life is going to throw you so many obstacles to overcome. some are going to be easier than others, some will leave you happy and some will kill you deep inside. but no matter what happens in the end, it’ll always bring along more and more obstacles to face. You just have to stand tall, hold your head high and just take whatever life brings to you.

The main thing I learned? if you aren’t willing to put up with a little pain, you won’t go far. With every journey you’ll get scratches and bruises, but if you really love it, those scratches will be worth it and you wouldn’t really notice them because you take the pain with the joy.

The important thing is not to bitter over life’s disappointments. Learn to let go of the past and recognize that everyday won’t be sunny. And when you find yourself lost in the darkness of despair, remember, it’s only in the black of night that you see the stars, and those stars lead you back home.