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My Father's Dying
1Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Auckland, New Zealand.
The Permanente Journal
|December 28, 2018
Summary
Monarch butterfly populations are declining near a small pond. This narrative reflects on the end of summer and a father
Area of Science:
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Personal Narrative
Background:
- Monarch butterfly populations have historically been abundant around small ponds.
- Observational data suggests a decline in monarch butterfly numbers.
- The narrative context is set during the end of summer, a period of natural transition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the observed decline of monarch butterflies.
- To explore personal reflections on environmental changes and life transitions.
- To intertwine ecological observations with personal experiences.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative observation of monarch butterfly populations.
- Personal journaling to record reflections and experiences.
- Narrative storytelling to connect environmental and personal themes.
Main Results:
- A noticeable decrease in monarch butterflies around a specific pond.
- The juxtaposition of natural cycles (end of summer) with personal loss.
- Journal entries provide an intimate perspective on the observed changes.
Conclusions:
- The decline of monarch butterflies is a significant observation.
- Environmental changes can be deeply intertwined with personal life events.
- The narrative serves as a poignant reflection on loss and ecological shifts.