Quote by Natalie Goldberg

Life is not orderly. No matter how we try to make life so, right in the middle of it we die, lose a leg, fall in love, drop a jar of applesauce.

Life is not orderly. No matter how we try to make life so, r

Summary

This quote emphasizes that life is unpredictable and chaotic. No matter how hard we strive to bring order and control into our lives, unexpected events and experiences occur. It highlights the inevitability of death, the vulnerability of human bodies, the suddenness of falling in love, and even the simplest accidents like dropping a jar of applesauce. The message is that life is full of surprises, challenges, and unforeseen circumstances, and it's a reminder to embrace the unpredictability rather than resist it.

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By Natalie Goldberg

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