"The lesson [Henry David Thoreau] had taught himself, and which he tried to teach others, was summed up in the one word 'Simplify.' That meant simplify the outward circumstances of your life, simplify your needs and your ambitions; learn to delight in the simple pleasures which the world of Nature affords. It meant also, scorn public opinion, refuse to accept the common definitions of success, refuse to be moved by the judgment of others. And unlike most who advocate such attitudes, he put them into practice." (Walden and Other Writings by Henry David Thoreau--Edited and with an Introduction by Joseph Wood Krutch, Bantam Books, 1962, P. 1)

Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Depression is a Cunning Adversary

I have much to be joyful about today, yet I awoke in a meltdown mode, and have been crying intermittently all day. Depression has no logic; it attacks without provocation. Even quilting holds little appeal for me today. I am dreading the trip to the grocery store I need to make tonight.

I do have hope of a turn for the better, however. That means a lot.
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