As an American people, what is greatest about our history are the many times we have led this world away from hate, towards hope.
Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend - or a meaningful day.
Chocolate is not cheating! After a salty meal, you need a little bit of sweet. This is living, not cheating.