In the cycle of nature there is no such thing as victory or defeat; there is only movement. The winter struggles to reign supreme, but in the end is obliged to accept spring's victory, which brings with it flowers and happiness. (Paulo Coelho)

In the cycle of nature there is no such thing as victory or defeat; there is only movement. The winter struggles to reign supreme, but in the end is obliged to accept spring's victory, which brings with it flowers and happiness.

Paulo Coelho

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