Mary O’Malley – I was looking for a particular quote in my book Belonging to Life. In the chapter titled The Fertility of the Dark, I found the quote and then was drawn to read the first section. I was so touched and moved by what I read that I wanted to share it with you in its entirety. At the end is the quote that I was looking for that is a synopsis of what I wrote.
“In the moment you are sitting here, reading this blog, dew drops are reflecting the morning light; a rainbow of colors is appearing out of the heart of flowers; whales are singing their ancient tunes; babies who were just one seed nine months ago are taking their first breath; and wind is caressing ancient bristle-cone pines high in the alpine forests. All around us is a magical realm—earth, air, sun and water being woven over and over again into myriad amazingly beautiful forms. Continue reading →