Good man.So, for all my bitching about the ode to joy, I was actually quite moved by it.
" Joy, beautiful spark of the gods*
Daughter from paradise,
We enter, drunk with fire,
Into your sanctuary, heavenly (daughter)!
Your magic reunites
What custom strictly divided.
All men become brothers,
Where your gentle wing rests.
Whoever has had the great fortune
To be a friend's friend,
Whoever has won a devoted wife,
Join in our jubilation!
Indeed, whoever can call even one soul,
His own on this earth!"
It just reminded me, that indeed, Joy is a wonderful binding agent between humanity, and should indeed be praised! Joy is not the product of your situation, Joy is a state of being. You don't need anything to be joyful, all that's required is within yourself! So, with that in mind, let's move into a wonderful and joyous new year, everyone!
Hugs to you all!
* Hugs