we stand on a mountain pass in the midst…
Page 92 we stand on a mountain pass in the midst of a whirling snow and blinding mist, through which we get glimpses now and then of paths which may be deceptive. If we stand still, we shall be frozen to death. If we take the wrong road we shall be dashed to pieces. We do not certainly know whether there is any right one. What must we do, be strong, and have good courage. Act for the best, hope for the best, and take what comes , if death ends all, we cannot meet death better.
— from The Landing (Death) · Pragmatism edited by Louis menand