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That’s How the Light Gets In

August 10, 2013 at 7:50 am by Claudia

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Ring the bells that still can ring

Forget your perfect offering

There is a crack in everything

That’s how the light gets in.

Leonard Cohen, from Anthem

One of my favorite quotes, from the lyrics of the great Leonard Cohen.

Happy Saturday.

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  1. SUSIE says

    August 10, 2013 at 8:18 am

    Claudia, That is cute. I hope you are doing well away from your home and loved ones. I read the posts I had missed.:):) I think it’s more like home with your own things scattered about.xoxo,Susie

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:54 pm

      It does help to have some things from home with me here, Susie.

      Reply
  2. Doris says

    August 10, 2013 at 8:33 am

    Claudia, You took a beautiful picture! Have a nice day, Doris

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:54 pm

      Thank you, Doris. You too!

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  3. Balisha says

    August 10, 2013 at 9:24 am

    Wonderful picture to go with the lyrics.
    Have a happy Saturday.
    Balisha

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:54 pm

      Thank you, Balisha. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  4. Paula says

    August 10, 2013 at 9:39 am

    One of my favorites as well!

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:55 pm

      Beautiful words by a wonderful songwriter.

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  5. Lori says

    August 10, 2013 at 10:09 am

    happy saturday !!!

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:55 pm

      Happy weekend to you, Lori!

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  6. Sally says

    August 10, 2013 at 11:02 am

    Love this, beautiful shot and such wise words … adore Leonard Cohen.

    Thinking of you xo

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:56 pm

      Thinking of you, too, Sally. Sending you a big hug.

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  7. Laura says

    August 10, 2013 at 11:14 am

    Have a wonderful weekend, Claudia. I will try to take some time to let the light in. xo Laura

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:57 pm

      As will I, Laura. Happy weekend.

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  8. Beverly says

    August 10, 2013 at 11:19 am

    Thank God for cracks.

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:57 pm

      Yes, indeed, my friend.

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  9. Donnamae says

    August 10, 2013 at 12:00 pm

    I am so thankful for cracks! Enjoy your day! ;)

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:57 pm

      I am too, Donna!

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  10. Regula says

    August 10, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    I love Leonard Cohen even more now. Beautiful poem. It encourages us to make mistakes and be honest about our flaws. That’s probably one way (my way) to see it. :-) Happy weekend.

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:59 pm

      I see it the same way, Regula. As someone who tends toward perfectionism, these wise words mean a great deal to me. Happy weekend.

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  11. Judy Clark says

    August 10, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    `Claudia – Beautiful photo.

    Judy

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:59 pm

      Thank you, sweet Judy.

      Reply
  12. Maureen says

    August 10, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    Thanks for a great reminder of these very true words. Beautiful picture, too!

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 4:59 pm

      You are very welcome. I love those words – they are so wise.

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  13. Nancy Blue Moon says

    August 10, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    Thank you Claudia..You gave me a smile today..

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 5:00 pm

      Ah! That makes me happy. Happy weekend, Nancy.

      Reply
  14. Suzan says

    August 10, 2013 at 6:21 pm

    LC <3

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    • Claudia says

      August 10, 2013 at 6:28 pm

      xo

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  15. Donna@Gardens Eye View says

    August 10, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    I just used this in an upcoming post and was happy to see someone else who loves it!

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  16. Laura says

    August 10, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    Leonard Cohen – one of my husband’s favorite artist.

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  17. grace says

    August 11, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    That could not have been more perfectly timed.! Thank-you so very,very much!

    Reply
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