Gratitude Quote by Mara Altman

“Obviously, when conditions are sunny and benign, any wimpy wantwit can relax and be cheerful. It’s when her house is burning down that the enlightened person expresses appreciation for her now-unobstructed view of the moon.” quote by Mara Altman — Download Open image

““Obviously, when conditions are sunny and benign, any wimpy wantwit can relax and be cheerful. It’s when her house is burning down that the enlightened person expresses appreciation for her now-unobstructed view of the moon.””

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