| The Smiths – Asleep Lyrics | 9 years ago |
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@[Peralph:15472] Thank you infinitely for sharing your life with us. Know you are loved and appreciated and that you are the pinnacled representation of spirited triumph over adversity. Although it is a twisted tragedy that you love art and music and girls and the wonders of our world and yet you are physically unable to indulge your passions, know this at least: in actually feeling these passions you already achieved more true, spiritual fulfilment that millions of other people who spend their entire lives oblivious to the wonders of humanity and who are fully succumbed to the mindnumbing of commercialism. I don't wish to overwhelm you with optimism, particularly because you already have far more than most people in your situation would. But I just hope you understand you're special. After I read your affecting comment, my first thought was to your current state of health. Considering this was written 11 years ago I am worried now that you might not be with us anymore. I can't believe anyone will see this comment, let alone you, although your story and your life is one that must be heard. It just has to. I don't know how, and I don't know if it will succeed, but it is paramount that this - your legacy - must live on through the hearts and minds and feelings of others. I read something the other day which said 'We are not remembered for what we do. We are not remembered for what we say. We are remembered for how we make each other feel.' Your perseverance through tragic circumstances is both humbling and uplifting at the same time. Your story provides crystal clear context to all of our lives and more than any other I've heard, it truly makes me understand how utterly lucky I am, and how I must - for the sake of people like you - live life to the fullest and appreciate and enjoy all of the things which you were unable to. So. Your legacy. @[cracker100:15473] I urge you strongly to write a book about this story, as you will be doing peralph (I'm sorry we don't know your real name) the great service his life deserves. To any readers at this moment, please I URGE you to spread this story, whether that be through friends, social media, or sending it to influential people you know who could make a difference. This story must be heard. And finally to you Peralph. You are a shining example of the very best which humanity is capable of. You have unlimited hope when the odds are stacked against you. You possess a determined will to stay alive despite your crippling setbacks. I hope more than anything that you are better and cured and you can now listen to this beautiful song, and every other beautiful song, everyday for the rest of your life. Few people may actually read about your life. But know that some of us have. And know that you made a difference. Passed or living, your life will live long in our memory. |
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