Friday, December 28, 2012

Ancient VVisdom


Read this one a while back, borrowed it from a friend. It has become one of my favorite reads of all time. There is one quote in it, in particular, that blew my mind. Tried to find it, spent thirty minutes looking for it. No dice. It was something like, "Get it out of the way when you're young. If you don't experience it until you're older, it may kill you when you do." Now, I can't tell you what "it" is, because it would seem trite, not being my words. All I can tell you is I agree completely.

-Miss quoted, but it's Wells Tower




How do I avoid being short with those I love and respect? How do I try to make people feel good about what they are doing for and with me? How can I respect others' tastes while retaining my own? This is the knowledge I am searching for. I can remember so many times in my life when I have hurt others and hurt myself. I really need to find a way to change those patterns for good.

-Neil Young







It is easy, when you are young, to believe that what you desire is no less than what you deserve, to assume that if you want something badly enough, it is your God-given right to have it. 

-Jon Krakauer




Check your tool positioning, set your workshift, and remember - perfection is unattainable.

-Kyle V. Fuchs