you do not have to sit outside in the dark
if, however,
you want to look at the stars
you will find that darkness is required
the stars neither require it nor demand it.
-Annie Dillard

similarly,
you do not have to walk in the rain
if, however,
you want to wash the tears away
you will find that the rain is handy
the rain neither need nor depend it.

disapointments and hurt
when they do not kill,
they strengthen us.
disappointments are needed
to show us how to be grateful for achievements
hurt is needed
to show us how to treasure the good times.
and both are needed
to show us that we're still alive
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my new motto in life;
life is perfect when you want it to be.
therefore, i'm content((: