There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love.
-Washington Irving.

Washington Irving was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. I love his ways of giving some inspirational words to all his readers. Above is my favorite quote from him. I love how he defines the importance of tears.

We cried when we get hurt. Tears can be a symbol of our unfathomable feelings. Tears can be our secret weapon. It can melt even in a heart of stone.