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In reply to the discussion: A thought on the horrifying airplane accident over France: [View all]cilla4progress
(24,589 posts)Not that there's anything wrong with that. It's only when religion becomes exclusive and hypocritical, that I, personally, become very cynical.
That quote is so meaningful to me as an Agnostic (/pagan/Unitarian/atheist), in that the first sentence is consistent with my "religious" belief (my actual "religion" is: we are all connected). Maybe religion isn't the right word, or framing. ...
But the 2nd sentence: "facing each day with purpose and grace". I think I have the purpose part worked out; it's the grace I need to work on.
As I develop a lump in my throat re-reading his amazing words, I realize that they may help me through what is left of my time here in this life. I'm not sick or dying or anything ... just turning 60 this weekend! Feeling very philosophical, very fortunate, and very blessed.
Thank you!