When I first open my eyes upon the morning meadows and look out upon the beautiful world, I thank God I am alive

I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and new. Shall i not call God The beautiful, who daily showth himself so to me in his gifts.

Beauty is the mark God sets on virtue.

If eyes were made for seeing, then beauty is its own excuse for being

Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.

Evermore in the world is this marvelous balance of beauty and disgust, magnificence and rats