The present is passed over in the race for the future; the here is neglected in favor of the there. Enjoy the moment, even if it means merely a walk in the country.

Woman must be the pioneer in this turning inward for strength. In a sense, she has always been the pioneer.

If it is a woman's function to give, she must be replenished, too.

The present is passed over in the race for the future; the here is neglected in favor of the there. Enjoy the moment, even if it means merely a walk in the country.

How hard it is to have the beautiful interdependence of marriage and yet be strong in oneself alone.

When I cannot write a poem, I bake biscuits and feel just as pleased.

I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness and the willingness to remain vulnerable.