When you beat a drum, you create NOW, when silence becomes a sound so enormous and alive it feels like you're breathing in the clouds and the sky, and your heart is the rain and the thunder.
In "A Tale for the Time Being," Ruth Ozeki evokes a powerful image through her quote about the essence of drumming. She suggests that the act of beating a drum transcends mere sound, creating a profound sense of presence and immediacy. The act is portrayed as a transformative experience, where silence gives way to a vibrant and dynamic feeling that connects the individual with the universe.
Ozeki captures the interconnectedness of...