Longing, for everyone, is always there, isn’t it? More intense at some times than others. You get closer to less longing – an odd metaphoric phrasing, I realize – then, you are further and longing more than ever again. Susan Minot Read Quote
I first travelled to Africa at the end of 1996 and was immediately captivated. I had planned on a three-week trip, and I ended up staying two months. Susan Minot Read Quote
When I was younger, I suppose I was interested in checking out as much about writing as I could: bad, weird, irritating, even things not-to-my-taste. Now I am less open. I will decide after a few pages if I want to stay in the world of the book, and if I don’t, I put it down. I have less time left. Susan Minot Read Quote
There are aspects of love that I once undervalued. Kindness. Having a sort of honor when love is on the table. Susan Minot Read Quote
Painting keeps me occupied in those moments when travel can be aimless and even disorienting. Mainly it is a way to register at least some of the new impressions of a foreign place, when its thrilling barrage can sometimes overwhelm you. Susan Minot Read Quote
Change and renewal are themes in life, aren’t they? We keep growing throughout life. Susan Minot Read Quote
