The song of thrush and blackbird, joy that falls so gently on the ears to celebrate another day of life and living, flying free. John McLeod More Quotes by John McLeod More Quotes From John McLeod His wry sense of humour and his stalwart courage were an inspiring example to so many. His ability to laugh at Life's idiosyncrasies and himself in a self deprecating way taught that most valuable of lessons: 'to be of good cheer, no matter what Life threw at you, and ever to find the hope that dwells in every human heart'. John McLeod cheer humor heart It's the journey that's important, not the getting there! John McLeod important journey