February 4, 2011

whatcha reading, v

...there is no estimating the wit and wisdom concealed and latent in our lower fellow mortals until made manifest by profound experiences; for it is through suffering that dogs as well as saints are developed and made perfect.

...many of Nature's finest lessons are to be found in her storms, and if careful to keep in right relations with them, we may go safely abroad with them, rejoicing in the grandeur and beauty of their works and ways...

- Stickeen, John Muir

1 comment:

  1. Good to remember while waiting for Spring-

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