“There are two kinds of people. One kind, you can just tell by looking at them at what point they congealed into their final selves. It might be a very nice self, but you know you can expect no more surprises from it. Whereas, the other kind keep moving, changing… They are fluid. They keep moving forward and making new trysts with life, and the motion of it keeps them young. In my opinion, they are the only people who are still alive. You must be constantly on your guard against congealing.” ~ Gail Godwin
Yes, yes, yes… open-heartedness keeps us alive and young !!!
Thanks Valerie – so true, so true
“making new trysts with life” – may we all always make such loving appointments. Happy Monday Bill..
Happy Monday to you as well albeit a little late 😉
Wow, this is such vivid imagery, Bill! I love it! The word “congeal” is so evocative–an old container of used cooking fat comes to mind–how’s that for nasty?! 😉 I certainly don’t want to be a “congealer.” And Mimi’s exactly right–the notion of making “new trysts with life” is compelling indeed. Thx for a wonderful post! 🙂
Thanks Lori!
This puts into words something that I have always felt about some people I meet. “Congealers” actually frustrate me because I want more from them and wonder why they are not more open to share or open to change.Thanks for that. Here’s to staying fluid! 🙂
The best choice 😉
Yes, we can either GO through life or we can GROW through life. I choose to GROW. No congealer here. 🙂
So right Kristin
Reblogged this on On the Homefront and commented:
Congeal NOT!
Thanks for the reblog!
perfection
Loved the message, saved the quote for inspiration. 🙂
Such a great quote. It reminds me of a lyric from John Hartford that struck me as a teen and has stayed with me. “God help me if I become bored – one of the living dead”. I would add “boring”.
I had forgotten that lyric by John Hartford. He has always been one of my favorites and one that is missed by many. Thanks Pam
Wonderful quote.>KB
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