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Not having it because you choose not to have it and not having it because you're not given a choice are definitely two separate matters.

Two very separate matters.

But it really shouldn't matter that much. I should always keep my eyes on the goal. Always have the right perspective on things. What matters is what's at the heart of it all, not the trappings and perks that surround it (or supposed to surround it).

Tsk tsk.