The proximity of pain

Happiness and hurt always hold together. Moments of exultation are followed by moments of despondency. I feel elated and I enjoy life only to find that I am brought down by overwhelming anguish. The joy is replaced by desolation. Sadly, the people that we care about the most cause us the worst pain. They are the closest to us, they carry the greatest significance in our lives, but they also know us so well that they have the ability to and often do bring the deepest sorrow. Damage that penetrates deep into the soul and never heals. Complete recovery is often unattainable.