The second in a series, this story is another ancient tale with timeless lessons to impart. I recite the narrative from memory with the accompaniment of the modern lute, and I include a poem, which was inspired by another woman, who is also part fox, part human, and part spirit of the forest:
An ebbing whisper among evergreens,
the magpies purr rumor of her splendor,
honeyed bees worship her, their everqueen.
pinion feet
kiss
the full face of gaia
where she tenders–
her cinder embrace
impregnates the air
a blest fluorescence falls from her film,
everpure, eversoft, and everbare.
you can catch a glimpse, but never truly see,
because she is a sacred mystery,
Dangerous
Wild
and Free
I know she bit you, it leaves a bleeding mark,
an evergrowing pit in your soul,
an everlasting scar–
on your heart.
If you are an author or poet, I encourage you to engage in spoken word. The storytellers of the time-honored oral traditions knew that it was the most powerful way to connect with people. Currently, our oral tradition is dominated with vapid, addictive short-form content, when it could be filled with more meaningful myths and inspiring stories told by you.
Thank you Dr. Martin Shaw for this gift.
If you liked this, check out:
The Story of the Half Girl
I believe this ancient story has profound lessons to impart, which is why I bring it to you. I tell the tale from memory with the accompaniment of the modern lute, and I hope it sticks to you as it has stuck to me.
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