Fears and Tears

Last weekend was Divine Mercy Sunday, which always falls after Easter. It is one of my favorite celebrations of the Church, because I especially feel the love and mercy of God being poured out upon me and the whole world.

It was a rainy day, and I felt like God was literally pouring His love over me. I have felt a great heaviness and sadness as the one year anniversary of my dad’s death grows closer. The grief is heavy, and I have lately shed a lot of tears because of the loss.

I also have great joy and memories that I hold onto, which give me consolation. But still, the pain is there.

I know that I am not alone in my suffering, and that the Lord is close to me. I am grateful to the Lord for His care and comfort and I fall into His open arms, like a little child, and weep.

He tells me, “My daughter, I am always here for you, I love you, be at peace.” I whisper to Him, Thank you, my Lord and my God, I trust in You. Amen.