#27 Love & Light & Vision

I think I would have said 'knowing' is love and light and vision. Knowing what is important.

There are a lot of people that have a great deal of knowledge in some things,

but it doesn't bless them with love and light and vision.

#26 Tolerance

The 100 year old grandmother of a friend, when asked what was one of the greatest

changes that she had witnessed in her lifetime, said "People are more tolerant."

I hope so.

#23 Brave & Patient

I snapped this little guy today and thought he was perfect for this quote.

It was a frigid morning... but he was brave and patiently waiting for a joyous summer day.

#22 Walk with a Friend

Walking alone is lovely too, but there's nothing quite like walking with a friend.

#21 Adventure or Nothing

This is the sentence that I quote the most. This is the quote I live by.

 It's tatooed in my brain, front and center.

WEEK 4: HELEN KELLER

Week 4 we celebrate:

HELEN KELLER
June 27, 1880 - June 1, 1968

For many of us born in a certain era, when we think of Helen Keller, we picture Patty Duke in the 1962 movie, 'The Miracle Worker'.  Ever since then, I have been in awe and admiration of Helen.

To be born in the late 1800's and accomplish what she did as a woman was impressive as it was, but to do it being blind and deaf is remarkable. She has always been the epitome of strength, courage, determination and perserverence to me.

Born in Alabama, she lost her sight and hearing to illness at 19 months. In spite of that, she lived a remarkably adventurous life - travelling the world and meeting famous people.

She had her first book published at 11, wrote an autobiography at 22 and went on to pen ten more books. She was an activist, speaking out for women's suffarage as well as labour rights.

Helen lived a full, rich and long life, leaving a legacy of wisdom and inspiration that was born of 'walking the walk'.

Wiki info to read more.