The world is so constructed, that if you wish to enjoy its pleasures, you must also endure its pains. Whether you like it or not, you cannot have one without the other.
– Swami Brahmananda
The beauty of the rose and the sharpness of its thorn cannot be separated
clever link Pat – lovely image
Thanks, Scott. Glad you enjoyed it! 😉
Indeed, they come in as a whole package – pleasure and pain.
You bet!