A little philosophy...
I just finished watching Chrno Crusade (yes, Chrno, not Chrono). It's a very good anime, but only 24 episodes long. The final episode is quite sad, as the two main characters die. But the way in which they died made me sad and happy. They died together, still holding hands. It made me think of the people that matter most in my life. It made me think of those who have come and gone, as well. Most of you know I don't fear death. It's a natural part of our cycle, so I'll accept it when it comes. I have always believed I'll go out alone, and that belief has not changed. However, so long as you, my friends, are happy, I will be able to leave this world happy, my heart at peace. I don't expect that day to come for many years, though. But I have changed my outlook on life. I've taken everything in stride my entire life. For a long while, when something went wrong, I would complain about it. Occasionally, I wished I could go back and undo what happened. But there's no use focusing on the past. You have to live in the present and for the future. No one knows what may happen. And if you look towards the past, you'll never see your future coming. And when it becomes the present, you'll just run from it and hide in the past. That is no way to live a life. Life is a precious gift. Cherish it, and do all that you can. Remember the past, live in the present, and look forward to the future. I wish every one of you a wonderful life filled with happiness and joy. When life gets tough, just remember that there will always be people around you that are willing to support you. All you have to do is reach out to them, and they will be at your side through anything. No matter where life may take you, your friends will always be there. I know I've ignored most of my friends, and I put on a happy facade when I'm down. To those of you who still believe in me, even when I start thinking that I'll be alone for the rest of my life, thank you.