“I have always felt that the moment when you first wake up in the morning is the most wonderful of the twenty-four hours. No matter how weary or dreary you may feel, you possess the certainty that, during the day that lies before you, absolutely anything may happen. And the fact that it practically always doesn't, matters not a jot. The possibility is always there.”
Quote by Monica Baldwin
Work
I Leap Over The Wall - Contrasts And Impressions After Twenty-Eight Years In A Convent
This work presents a personal account of transformation and adaptation following an extended period spent within a convent community. The narrative explores the contrasts between the structured, contemplative existence of religious life and the dynamic, independent nature of the outside world. Through reflective observation, the author examines her own psychological and emotional adjustments, offering insights into the challenges and revelations that accompany major life transitions. The memoir provides a window into the mindset of someone navigating profound change, considering both the treasures retained and the difficulties encountered when leaving a long-established environment of communal living and spiritual discipline. more
Author
Monica Baldwin
Monica Baldwin (1893-1975) was a British writer best known for her autobiographical work 'I Leap Over the Wall,' which details her 28 years as a nun and her subsequent departure from the convent. Born into a prominent English family, she entered religious life in 1914 but left in 1941, later publishing her memoir in 1949. The book became an international bestseller, sparking debates on religious freedom and personal autonomy. Baldwin's work remains a significant account of convent life and the challenges of reintegrating into secular society. more
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