"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)

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Be Sure to Read This

There is a beautiful, touching, heartwarming, sad, hopeful, endearing account of Christian and Stephanie Nielson and their exemplary families at this link today.

Be sure to read it.

Be sure to have tissues nearby when you do.
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Emily A. said...

That was beautiful. I find it very touching and wish I had that closeness that the sisters and mom have with those I love. Thankfully we don't have to have a tragic accident in the family to realize we can be closer to each other.

I also think that it is beautiful that you read this and feel it so deeply. You are a wonderful softhearted mama.

October 26, 2008 at 9:10 PM

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