How I saw in her my own true nature. What was beneath my skin. Inside my bones... Even though I was young, I could see the pain of the flesh and the worth of the pain. This is how a daughter honors her mother. It is shou so deep it is in your bones. The pain of the flesh is nothing. The pain you must forget. Because sometimes that is the only way to remember what is in your bones. You must peel off your skin, and that of your mother, and her mother before her. Until there is nothing. No scar, no skin, no flesh.
The quote reflects a profound connection between generations of women, emphasizing how their shared experiences shape one's identity. The speaker recognizes their mother's struggle and pain as an intrinsic part of who they are. Despite the youthfulness that may suggest naivety, there is a deep understanding of the significance of these experiences, which transcend mere physical suffering to tap into the essence of lineage and being.
This perspective also highlights the process of emotional and spiritual cleansing, where the speaker suggests that one must strip away the layers of pain associated with their physical form. By metaphorically peeling away the skin, they aim to discover the deeper truths that lie within their bones. This journey is not only about acknowledging past struggles but also about honoring and remembering the sacrifices of their forebears, recognizing that such pain is essential to understanding one's true self.
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