i really don't think there are more "bad" things that happen. I just think they may have more of a lasting impact on us because we've become accustomed to hearing all about good news and such. I don't mean CBS Evening news. I'm talking about our every day lives. There are so many things in my life that I'm thankful for and I try not to take that for granted.
There's this kid I used to drive to school with every day my 10th grade year and he was the most pessemistic person I ever met or heard of in my life. He NEVER had anything good to say. If you don't trust me, here...read his xanga page. Go to a few entries back for a better idea of what the heck goes on in his head. You would think this kid would commit suicide, but in reality, he never would because he's a big pussy that probably couldn't get through half the plan without throwing up or taking a visit to the doctor's office.
http://www.xanga.com/chicosayswooo