“Find me now. Before someone else does.”
― 1Q84
― 1Q84
“He was so handsome,but he didn't look well.He reminded her of a cigarette.”
― Weetzie Bat
― Weetzie Bat
“Familiarity makes the lion more dangerous.”
― The Gilded Mirror: Vesuvius Rising
― The Gilded Mirror: Vesuvius Rising
“There is something beautiful about shyness, even though in our culture shyness is not considered a virtue. On the contrary, we are encouraged to be direct, look people straight in the eyes, tell them what is on our minds, and share our stories without a blush.
But this unflinching soul-baring, confessional attitude quickly becomes boring. It is like trees without shadows. Shy people have long shadows, where they keep much of their beauty hidden from intruders’ eyes. Shy people remind us of the mystery of life that cannot be simply explained or expressed. They invite us to reverent and respectful friendships and to a wordless being together in love.”
― Bread for the Journey: A Daybook of Wisdom and Faith
But this unflinching soul-baring, confessional attitude quickly becomes boring. It is like trees without shadows. Shy people have long shadows, where they keep much of their beauty hidden from intruders’ eyes. Shy people remind us of the mystery of life that cannot be simply explained or expressed. They invite us to reverent and respectful friendships and to a wordless being together in love.”
― Bread for the Journey: A Daybook of Wisdom and Faith
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