The curious thing about being alive is that you never do know what lies around the corner. This rings true and transcends into all aspects of both familiar and unfamiliar particles of life, leaving us vulnerable to unexpected meanders, inconveniences and challenges.
Not only does this allow for growth, it exposes life’s delicate moments of being human in which an unforeseen gesture of kindness, smile from a stranger or a hug from a loved one can enable an inner warmth that makes all else somewhat bearable.
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