This being human is a guest house, Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they are a crowd of sorrows who violently sweep your house empty of furniture. Still, treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. The dark thought, the shame, the malice, meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. Be grateful for whoever comes, because each has been sent as a guide from beyond. --Rumi Transferred from an old blog - here were the responses: jinksy said... Is that where my laughter comes from?! Look out - you'll get sprayed! September 23, 2009 at 11:11:00 AM CDT Renee said... Sydney, thank you for always caring about what is going on with me. And for loving Sheldon too. Love Renee xoxo September 25, 2009 at 9:49:00 PM CDT Laurie said... funny that I found this today,