A friend's young 17 year old daughter decided to end her life, this past weekend. This has caused me to stop and reflect upon, what would cause anyone to feel so hopeless, and helpless in the very beginning of the best part of life. I don't know what brought this beautiful young woman to this place of lost hope, but in trying to understand : I hope that every day that I can make someone's life seem brighter or better. I hope that I may never contribute to another's pain or sorrow.........I want to be "there" when someone needs anybody to say, "I'm sorry you are having a bad day, please be strong; it always gets better."
Life is so difficult at times, but it ALWAYS comes with brighter days, and happier moments and the end result of enduring our trials will always be eternal joy, beyond any imagination.
We have had some long hard struggles that have taken one of our children near death, on several occasions. How blessed I feel that we still have this beautiful child in our lives, and that at this time, our child is feeling joy, and purpose once again in their life.
To all of the parents, who have struggling children, my prayers are with you every day. I pray for peace in your souls and joy in your hearts....and for safety and peace for your children. This is a difficult and lonesome road, most of the time, for parents and families. I do know, that our Saviour, Jesus Christ, is mindful of our pain and that He will make it up to us, if we turn to Him and remain faithful.
I feel joy in my soul today, that I had forgotten was possible. I am grateful for my family, for my beliefs, for my friends and for all of the beauty that surrounds me every single day!
