“So don’t be frightened, dear friend, if a sadness confronts you larger than any you have ever known, casting its shadow over all you do. You must think that something is happening within you, and remember that life has not forgotten you; it holds you in its hand and will not let you fall. Why would you want to exclude from your life any uneasiness, any pain, any depression, since you don’t know what work they are accomplishing within you?” – Letters to a Young Poet
4 Comments
Tom Dills
Wow, beautiful photo and wonderful quote. I’ll be chewing on that one for a while.
Monte Stevens
At this time in my life I can relate to Rilke’s words. I do not like pain but I’ve found the emotional pains have brought growth and directed me on new paths.
Faye
A beautiful image to accompany Rilke’s beautiful words.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Faye. It was 9 degrees this morning when I began my walk to coffee. Hope its warmer in your neighborhood!