text: I was young and ignorant, it was miserable.  I am older now, more experienced, I have a better idea of what to expect from a situation and feel much better able to be prepared for the unforeseen.  \n\nWith enlightenment has come some pain, as preconceptions were destroyed, but the satisfaction I have derived from being able to help others is priceless, and on a day to day basis I am quite happy regardless of how adverse the circumstances become.\n\nI agree with you, there is bliss that I would have never known had I chosen to remain ignorant.