the stark realities of life

Those dreamy times of youth are slowly disappearing, the stark realities of life have in them the tendency to infuse us with a pessimism.Knowing and watching the hard scenes of life unfold as age passes by gives one a sense that in reality life does not have good endings.So many around me , i see them facing endless struggles, i wonder often what keeps them going, and whether their prayers will ever be heard.Indians believe that our present is a result of our past deeds, but very few seem to reflect that what they today, will according to their belief of karma, be seen in their next life. Bur dreams have in them a magic spell, if life were to be always viewed through lens of reality, then perhaps it will be hard for us to live with hope and optimism.