Finding Hope

Jeremiah 17:7 from the King James Version of the Bible
"Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is."

I know that trusting in Him is easier said than done. However, He does bless us and comfort us. As one wise person told me one day, "by not letting Him take your pain away, you are telling Him that you know better than He does."

Since my aunt's passing on December 31, 2009, my life took a downward spiral. I was very close to her and I miss our talks over the phone very much.

It is painful for me to think of her and to think of all the great memories we shared. Depression seems to be my constant companion.

My daughter suggested I write a poem about my aunt to ease my pain. I did, but it only brought more tears to my eyes. My feelings of helplessness and hopelessness did not fade away.

After weeks of gloom, I have come to the realization that my depression will not bring her back but will only tear me down even more.

Because of this, I have decided to start a daily blog with scriptural and/or inspirational notes and/or anything else positive I might be able to find/create. I might even include a joke or two.

My hope is that this blog will slowly help me emerge from the depths of despair and that it will help anyone else out there in need of comfort, hope, and a smile.