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The Remedies We Overlook
As I sit at my table looking out at the rainy morning scene, I begin thinking about Walden pond. I was struck by Thoreau’s observation that most people search for meaning, peace, and happiness in external events. I’ll be happy when … Continue reading
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The Pace of Progress and the Rhythm of Nature
At first glance, this chapter appears to be about trains, noise, and industry. By the end, I realized Thoreau was asking a much deeper question: what kind of people do we become when the pace of progress begins to shape our … Continue reading
Walden chapter 3
As I continue my reading through Walden, I struggle with words and phrases Thoreau uses to describe what he is saying. My first thought is that this is just a difference in era, but he points to it being something … Continue reading
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