Scene 8: Peaceful Moments with Pegasus
Relying on her strong right leg to get from the last step of the bus to the sidewalk, she called out to Mama, “I need to talk with Pegasus, right now, but I’ll be home for supper!”
As her brave stallion carried her away, Karen felt herself relax. Despite the fact that the ranch was finite in size, she and Pegasus discovered new lands on every ride, as if they were in an alternative universe on the edge of the city. She was glad to be on horseback and knew that Pegasus would tell her what she needed to know, so she could deal with the situation at school.
After a brisk ride, they rested in a serene and sacred grove, surrounded by exotic flora and fauna. Pungent eucalyptus and sweet frankincense surrounded them. Two ancient banyan trees spread above them, and the blue Pacific reflected the setting sun before them. Karen wondered why no one else could see these treasures. She did not know, but she figured it had to do with her magical stallion.
While walking leisurely under the trees, she told Pegasus about Mrs. Pinzetti, the coffee cups, Tammy, and Dr. Lambert’s demand for more surgeries.
She concluded by saying, “Thank you for coming to me in school. Your spiritual presence saved my life. I was fading fast. But what about my dear friend Tammy?”
Pegasus replied, “I felt your suffering at school and went there in spirit to comfort you. You need your Mama’s help with Tammy’s situation. I can support you in spirit, with wisdom, with compassion, but you still need a strong adult to confront the experts. You still need Mama, and Tammy still needs her mother.”
They remained five minutes more. Time evaporated into dusk. The sun’s reflection glistened upon the blue Pacific. In spite of Pegasus’ advice and support, she felt afraid.
Original text ©2022 by Karen Lynn-Chlup. All rights reserved.
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