A Passing Thought

There are some days where the news seems more than bad. It seems horrific and shocking and filled with tragedy. And we look for explanations, as if this will somehow make sense of the senseless and offer, if not comfort, than maybe a glimmer of understanding.

But often times, this doesn't come.

Rational people struggle to make sense of the irrational. Caring people struggle to understand the minds of the cruel. Sometimes, there are no answers to be had. Sometimes, there is only sorrow and confusion. And sometimes, there is only a profound sense of loss.

Everyday, the world is filled with tragic events, both big and small; both natural and man made. And once they've happened, nothing can make those events go away. But if your heart breaks over the pain of others, or if you struggle for answers where there are none, then thank God for you. Thank God that you cannot relate. Thank God for your compassion and your empathy. Thank God that you try to understand that which may not be understood.

The world is also filled with abundant beauty- even though it may be overwhelmed by the darkness of sorrow. Feeling the weight of this sorrow is the burden of having a loving and caring heart. But it is this same loving and caring heart that is also your gift.

We can't be, and shouldn't be, blind to the tragic events that will always occur. And there may be no answers. But remember, even when it is most difficult, especially when it is most difficult- there is beauty and hope in this world. And the beauty and hope exists because of people like you- people who carry it in their hearts, and pass it along to others.

And though it may be of no consolation in the dark times, recognize that this is what also allows you to see and feel the love and the joy of the many, many other times that are so bright and good.