Defeat? But why?

"Defeated" (acrylic, 16x20")

Sometimes... just sometimes... this is the feeling that overcomes us.  I am profoundly moved at times by the spirit that prevents us from giving in to the sense of defeat.  Life is precious.  Life is so short.  I learn that every day.  I don't want to feel defeated.  I don't want to shy away from the feelings either, because maybe then I'm just ignoring something that my body and nature and the world is trying to say.  When defeat comes my way, I hope to fight back... always!  -Erico