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Why do these things happen?
A question that is as old as time.

There is never a good answer
In my opinion.

This question is usually asked
When something bad has occurred.

When a partner cheats
When trust is broken
When bad news is received

All can lead to this question.

No one knows why bad things happen.

Is it part of the universe’s plan?
Are we supposed to be moving in a different direction?
Did you just draw the short end of the stick?

It is one of the great mysteries of life.

We don’t know what has been building
That has brought us to this very moment in time.

Yet here we are.

Now that you are here don’t forget you still have choices.

Every move in life is a choice.

Will you realize your mistake and vow to never do it again?
Will you work on being a better person?
Will you discover courage as you maneuver through a sickness?
Will you accept your fate and live the remainder of your life to the fullest?
Will you pass on your wisdom to future generations so you will live forever in their hearts?

Will you just give up and call it quits?

You see no one knows what your decision will be, and
You are the only one who can come to terms with what you are going to do.

So,

Think hard and pray harder, for in the end, your life will be a testament to your nature.

— Nicole Barden 5/13/2021

Originally published in Blue Insights on Medium