I don't know if I ever would have had the balls to go after what it is that I really want. Now at least I'll know that I've tried. It's so easy to become overwhelmed by depression and let the negativity continue because of hoplessness, but remember, when you lose everything you have nothing left to lose. A tragedy can be the first stage of the best days of your life. Sometimes all the crying and hurt is just the storm before the calm.
Crystal River is a world traveled poet and photographer.