"Anyone who imagines that bliss is normal is going to waste a lot of time running around shouting that he’s been robbed. Most putts don’t drop. Most beef is tough. Most children grow up to just be people. Most successful marriages require a high degree of mutual toleration. Most jobs are more often dull than otherwise. Life is like an old-time rail journey – delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas and thrilling bursts of speed. The trick is to thank the Lord for letting you have the ride."
-Jenkins Lloyd Jones
I remember when I first figured this out (it was soon after getting married)!
ReplyDeleteWhat a SHOCK to my system.
It went against what I had imagined.
However, I am learning that accepting this reality, sure makes life more pleasant...and much more liveable.
And that there is more GRATITUDE to the Lord for the ride!
Thanks for the reminder!
Darlita- the quote was so good I lifted it and put it on my facebook page. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this quote. So true. I always loved anything he had to say. Congrats on #9!
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