A life of ease

When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.

Peter Marshall

I know that trial by fire has made me stronger, that I work best under pressure, that I'm often most hopeful when I've just been through what seems like the worst experience possible.

It's hard to remember all of this in the midst of the current emergency or stress or conflict.

And then, there's serendipity, which led me to this quotation today.