-lao tzu
I wrote an argumentative essay on the quote above, denying Tzu's claim that love is the strongest passion. I claimed that hatred was the strongest passion.
I have had experience with some pretty hateful people in my life: hateful on religion, on family (in general), on me and my family, on my standards, the world, and overall cynicism. Of course, I am not perfect, either. I have exhibited my fair share of disgust with worldly things. Sometimes, I am taken aback with how ugly my words can sound. While I may think the things in this world are terrible, I am not contributing any more to the already existing beauty by being ugly, myself. So, I am making an effort to be more positive.
I used to think that hate survived the most and lasted the longest. Maybe it was the time period in my life that I set my resolve around this idea. But, I realize now that in the end, love will overpower every single thing. Although for now, many evil people and many evil practices and ideas are flourishing and traveling, making their ways known to all living creature possible.
There is good, though. I look outside right now and it is gorgeous. Some people pay thousands of dollar just to see the beauty that I take for granted most days.
I have a buttload of stuff around me. I'm typing this on my laptop (that I didn't have to pay for), my porcelain doll stands on a shelf, the toilet is functioning properly in my bathroom, I have about eighty pairs of shoes, and a bunch of fluffy snow to play in. My perspective is so different from a child living in poverty. I'm not going to apologize for my circumstances, but I sure am blessed and thankful for all that I have. Which is plenty.
I'd like to say that I believe love to be the strongest. True love will not cloud your senses and will never cause contention or disorder. It does just the opposite. Anger is the trait that clouds your judgment and confuses you.
In essence, love sets you free, as cheesy as it sounds. Ridiculously cheesy. When you love, and for the right reasons, and with the purest love possible, peace becomes a reality.
I must love my neighbor. Which doesn't mean I have to love what they do. My standards may not align with yours, but that doesn't mean I can't respect you.
Hatred seems like the most visible and enclosing trait (or LIFESTYLE) out there, but love is there, too.
This is Love:
I love you Mommy!
In conclusion,
I would like to say that love is not only romance. But, romance can be a part of your love with the one you will forever hold a dear place in your heart, who you will cherish and care for, for eternity.
Despite the negative examples out in the world today, I do have some seriously sweet examples of forgiving, caring, true, sincere, and faithful relationships around me: my parents, my young women's leaders with their husband's, and other church leaders. If you think that a pure, unconditional love isn't possible, THINK FAST. Ha ha, kidding. But really, there definitely is love thriving in the eternities. If all else comes to a fail, (but only for today) remember that Jesus Christ will always love you. No matter what.
Love induces you to cry tears flowing with joy, to jump up and down with excitement and zeal, and it allows you to relax in the fervor of sempiternal peace.
Love,
Mallory
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