Point of Contact

The foreheads touching in this image create an intimate, respectful expression of connectivity. It’s as if the highest sense of self that is contained in the crown of the head is in this moment, in this point of contact, one mind “touching” another mind in an immense, but simple, loving, trusting gesture. To me, their interaction exudes benevolence.

There is no grasping in a forehead, as there might be in a hand or handshake. You cannot entirely or easily hug an elephant, but by touching crown to crown, these two beings completely embrace each other. There is innocence that I hold in my mind when meeting new people. There is respect and non-invasion, but also love and reverence.

The water surrounding them moves freely, receptive to them while at the same time following its own journey. The coexistence of water, boy, and elephant is gentle without any one of them being subservient. How marvelous to achieve this balance of independence and connection.