Grief can’t be shared. Everyone carries it alone. His own burden in his own way. June 26, 2013 by geoff
I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness and the willingness to remain vulnerable. June 23, 2013 by geoff
It takes as much courage to have tried and failed as it does to have tried and succeeded. June 19, 2013 by geoff
For happiness one needs security, but joy can spring like a flower even from the cliffs of despair. June 12, 2013 by geoff
Don’t wish me happiness – I don’t expect to be happy it’s gotten beyond that, somehow. Wish me courage and strength and a sense of humor – I will need them all. June 12, 2013 by geoff
Men kick friendship around like a football, but it doesn’t seem to crack. Women treat it like glass and it goes to pieces. May 30, 2013 by geoff