I mean... what motivated me into lifting various veils and discovering different ideas, beliefs and historical cultural interests: including Fables, Legends, Myths and (implications) of Fairy stories really started for me with a series of carefully designed questions aimed at my Mum, initially.
As I recall, I didn't want to say too much but, I needed her help. I described something to her and asked, "Is there a creature like this ... or ... name for it.... what would you call that Mum?"
Mum thought for awhile then said, "Well, it sounds like a Unicorn to me, but I wouldn't mention that to anyone else". When I asked why she explained that it was awkward but I was 'allowed' to play with an invisible friend, for as long as I liked, but it was probably still better not to mention it and, if I was going to help without getting flour all over my uniform, I'd better get my pinny on, so I did.
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