Yes, the infinite goodness of my God, I see who you are and who I am; and in that knowledge, that you are so wonderfully different, delight of the angels, I would like to be completely consumed in love for you. Oh, how do you endure it when someone allows you to be close to him! What a good friend you are to him, Lord! With what kindness you envelop him, with what patience you bear his inner state and wait until he becomes like you!
(Teresa of Jesus, The Book of Life VIII,6)