Strong in Spirit Butterflies and I choose to continue

and I choose to continue being her

This work of art was designed and crafted by Flora Tejaxun Chuy

You are unique

The design is of flowers and leaves is crafted with cotton thread and framed with recycled 'corte' patterned fabric

Strong in Spirit Butterflies and I choose to continueAccording to the Maya worldview, we are all born accompanied by a nahual: a protective guide, an energy that reflects our essence and stays with us throughout life. Mine is Toj, a symbol of sacred fire, gratitude, reconciliation, and the pursuit of balance. Creating my portrait became an act of introspection. With each stitch, I felt Tojs presence as a flame within me, reminding me to be grateful for life, for the path I have traveled, and to