On Misery

Throughout the land I reign terror and misery on mortal kind. I thrive on it! Should you condemn me for that? Misery gives meaning to those values that mortals hold so dear – happiness, contentment, love. Without misery, those things hold no value. How would you define white without reference to black, cold without defining hot? Rejoice then. Misery marches triumphantly across this wretched earth making those cherished values all the more valuable. I thus bring purpose and meaning to the lives of mortal kind. Surely, my actions are worthy of praise. Worship even. Kneel then. Kneel before your god and give praise for the meaning I bring to your lives through your suffering…