In The Mists of Avalon: Soundboards of Truth:
"Sacred truth resides in every living moment that we draw breath. We can only be soundboards of this truth, receiving its vibration and absorbing and reflecting its tonality. If we insist that ours is the only authorized song, then we cut across the frequencies of others." Caitlin Mathews
Why is it, then, that the senior mother can allow others their truth but others won't allow us ours. Good quote, Von. I am working on "peace within the storm" today.
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ReplyDeleteAs it happens, The Mists of Avalon is one of my very favorite books, and while I know its fiction, sometimes the characters are as real to me as the people around me. This quote is perfect. As Robin says, though, I wish they would allow us OUR truth as well. I think that they are about to hear it loud and clear....