I long so much to see you! Should anything hinder our meeting upon earth, think of your daughter, as one who always wished, at least, to do her duty, and who always cherished you, according as her mind opened to discover excellence. ... I hope we shall be able to pass some time together yet, in this world. But, if God decrees otherwise, - here and HEREAFTER, - my dearest mother, 'Your loving child, MARGARET.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fuller longs to meet a loved one, urging remembrance of duty and excellence, and accepts possible divine separation.
- In plain terms
- She yearns to reunite, urging duty and excellence, while accepting possible divine parting.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain hope for connection while honoring duty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does one balance personal longing with perceived duty?
- What rituals help cope with possible separation?
Another view
Hope may not overcome physical barriers.
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