DYING EASTER EGGS... Pysanky Style...

Pysanky has a lot of symbolism in the decorations on their eggs. It's an annual tradition and is taken very seriously. First I chose a saw line, which is representative of the sun or life-giving heat. I love being warm and the feeling of being safe under the covers. Also, laying out in the sun really helps me to relax my mind. Second was the ladder, which is a symbol of searching and rising above the petty problems of life. I believe that I take the high road in most situations and I'm proud of that. Thirdly, I added spirals to symbolize the mystery of life and death; they denote divinity or immortality. I'm always wondering about life and death. Next was the three leaf, which is for immortality and/or eternal love. Eternal love is something I hope for in the future. It's a strong, if not, the strongest force in the world. I didn't choose any of the animals, but I did choose an insect. A butterfly represents the pleasure and frivolity of childhood. It also is said to remind one that things of delicate beauty must take their own course rather than be contained. I totally agree with the second part and it makes sense that a butterfly is the symbol. A butterfly starts its life journey as a caterpillar and then transforms into a gorgeous creature. Also, it has been and will continue to be very hard for me to let go of my childhood. Lastly, I will explain the colors: orange, blue, and purple. Orange shows endurance and also represents the red of passion tempered by the yellow of wisdom. Blue signifies the blue skies or the life-giving air. Purple signifies patience and trust. These are pretty much self-explanatory.