My Symphony

To live content with small means; 

to seek elegance rather than luxury, 

and refinement rather than fashion;

to be worthy, not respectable; and 

wealthy, not rich; to study hard, 

think quietly, talk gently, act frankly...to

listen to stars and buds, to babes, and 

sages, with open heart; await occasions, 

hurry never...this is my symphony.

~William Henry Channing, as seen in Oprah magazine