Acquiescence to fate

appeals to us

because it takes away the

guilt and anguish

that comes with the responsibility

for our choices.

Once we grow to a point

of maturity,

we move beyond helplessness

and into independence,

thus owning, and earning

choice, then, we become

responsible for our choices.

They are not dismissible,

transmissible, irreversible,

or negotiable.

They are not waivable,

or surrenderable.

Our decisions are not

whims of fate.

They are all that we have.

Choose wisely.