Laurence Overmire
11 quotes
Biography
Laurence Overmire is an American poet, author, actor, educator, genealogist, peace activist, civil rights, human rights, and animal rights advocate and environmentalist.
"Life is a poem most people never read."
"There is no nobler profession, nor no greater calling, than to be among those unheralded many who gave and give their lives to the preservation of human knowledge, passed with commitment and care from one generation to the next."
"Real life is never quite as interesting as the story told afterward."
"Those who oppose equality, compassion and social justice have been on the wrong side of history time and time again."
"Only in making peace - with ourselves, with others, and the world - will any of us find the life we are hoping for."
"There are basically two kinds of people: those who have empathy and care about others and those who don't. The ones who don't are creating most of the problems in the world."
"The way to peace, harmony and balance for the planet is through the loving kindness of each individual heart."
"Good people turn to love, courage and kindness in times of crisis, not hate, fear and cruelty."
"No matter what path you're on in this life, if that path isn't about love, you're on the wrong path."
"Poetry is the art of using language to transcend language."
"Expect nothing and accept everything and you will never be disappointed."