“If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant: if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome.”

Reflects the spirit of not only Ms Bradstreet but the Plymouth colonists.

A lot to be said for the sentiment. I don't have to stick my finger in a light socket to enjoy a censorial existence that is not quite so shocking; while, opposition is usually a great teacher.

Adversity is the spice of experience, and with this experience greater joy to prosperity.