Once the hard things settles in then the nature of why we're alive reveals itself: There's no reason. At that point, you start ti live a different life, and the weight starts to lift,
Knowing what weighs you down -- or at least where it comes from -- helps. It's knowing, as Joan Didion said, lights won't change to green because you just happen to be at the intersection, people won't love you back just because you love them, and plans can be largely overrated.
Once the hard things settles in then the nature of why we're alive reveals itself: There's no reason. At that point, you start ti live a different life, and the weight starts to lift,
Knowing what weighs you down -- or at least where it comes from -- helps. It's knowing, as Joan Didion said, lights won't change to green because you just happen to be at the intersection, people won't love you back just because you love them, and plans can be largely overrated.
Zackly
Yes, that frightening moment when, without warning, one becomes aware of the impulse to write a memoir.
Beautifully said
I've enjoyed Jamaica's deep thoughts. Which of her writings is this selection taken from? Thanks!
Lucy