There is much in this short passage that speaks to the contemplative photographer as well. It seems to encourage one to simplify their life; to dispense with unnecessary "stuff" (re-organize your camera bag to contain only what is truly necessary.); to await occasions and never hurry ( Be Still, Be Present, Be Patient and Be Persistent); and above all, to let the spiritual grow up through the common. (to see the sacred in the commonplace.)
I so admire the 19th century transcendentalists. Concord, Massachusetts in the mid-1800's must have been an amazing place to be. I am still drawn to the town year after year...it hasn't changed all that much. Emerson, Alcott, Hawthorn and Thoreau would still feel right at home. I have to say that I consider it my spiritual home for so many reasons. Do you have such a place? What would you include in your "symphony"?
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