"It seems easier to lie prone than to press against
the law of gravity and raise the body onto its feet
and persist in remaining vertical.

There are many incidents which can eviscerate the
stalwart and bring the mighty down. In order to
survive, the ample soul needs refreshments and
reminders daily of its right to be and to be wherever
it finds itself."

-Maya Angelou, from
"Wouldn't Take Nothing for My Journey Now"