Eight or Nine Wise Words about Letter-Writing - Bilingual quotes that celebrate the beauty of language, showcasing meaningful expressions in two unique perspectives.
Eight or Nine Wise Words about Letter-Writing - Bilingual quotes that celebrate the beauty of language, showcasing meaningful expressions in two unique perspectives.
"Eight or Nine Wise Words about Letter-Writing" is a thoughtful exploration of the art of letter-writing, highlighting its personal and emotional significance. The author reflects on the profound impact that letters can have, both on the writer and the recipient. They assert that letter-writing is not a mere formality but a way to connect deeply with others, conveying feelings that can sometimes be hard to express in person.
The book provides guidance on how to approach writing letters, emphasizing authenticity and sincerity. It encourages writers to embrace their unique voice and to share their true thoughts and emotions honestly. This approach not only strengthens relationships but also creates a tangible keepsake that can be cherished over time.
Additionally, the author touches on the relevance of letter-writing in the modern age, suggesting that it can serve as a meaningful break from digital communication. The thoughtful process of writing a letter allows for reflection and intentionality, fostering a sense of connection that quick messages often lack. Ultimately, the book serves as a reminder of the enduring value of this personal medium of communication.
More »
Popular quotes
The value of money is subjective, depending on age. At the age of one, one multiplies the actual sum by 145,000, making one pound seem like 145,000 pounds to a one-year-old. At seven – Bertie's age – the multiplier is 24, so that five pounds seems like 120 pounds. At the age of twenty four, five pounds is five pounds; at forty five it is divided by 5, so that it seems like one pound and one pound seems like twenty pence. {All figures courtesy of Scottish Government Advice Leaflet: Handling your Money.}
Alexander McCall Smith
Look, if you say that science will eventually prove there is no God, on that I must differ. No matter how small they take it back, to a tadpole, to an atom, there is always something they can't explain, something that created it all at the end of the search.
And no matter how far they try to go the other way – to extend life, play around with the genes, clone this, clone that, live to one hundred and fifty – at some point, life is over. And then what happens? When the life comes to an end?
I shrugged.
You see?
He leaned back. He smiled.
When you come to the end, that's where God begins.
Mitch Albom
You say you should have died instead of me. But during my time on earth, people died instead of me, too. It happens every day. When lightning strikes a minute after you are gone, or an airplane crashes that you might have been on. When your colleague falls ill and you do not. We think such things are random. But there is a balance to it all. One withers, another grows. Birth and death are part of a whole.
Mitch Albom