Thanks for this post Echoes...

Basically, life has just nailed us.

What a true statement.... I know that there are many opportunities for growth but sometimes ....I would like to take a pass. lol.... I know... I know...

tis time to learn.

.. "Basically, disappointment, embarrassment, and all these places where we just cannot feel good are a sort of death.

I suppose that I consider those things a kick in my derrier when I get back off it to get me percolating again once I catch my breath.