Emil Sinclair

“Why do people have to build such depressing places? I'm not saying that every nook and cranny of the world has to be beautiful, but does it have to be this ugly?”
― Haruki Murakami, 1Q84

“Familiarity makes the lion more dangerous.”
― Jocelyn Murray, The Gilded Mirror: Vesuvius Rising

“Find me now. Before someone else does.”
― Haruki Murakami, 1Q84

“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.”
― Henri J.M. Nouwen, Bread for the Journey: A Daybook of Wisdom and Faith