Without the darkness there is no light

A recent discussion on Facebook inspired me to post a comment.  I thought I should share it with my readers who don’t follow me on Facebook.

I have removed the names of the others in the discussion as a courtesy.

The topic of the discussion is apparent from my comment.

I embrace my darker side because I know that without it I am not a whole person physically and spiritually.
To be honest, all the "Love and Light" stuff make my stomach turn sometimes. Being a Pagan is far from nothing but fluff.
I must politely disagree with XXXXX on his statement that the Light is more powerful then the Darkness. Many times in history has the Darkness been forefront as well as the Light. It is a constant balancing act that must be to maintain. I do agree with XXXXXXXXX. I would add that when an individual denies the darkness that individual is denying a part of his/her self.
Celebrate the darkness and the light! Be part of both and be balanced.