Sunday, May 16, 2010

Thoughtful Spot Sunday . . . .



"To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable, and wealthy, not rich, to study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly; to listen to stars and birds, to babes and sages, with open heart; to bear all cheerfully, do all bravely, await occasions, hurry never.  In a word, to let the spiritual, unhidden and unconscious, grow up through the common.  This is to be my symphony."

William Henry Channing
1810-1884


Sunday Blessings and  Hugs,

7 comments:

Janean said...

this needs printed and taped to my mirror...it's a great bit of God-inspired wisdom to live by.

thanks for sharing.

Susan B said...

I've always loved this quote! I hope you are having a lovely weekend. :)

Kimmie said...

Just beautiful!

Sue said...

Beautiful Barb,Thank you for sharing.So would like for this to be my symphony too.
Hugs,
Sue

The Halls said...

That is beautiful!! Thanks for posting it. It is nice to be reminded to look for and enjoy the simple things.
Love, Laura

The WIlloughby Family said...

Love this!!! I have missed your thoughtful spots lately! I am glad you did this! Love you!

Vickie said...

Hi Barb - this is such a good quote, and one we can incorporate into our lives - I think it goes right along with the Bible.

Hope things are going well for you and yours, Barb - Lucky you winning the giveaway!

Aspens - ahhh. We don't have them down here, but they sure are pretty! Take care ---

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