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 necessary. But the stars neither require nor demand it.

Annie Dillard
You do not have to sit outside in the dark....
You do not have to sit outside in the dark....
You do not have to sit outside in the dark....
You do not have to sit outside in the dark....
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If you want to look at the stars, you will find that darkness is necessary. But the stars neither require nor demand it. This quote is a great reminder of the fact that we don’t need to suffer through depression and the dark days of our lives. We can overcome them and begin to feel hopeful and happy again.

Source: Teaching A Stone To Talk: Expeditions And Encounters

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