Posted by Christina on August 20, 2000 at 20:26:39:
In Reply to: Re: Thought for the Day posted by Betty on August 20, 2000 at 18:37:03:
: : Give us grace and strength to forbear and to persevere.
: : Give us courage and gaiety and the quiet mind,
: : spare us to our friends, soften to us our enemies.
: : (Robert Louis Stevenson, Scottish Author, 1850-1894)
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: This is such a nice quote, I recieved my dose of hugs this weekend from Adele via Dana. This is what true friendship is the thoughts and caring from across the miles. That this board has brought together.
: Thank you
: Huggy Merchant
: From: Betty Gnome
I also thank you for this quote! RLS is one of my favorite poets..."Garden of Verses" was a vivid part of my childhood. And what a truthful sentiment. Through the Internet I'm in touch with dozens of friends who are otherwise distant from me by miles...including the folks here! Peace to all...
Christina