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Sadness and Gladness

Sadness is the gaiety of grief- 

         gladness, the sobriety of happiness! 








 © Demetrios Trifiatis
       28 July 2020
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Krutsinger Avatar
July 29, 2020 at 10:24 AM
The contrast is what I use often to explain bullies to children. They want you to get sad and mad. If you pretend you are glad, they leave you alone
Andresen Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 6:12 AM
- life in a roller coaster ... lovely described, my friend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Trifiatis Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 6:18 AM
In a way it is my dearest friend Anne-Lise. Thank you for lovely visit and comment. Hugsxxx
Tor Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 5:44 AM
Demetrios your messages through your insightful knowledge is a welcomed revelation to those reading. I am impressed with the consistency of your thoughts. Enjoy your day my friend...
Trifiatis Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 6:10 AM
I am always praying for inspiration so as to pass a positive message my friend, Michael! I write for HIS glorification, not mine! Thank you my dearest friend!
Ball Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 3:27 AM
Your musings are always so deep and well thought out. Your lovely flowers are such a treat to the eyes. I love visiting your page my friend. God Bless, JB
Trifiatis Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 5:20 AM
It is always a great pleasure to see you here dearest, Judy! Thank you for your gracious comment! Hugs xxx
Cunningham Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 1:57 AM
Both of which we experience as we go through life. Tom
Trifiatis Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 5:19 AM
Yes, my friend, Tom BUT it was not this I wished to focus on! Thank you! Blessings!
Somadas Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 1:56 AM
gaiety of grief..sobriety of happiness.. Lovely expressions.. I just smiled.. Have a great day Demetrios..
Trifiatis Avatar
July 28, 2020 at 5:18 AM
I am happy you got the message of what I am writing dearest, Jenish! Thank you so much! Take care!
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