Why do butterflies fly away?

A child asked an elder
Why do butterflies fly away
I tried to pick one up
But it would not stay
The child's elder answered
Butterflies are not like you
All of their short lives
Butterflies are pursued
Animals chase butterflies
Thats why they have to hide
Having the unfortunate decision
Involving fight or flight
Some butterflies are brightly colored
Displaying danger in their skin
Others camouflage
So the predator does not win
Butterflies are prey
Most of nature wants them dead
But this is not your fate
The child's elder said
Children are protected
Or that is the plan
You will never have to run
Or hide from evil hands
We always will protect you
Unlike creatures in the wild
And that my love will be
Our prayer for every child.