'We come from darkness into light and grow in the light until at death we return to that original darkness. Those early years of light are also a partial darkness because we have no power or understanding and are helpless in the face of the world. This is one of the great miseries of childhood. Mercifully, it is quickly absorbed by the boundless faith and energy and the length of the endlessly changing day of the child. Not even the greatest catastrophe can last the whole length of that long day.'
1 comment:
I like Mr. Gahern's writing style, but would have to disagree with his conclusion.
- pops
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