A very familiar feeling is beginning to come over me. I can’t seem to avoid it. It happens right around this time of year every single year without fail like a virus.
As much as I try to avoid it and remain steadfast in my pessimism, I can already feel the small embers of optimism beginning to smolder. If I’m not careful, I could have a full-blown case of excitement and belief on my hands. God forbid.
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