An Abenaki Legend
It is said that when Creator was giving a place for all the spirits to dwell who would be taking part in the inhabitance of Mother Earth, there came a sound, a loud BOOM, from off in the distance.
As Creator listened, the sound kept coming closer and closer until finally it was right in front of Creator.
"Who are you?" asked Creator.
"I am the spirit of the drum" was the reply. I have come here to ask you to allow me to take part in this wonderful thing."
"How will you take part?" Creator questioned.
"I would like to accompany the singing of the people. When they sing from their hearts, I will sing, too, as though I was the heartbeat of Mother Earth. In that way, all creation will sing in harmony."
Creator granted the request, and from then on, the drum accompanied the people's voices.
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