For three things I thank God every day of my life: thanks that he has vouchsafed me knowledge of his works; deep thanks that he has set in my darkness the lamp of faith; deep, deepest thanks that I have another life to look forward to--a life joyous with light and flowers and heavenly song.
Helen KellerTo me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug.
Helen Keller