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The Elements of Harmony

My 7-year-old grandson asked me if I knew The Seven Elements of Harmony.    (Capitalizations are mine.)   I was taken aback - extremely impressed with the deep and reflective nature of his question.   Imagine a 7-year-old contemplating the nature and aspect of harmony.   As a matter of fact, just think about how striking it is that a 7-year-old would even use the words “element” and “harmony.” So I thought a bit and starting talking about Compassion.    Respect.   (Capitalizations are mine.)   I commented that when we have compassion and respect for one another that there is less occasion for disagreements and strife, thus nurturing a lifestyle of harmony.   (I resisted using the word “harmonious,” given his age.   I can’t remember if I actually used the words “strife” and “nurturing.”)   “What do you think?” I asked him.   I was most curious to see what he might perceive. “You don’t get it,” he said. “I don’t get ...