"We would wish to suffer generously, nobly...  What an illusion!"

"We would never want to fall?  What does it matter, Jesus, if I fall at each moment?  It shows me my weakness and for this reason is a great gain for me.  It shows you what I am able to do and now you will be more tempted to carry me in your arms.  If you do not do it, it is because it pleases you to see me on the ground.  Then I am not going to be disturbed, but I shall always stretch out my arms to you in supplication and full of love!  I cannot believe that you would abandon me!"

- St. Therese of Lisieux