This weekend has meant a venerable rainbow of emotions for me. Paradise gained and lost. Neglible sleep. Warm hellos and heart-wrenching good-byes. And now I am back to work, trying to get my bearings again.

The sun is shining again today. Oblivious to the heartaches of those toiling under her.

Ah, well. If I had to choose between locking my heart up in a secure box somewhere, and keeping the doors open for good people and experiences to nourish it, even at risk of getting hurt, I would have no problem making the right choice.