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Life is a Splendid Torch

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“This is the true joy in life, being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one. Being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as I live it is my privilege – my privilege to do for it whatever I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I love. I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no brief candle to me; it is a sort of splendid torch which I’ve got a hold of for the moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” -George Bernard Shaw

This quote has triple meaning for us. First, it was one of Tom’s favorites and perfectly depicts how he felt about legacy. Second, we use this as part of The Abbey Theatre presentation. And last, for any leader reading this – live and work with a splendid torch!