Some people are like thorns. But you have to let them be thorns, because thorns can't turn into petals. The trick is not letting them prick you; never let a thorn prick you!

C. Joybell C.
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The thorns in life are not to be overcome with force. If you try to eradicate them with force, they will only grow stronger. If you let them prick you, if you let them hurt, then they will turn into petals, and your pain will turn into wisdom.

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