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My name is Lee Horbachewski, to many, I am known as SimpLee Serene.  With a last name like Horbachewski I needed to be creative.

Who am I?

I am a proud Australian who has called Calgary, AB Canada home for the past 17 years.  I am playful, goofy at times, real, authentic, loving, loyal, generous, grateful and kind. Oh yeah, there is a bit of a cheeky rebel in here as well.  I love writing, sharing and surrounding myself with authentic people who give & receive love.   I am a Mom to two beautiful daughters, a loving wife and loyal friend.

As a Philanthropic Entrepreneurial Advocate, I know big title…  It’s the best way I can explain what I do, I love giving back, have an entrepreneurs spirit, and advocate for mental illness awareness and suicide prevention.  It is my vision To Empower You to Shine Bright & Steady: to Stand UP for yourself, Speak UP and ask for help and Show UP with kindness, love and gratitude.  While realizing You are not alone.  You are loved.

By sharing my own life experience and stories “Purposeful Life Lessons”, I feel blessed that people naturally connect with me, imperfections and all – I am not afraid to say “I screwed up!

The name SimpLee Serene came from the words simplicity and serenity, and was originally named SimpLee Serene Interiors when I was an Interior Decorator and Feng Shui Practitioner.  Amazing the art of transformation…

Why am I so passionate about butterflies and the transformation from caterpillar, to chyrsalis to butterfly?

The transformation of the caterpillar into the butterfly is a reflection of life!

The Chrysalis was introduced to me by my then 6 year old daughter.  As my daughter eagerly took me through the Calgary Zoo Butterfly Sanctuary, with glee and excitement she explained the chrysalis to me and what it was all about.  I have studied and researched the beautiful transformation and have seen this play out in my own personal journey… So much so I took the brave step of having this grace my right shoulder for life…

The Caterpillar: a time of Growth

As the caterpillar suspends itself, life is dependent on the grip of two hind claspers.  The basic template of the chrysalis is evolving from the “caterpillar that once was” to the “butterfly that will be.”

The Chrysallis: a time of Change

Everything has its plan, purpose and function.  About two weeks go by from the time the caterpillar turned into the chrysalis.  The inward workings have been orchestrating the makings of the destine butterfly to come.  As the butterfly colors become vibrantly clear, time of emergence is at hand.

The Butterfly: a time of Emergence

As the butterfly slips free of the Chrysalis, it’s abdomen is large and filled with fluid it must pump  into its wings.  It twists side to side to help the transfer of fluid into the wings.  As the wings become fully expanded they are very soft and vulnerable, the butterfly folds the wings together and hangs freely, vertically and downward.  Within two hours, the butterfly can take the first flight of freedom.

Where are you in your life?

Are you in the process of Growth, Change or Emergence?

It’s your time to spread your wings and shine bright & steady!

NOW  Imagine…..

What it feels and looks like living your life authentically being YOU?

What it feels and looks like to be accepted, loved and never feeling alone?

Imagine…  Imagine… Imagine…

NOW Believe you have it ALL right now!

You do!

You have all your answers within, the courage and grace to be who you were meant to be and Shine Bright & Steady.