The ordinary arts we practice every day at home are of more importance to the soul than their simplicity might read more

The ordinary arts we practice every day at home are of more importance to the soul than their simplicity might suggest. -Thomas More.

My aim is to put down on paper what I see and what I feel in the best and simplest read more

My aim is to put down on paper what I see and what I feel in the best and simplest way.

Simplicity is the glory of expression.

Simplicity is the glory of expression.

In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.

In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity.

Most of the luxuries, and many of the so-called comforts of life, are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances read more

Most of the luxuries, and many of the so-called comforts of life, are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances to the elevation of mankind. With respect to luxuries and comforts, the wisest have even lived a more simple and meagre life than the poor. -Henry David Thoreau.

Geese appear high over us,
pass, and the sky closes. Abandon,
as in love or sleep, holds
them to their read more

Geese appear high over us,
pass, and the sky closes. Abandon,
as in love or sleep, holds
them to their way, clear
in the ancient faith: what we need
is here. And we pray, not
for new earth or heaven, but to be
quiet in heart, and in eye,
clear. What we need is here.

It's actually very difficult to make something both simple and good.

It's actually very difficult to make something both simple and good.

I have received no more than one or two letters in my life that were worth the postage.

I have received no more than one or two letters in my life that were worth the postage.

A vocabulary of truth and simplicity will be of service throughout your life

A vocabulary of truth and simplicity will be of service throughout your life