*i wish it were as easy as knowing what you need and then just grabbing it.

*i wish it were as easy as writing down a specific plan, then working hard and seeing those steps of the plan happen with Hard Work and Determination.

*i wish it were as simple as negotiating, compromising, and talking all involved into some sort of agreement.

*if only there were some sort of lesson plan to educate, to teach what needs to be known.

*if only i would listen when i tell myself to shut up.

why must i be strong when i can't even pretend i am?