A White Heron Awe Quotes

While this can be seen as an example of Sylvia's childishness at work, it shows that this oak tree is different from all the others in the forest. It provides a vantage point unlike any she's ever climbed.

Now this is truly awesome: As Sylvia climbs higher and higher, she feels an intense connection with the forest and the earth itself. Suddenly, her curiosity changes into downright awe.

At this point, the tree isn't the only thing that's magical—Sylvia is, too. She has reached her goal and transcended into the heavens, like mythical heroes of ancient times.