August 12th, 2008
Laughter has no Need of Proof
“It took me a long time and most of the world to learn what I know about love and fate and the choices we make, but the heart of it came to me in an instant, while I was chained to a wall and being tortured. I realized, somehow, through the screaming in my mind, and even in that shackled, bloody helplessness, I was still free: free to hate the men who were torturing me, or to forgive them. It doesn’t sound like much, I know. But in the flinch and bite of the chain, when it’s all you’ve got, that freedom is a universe of possibility. And the choice you make, between hating and forgiving, can become the story of your life.”
Quotation from Gregory David Roberts, Shantaram (It’s the opening paragraph of the book)
August 12th, 2008 at 2:20 am
is that a photo of you near the top of the page????
nursemyras last blog post..gutted and galvanised
August 12th, 2008 at 3:27 am
it’s a great book, one of the best I’ve read during this year.
Eidurs last blog post..Mixing the Vibe: ill, tired & Uninspired (August 2008)
August 12th, 2008 at 5:17 am
I hope the same goes for that chain around your neck…
Otherwise I have to run over with a saw and a metal blade, just you must keep still then, no messy glitches needed…
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August 12th, 2008 at 5:56 am
I absolutely loved that book.
Dolces last blog post..Loving my Luscious Lingerie
August 12th, 2008 at 6:56 am
Or, as Jean-luc Picard said while being tortured by a Cardassian: “In spite of all you’ve done to me I find you a pitiable man…”
Scaramouche Joness last blog post..Game On
August 12th, 2008 at 7:07 am
dolce. me too, the writing is compelling.
eidur. me too. his writing is compelling.
nurse myra. she’s my bff.
scaramouche. the kardassian’s are one ‘happy’ family. i’ve watched 2 or 3 episodes.
zee. it’s one of the few times i’d be still, around power machinery.
August 12th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
hahaha
you are so fun!
a kiss!!!
August 12th, 2008 at 2:12 pm
Wonderful quotation.
The last sentence is particularly meaningful to me at this time in my life. I think that to hate would make me a prisoner.
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August 12th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
Um… no… the Cardassians are a race in Star Trek. You need to watch some sci-fi, I think…
Scaramouche Joness last blog post..Game On
August 12th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
Why is it that sometimes I find it easier to stay chained?
But I’m working on it…
Sues last blog post..GONE FISHIN’
August 12th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
I’ve given you an award on my blog — I hope you like it!
Sues last blog post..Wow! An Award!
August 12th, 2008 at 6:55 pm
Hope you can unlock yourself as well!
Our minds will always be free and that’s the greatest thing.
August 13th, 2008 at 1:43 am
Hi Sera
A good thought provoking opening to his book. I think we always have that choice no matter how dire the circumstance, even to laugh in the midst of the blackest of all times. Practicing Muslims in Australia have found comedy one of the best avenues to break down typical stereotypes and promote better understanding.
August 13th, 2008 at 2:16 am
your bff is gorgeous
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August 16th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
Amazing quotation! I have to read the book!
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