Fetching wisdom...
The capacity to be astonished by the world is worth protecting at almost any cost.
“First winter rain, the world and I are young.
“Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale.
“Writing is the only thing that when I do it, I don't feel I should be doing something else.
“To me every hour of the day and night is an unspeakably perfect miracle.
“If you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams.
“The pleasure of a work of art is meant to be a preparation for the greater pleasure of life.
“The noblest pleasure is the joy of understanding.
“White clouds embrace green mountains; clear water reflects jade.
“The world is mud‑luscious and puddle‑wonderful.
“The power of finding beauty in humblest things makes home happy and life lovely.
“The world is beautiful, and I am glad I was born.
“Sudden summer shower, a child's hand claps through the puddle.
“I believe in good energy.
“Live life when you have it. Life is a splendid gift—there is nothing small about it.
“Just living is not enough... one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.
“From there to here, from here to there, funny things are everywhere.
“The game of baseball is great to watch, but it's even better to play.