Cath > Cath's Quotes

“I’m done. I’m old, I’m sad - that’s on a good day. I want out of this mess. But I don’t want to fade away, I want to flame away - I want my death to be an attraction, a spectacle, a mystery. A work of art.”
― Jennifer Egan, A Visit from the Goon Squad

“Listen to that quiet voice,
that fleeting thought that says, Why
don’t you…?,”
― Melody Beattie, Journey to the Heart: Daily Reflections for Spiritual Growth, Embracing Creativity, and Discovering Your True Purpose

“I always hated the sound of that. Polly Sigh. It sounds like mass hysteria in a sorority house.” “Or one of those inflatable sex dolls.” Still he read.”
― Barbara Kingsolver, Unsheltered

“Of course you could do more—you can always do more, and you should do more—but still, the important thing is to do what you can, whenever you can.”
― Will Schwalbe, The End of Your Life Book Club

“I take steps toward a simpler way of life. I divest easily of the possessions I don’t need or use, taking great joy in sharing my abundance with others.”
― Mary Davis, Every Day Spirit: A Daybook of Wisdom, Joy and Peace

“Do not look forward to what might happen tomorrow; the same Everlasting Father who cares for you today, will take care of you tomorrow and every day. He will either shield you from suffering or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginings.”
― Mary Davis, Every Day Spirit: A Daybook of Wisdom, Joy and Peace