Quote by Henry David Thoreau

In any weather, at any hour of the day or night, I have been anxious to improve the nick of time, and notch it on my stick too; to stand on the meeting of two eternities, the past and the future, which is precisely the present moment; to toe that line. You will pardon some obscurities, for there are more secrets in my trade than in most men's, and yet not voluntarily kept, but inseparable from its very nature.

In any weather, at any hour of the day or night, I have been

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's unwavering commitment to seizing the present moment and making the most of every opportunity. They express how they are constantly driven to improve and make progress, regardless of the circumstances. The phrase "to stand on the meeting of two eternities" highlights their desire to embrace the present moment, which they view as a valuable point connecting both the past and the future. The quote also suggests that the speaker's endeavors involve certain mysteries and complexities inherent to their craft.

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Philosophy Present Walden Thoreau

By Henry David Thoreau

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