer at the age of 28 and left behind 2 very young children. Then, my mother-in-law passed away 6 months later of congestive heart failure at the age of 58.
Yesterday was my sister’s anniversary and as I was sitting in my rocking chair on my porch reliving the day she died, a brown butterfly showed up beside my feet. It flew to my front door and then towards my face, circled my head and then flew away. I immediately felt at peace and wanted to know if that was her letting me know that she was okay.
Are my sister and mother-in-law ever around our family and if so, are there any signs when they’re around?
Thanks!
Cindy
Hi Cindy,
My condolences on the loss of both your sister and mother-in-law. It sounds like you’re keeping your memories alive just by thinking of them.
Regarding your question about whether they’re ever around you … HELLO … the brown butterfly was a big clue to say they sure are!
The website Butterfly Insight says, “Some believe that when a brown butterfly enters the house, it is the spirit or soul of a deceased loved one from the distant past. It can also mean that the actual soul of the individual is nearby”. The site went on to say, “In some cultures, a brown colored butterfly symbolizes a new life or a fresh start.”
Now, here’s my take on it.
First, our deceased loved ones send butterflies, birds, dragon flies, etc. to let us know they’re around us. They don’t become the insect or animal, rather, they communicate with the animal to be sure it’s seen by you.
Second, that brown butterfly that greeted you on your porch was from your mother-in-law. She wanted you to know her spirit was with you as you were recalling what must have been a particularly painful time when your sister passed.
And speaking of your sister, she told me you think of her when you see a colorful sunset. She said as kids, you used to enjoy watching beautiful sunsets. Perhaps at the beach? Anyway, she said when you see a gorgeous sunset, know she’s with you.
As for them spending time together, they said yes, especially when they’re both around you and the family.
Please consider reading my book Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens As We Transition From This Life Into The Next. I believe you’ll find it informative, comforting and heart-warming.
Thanks for listening to my show and for submitting such a touching question. Hope my answers give you lots of peace.