Heloise died 1163.
Matthew Parker died 1575.
Edwin Jenner born 1749.
The weakest among us has a gift, however seemingly trivial, which is
peculiar to him, and which worthily used, will be a gift to his race
forever.
--John Ruskin.
Not in entire forgetfulness,
And not in utter nakedness,
But trailing clouds of glory do we come
From God who is our home.
--William Wordsworth.
A weak mind sinks under prosperity as well as under adversity. A
strong and deep mind has two highest tides--when the moon is at
full, and when there is no moon.
--Julius Hare.
Thou hast granted me life and lovingkindness; And thy visitation
hath preserved my spirit.
--Job 10. 12.
Almighty God, I pray that I may have a true appreciation of the
quality of life. Reveal to me my responsibilities and help me to make
them my opportunities. Keep me in search of thoughts and deeds that
will increase the delight of my soul. Amen.