Monday, May 26, 2008

Simplicity
























How happy is the little stone
That rambles in the road alone,
And doesn't care about careers,
And exigencies never fears;
Whose coat of elemental brown
A passing universe put on;
And independent as the sun,
Associates or glows alone,
Fulfilling absolute decree
In casual simplicity.

by Emily Dickinson


6 comments:

Phyllis Russell Franklin said...

Morning! Hope your day is a good one today.

Hugs and lots of hugs, Phyllis

Debbie said...

Describes my goal in life! Simple.
Uncomplicated. Peaceful.

Joni, have a beautiful day!

kimberly said...

simplicity.....a wonderful ambition.
love the words.
and hope your day is simplified!
hugs,
kimberly

Anonymous said...

Beautiful Joni.

Debbie said...

Joni...couldn't comment on today's Memorial Tribute for some reason. That is a beautiful picture!

Karen said...

What wonderful words to remember.
When I strive to be more than that stone, then I have to be reminded of the value in being content in simplicity.

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