“The Woman in White”

Excerpt from “A Living Lighthouse”: “A young woman appeared out of nowhere. She was suddenly standing right next to the five friends. Her hair was long, wavy, and black, her eyebrows thick and as black as if they had been drawn with coal. She had full lips and a narrow nose. The woman wore long, white, loose-fitting clothes, a garment something between pajamas and a sari. Although she was not smiling, her entire being radiated purity and an intensely calm silence. The friends ceased talking and simply stared at the newcomer. Who was she and what did she want? Paz was the first to overcome her amazement. “Hello, can we be of any service to you? Do you need a ride or anything else we might be able to help you with?” The young lady now looked at every one of the friends in turn. When she locked on to their eyes, each of them felt a powerful transmission of subtle energy, unlike anything they had ever experienced. Sage was about to ask her if she required money when something almost physical closed his mouth. He felt as though two hands had been placed on his jaws, holding them tight.”