One can live at a low flame. Most people do. For some, life is an exercise in moderation (best china saved for special occasions), but given something like death, what does it matter if one looks foolish now and then, or tries too hard, or cares too deeply?
Diane Ackerman
Sent by reader Aja, who added, “I’ve only been following your life for about a year, but the changes I’ve seen have been amazing. Don’t be afraid to let that part of you shine through, the part that is a fighter, it is that part of you which inspires.”
I needed to hear that. Thank you …
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