"I believe in the sun, even when it rains." ~Anne Frank

There are so many troubling occurrences in the world today, locally, in communities, in our nation and globally.

The universe is filled with polar opposites that ultimately make up a whole; such as day and night, sun and moon, hot and cold, life and death, love and fear. Opposite forces that may be in tension but are not separate from one another,  rather inextricably connected. One cannot exist without the other.

When I feel disheartened by the travesties that occur each day, I am heartened to think of all the unsung heroes who quietly bring light into our world through generous acts of caring.

One such caregiver comes to mind and a family member had this to say, “I appreciated how she would sit bedside with my mother to talk, pray, and hold her hand when she was in pain or not feeling well. The prayers and positive companionship, as well as the excellent care she received, had a positive impact on her spirit as she helped my mom keep a strong connection with God in her last months. She would sing in French in a soft soothing voice so that her home and even the dogs would become calm and peaceful.”

Ordinary human beings with an extraordinary capacity to share their creative gifts  for the benefit of others. These “caregivers of wonder” bring light where there is suffering, kindness amid despair and a listening heart where there is discord.

There are many faith traditions, spiritual paths and names for God but they all lead to One unifying force; Love.  

Do not lose heart.

Liz Sorensen Wessel
Watercolor by ~liz