A Rainy Day Journey of Butterflies - By Yasithma Amadoru

Written By: Yasithma Amadoru

Category: Shortstory

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Yasithma Amadoru captivates readers with "A Rainy Day Journey of Butterflies," a short story submitted to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative narrative takes us on an adventurous journey amidst a storm, where the protagonist and companions navigate challenges with ingenuity and hope. As part of the competition, Yasithma's entry reflects themes of resilience and the beauty of nature, transporting readers into a world of fluttering wings and lush landscapes.

About the Work

In "A Rainy Day Journey of Butterflies," Yasithma Amadoru weaves an engaging tale of a butterfly's adventurous journey through inclement weather. The narrative showcases themes of innovation and camaraderie, as the characters face obstacles with resourcefulness and optimism. Vivid imagery paints scenes of rain-soaked leaves and lush flora, creating a sensory experience that resonates with readers. Yasithma's storytelling evokes a sense of wonder and appreciation for the resilience found in nature.

A rainy day journey of butterflies

Original Submission by Yasithma Amadoru

A rainy day journey of butterflies

One rainy morning I woke up to see my parents saying pack your bags we have to go. So, I packed all my belongings and went. I was wondering why it was raining and all of my friends are also going. I asked my mother “ why are we moving ?” My mother said “ because a heavy rain storm coming our way, so we have to find a better place to stay” .

Our captain butterfly let the way. It was raining heavily. We were getting wet quickly . I though of a brilliant plan and I told it to our captain. He said it was an excellent idea. The captain stop the whole crew to take a big leaf for whole family. Me and my brother took two big leaves for our family. Now we went without getting wet. “Oh! “ it was very cold. We saw floating flowers and leaves through the water streams. It was a amazing sight. Huge trees were fallen down along the way and we were sad about.

Finally we came to a safe land after a very hard journey. We were starving. We saw some big juicy fruits and flowers. “Ahh”, those smells good. Then we ate fruits and drank nectar. Then we were jumped for the joy. Our captain said” it will take much longer to go to our destination”. So, we found a place to sleep the night. To pass time me and my friends played a lot. The captain said “ there was a huge problem , we didn’t have enough food for dinner. We all said “ oh no, how are we goanna eat ?” Once again I came up with a brilliant plan. I said to the captain “ let’s make our own nectar with some fruits”. “ Wow , it’s amazing “ captain said.

There were some fruits near us. We took them and mashed up with sticks. Then we had the most delicious nectar in the world. It was sweet as honey. It was time to sleep. While we slept, we could hear the bats flying. It was a such a peaceful night. Then next morning , we ate as breakfast leftover nectar. We started our journey again. After a long journey we arrived at the place.

When we arrived at the place, we were amazed because there are plenty of flowers and fruits to eat and drink. Moreover, plenty of shelter. To passed the time we played a lot. After, five days we came back home. I felt like we should have stayed whole life there. It was an unforgettable journey of my life

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of literary talent from around the world. It brings together poets and writers to share their unique voices and perspectives through creative storytelling. The competition serves as a platform for emerging and established writers alike to gain recognition and connect with a global audience, fostering a vibrant community of creative expression.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Yasithma Amadoru for sharing "A Rainy Day Journey of Butterflies" with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 showcases your storytelling talent and captures the imagination of readers everywhere. We appreciate your contribution and look forward to more of your literary creations in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.