Dichotomies


Loveliness,
no less lovely for the pain
requires to create it.
And no less valuable
for being simple.

Ugliness,
no less ugly for the beautiful
face that hides it.
And no less detestable
for being passionate.

Life,
No less livable for the work
needed to enjoy it.
And no less cherished
for being intemperate.


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