Mrs. Madison and Olivia sat on the cozy bench tucked under an arbor of flowering vines, and Artemis curled up between them.  It was a great spot to look out at the fountain and across the entire butterfly garden.  Together they watched the butterflies go from flower to flower drinking the nectar.  “Look!  There’s a white butterfly.  There’s a yellow one.  There’s an orange one and a blue one.”  Olivia had never seen so many butterflies. It was very exciting and made her laugh with joy.

Then Mrs. Madison asked Olivia “What would it be like to have a butterfly land on your arm?”  “Oh, that would be so wonderful!  But it will never happen to me.” Olivia replied sadly.  “Let’s try an experiment.” suggested Mrs. Madison.  “Close your eyes and hold out your right arm.  Good. Now, in your mind, imagine a butterfly landing on your arm.  Keep focusing on the butterfly, and tell me what it feels like.”  Oh!” cried Olivia.  “It makes me feel so happy!”  “Great!” encouraged Mrs. Madison, speaking quietly.  “Now, very slowly put your other hand where you feel happy.”  Olivia put her left hand on her heart.  “Terrific!” Mrs. Madison whispered.  “Now without moving your arm, open your eyes.”  When Olivia opened her eyes, she could hardly believe what she saw.  There on her arm was the exact butterfly she had pictured in her mind!  “Oh my!  How did this happen?” Olivia asked.  “You did this.  You did this with the joy in your heart.”  Mrs. Madison answered.  “Yes.”  Said Olivia in a knowing way.  “I did this.” And with that, the butterfly flew away.  “Well, I think it’s time for some lemonade.”  Suggested Mrs. Madison.

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