The rivers flow not past, but through us, thrilling, tingling, vibrating every fiber and cell of the substance of our bodies, making them glide and sing.
JOHN MUIRBut it is in the darkest nights, when storms are blowing and the agitated waves are phosphorescent, that the most impressive displays are made.
More John Muir Quotes
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But it is in the darkest nights, when storms are blowing and the agitated waves are phosphorescent, that the most impressive displays are made.
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When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe.
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Going to the woods is going home.
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Not blind opposition to progress,but opposition to blind progress.
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Spring work is going on with joyful enthusiasm.
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Raindrops blossom brilliantly in the rainbow, and change to flowers in the sod, but snow comes in full flower direct from the dark, frozen sky.
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Beauty beyond thought everywhere, beneath, above, made and being made forever.
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We were glad, however, to get within reach of information.
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There is a love of wild nature in everybody, an ancient mother-love showing itself whether recognized or no, and however covered by cares and duties.
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To the lover of wilderness, Alaska is one of the most wonderful countries in the world.
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Every sight and sound inspiring, leading one far out of himself, yet feeding and building up his individuality.
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The world, we are told, was made especially for man – a presumption not supported by all the facts.
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Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.
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And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.
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Take me into the mountains.
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