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Michael Edward's avatar

The way you weaved your reflections on the book in with your thoughts on the metals was nothing short of alchemy.

I had never thought about gold or silver in these ways. Admittedly, I don’t have or wear much of either. But I have always liked the idea of wearing an unassuming silver ring, I still haven’t done it yet, though. Maybe after this post… 🤔

Also, I really liked this line,

“Silver does not perform. It reflects. It accepts. It trusts that being, is enough.” :)

kaylen alexandra's avatar

I've lost the ability to post emoji's on my "new-to-me" laptop but ALL THE GRATITUDE to you, M.E.

Thank you for reading, I hope you find your perfectly unassuming ring, and. you never feel like you have to perform, because just by being, you are so enough.

Michael Edward's avatar

Thank you Kaylen!

I really appreciate that. Boy, am I doing my best to learn that last bit hehe :)

Sabrina Sehbai's avatar

What an interesting reflection Kaylen. I've always worn silver and in my youth felt like it was because I wasn't classy or fashionable enough (later felt it was a skin tone choice). But interestingly, I have also always been drawn so much to the moon and all its feminine symbolism, so reading this essay gave me a very new way to think about it. I also find the spirituality behind alchemical process so intriguing. Thanks for sharing this!

kaylen alexandra's avatar

I love your reflection and share, B. I have been drawn to the moon too, but I'm leaning into the stars these days. I find alchemy so grounding and fascinating as well - must be the magic in it. Thank you for reading and being here. Xx

L Barhoum's avatar

You are such a provocative, smart writer!

Showering you with love!

kaylen alexandra's avatar

My grandma, ladies & gents! 💛💛

Bonnie Solomon's avatar

Yes! I love to explore gender and identity questions. Cool take. 💖

kaylen alexandra's avatar

Omg you might love this book!! I should send to you next! So interesting xx

Heidi Lang's avatar

I loved being invited to think about this! I have always ONLY worn silver and couldn't explain why. Maybe it would be good to mix it up a bit...

kaylen alexandra's avatar

She’s a STAR!! You are all that shimmers