For me, I won’t let it end
For times, happy and sad,
Setbacks and breakthroughs,
Or the road winding uphill & down,
Teach that storms don’t last forever
Thus nothing will cheat me out of this life

I remember the smiling faces of loved ones
I remember good food, the free air,
I remember blue skies & windy rain,
I recall all that ever made me smile and live
And if I can grant them one thing in return;
It would never be to take my precious life

Contentment is not about
Possessions but gratification,
It’s happiness in little deeds of love
In faith, family, friendship, and hope

I believe that hope is life,
That days turn to nights
And nights return the favor,
I learn that nothing is permanent
That even the setting sun will rise

Now that life is a gift to cherish,
Why should I lose it for futile naught?

Comment

People who have survived a suicide attempt say they regret their actions. It’s hard to read about the rising suicide rates worldwide. Unfortunately, many believe that suicide is the best way to escape life’s troubles. I agree that it’s easy to think there’s nothing to live for when we lose someone close, a job, or something precious. It’s simple to feel that the world has no purpose when we are bullied or fail in life’s pursuits. Even if that’s true, we can always practice restraint, faith, and hope. These two virtues can move mountains and turn around problems.

Please reach out, encourage, and help those around you. Check on your neighbors and colleagues, visit your friends, and call or text someone today. Show care and interest in others. Smile, share what you have, and live a humble life of service. Let us spread love and hope.