Sometimes wearing a mask is the best way to show our true selves.
Make your own decisions. Make your own choices.
An unanticipated destination, perhaps, but you must admit,all the best journeys take unexpected detours.
Happiness can be close by, even if your heart is far away.
We can't live our lives obsessing about the past or mourning the future. We have a responsibility to ourselves and to each other to live every moment of our lives the best we can.
I believe art prefers rules. For some artists, the worst thing you can do is say 'Do whatever you want.' Such permission can be terrifying. I know it is for me. Often it's better if you impose rules or restrictions on a project. Requirements can force you to be creative in unusual ways.