The Prophet.

For that which you love most in him may be clearer in his absence, as the mountain to the climber is clearer from the plain.

And let there be no purpose in friendship save the deepening of the spirit.
For love that seeks aught but the disclosure of its own mystery is not love but a net cast forth: and only the unprofitable is caught.

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My favorite book of all time would definitely have to be "The Prophet."  Many a times, I have turned to the passages within this book, written by Kahlil Gibran, to come to an understanding and acceptance of a situation I am facing.

Just last week I turned to one of the passages, titled "On Friendship."  I was recently reminded of it today, when I saw a friend (Christion) reading this during his shift on duty at our medical school.  [[PS -- shoutout to Christion for always being a kind, smiling face at the entry of the building -- and for keeping it a safe environment for those of us who pass through!! You are often a blessing to so many of us at the end of (or in the middle of!) a stressful day!]]

If anyone is looking for a good, thought-provoking book to read, I highly suggest The Prophet.  The pieces are wonderful.  I hope someone out there finds inspiration to get swept away by the truth within Kahlil Gibran's words.  His poetry is beautiful.  I don't know how else to put it!

And may all of you find peace and happiness in each of your acquaintances and friendships as they are.  Appreciate any and all individuals who have crossed paths with you in your lifetime.  They will be there, are there, were there for a reason -- just as God intended them to be.

May you always love others, share smiles, and believe in your own strength.  Goodnight. :)

[And thank you, readers, for putting up with my crappy writing!!! What I blog about makes sense in my own head. I don't know how it translates to the rest of the world...]