butterflies

Who the hell came up with the term "butterflies"? I'm not talking about the insects themselves (though if you think about it, the butter part is pretty damn weird. I would never smear bugs on my warm muffin. Take that in whatever way you like. It's just you that has to live with whatever grimy cafe is in the back of your mind). I'm talking about the strange feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you are nervous.

I guess I just don't understand how terror, or excitement, or whatever emotion you may be experiencing resembles a delicate insect. Personally, when I get that feeling, I feel like I 'm going to be sick. Or like I need to gasp. Or cling to the nearest pillow. Or giggle a little bit. Unless you have a phobia of butterflies, I can't see anyone doing this if they had a real one in their stomach.

Lepidopterophobia. It's a real thing. And just to help all those of you out that are scared of butterflies/moths: http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs41/f/2009/029/3/0/Lepidopterophobia_by_Katanaz.jpg

You're welcome.

Live long and prosper.