"I will turn their mourning into joy, I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow." Jer 31:13

I was saddened by the news of a 9-month old baby girl that passed away yesterday from complications from an incurable disease. Her name was Jori Ann & her family lives in our town. I never met her, but her existence and daily struggles touched my heart. I can't help but think of her when I look at little Ian running around and know how blessed we are to have such a healthy family. I can't even imagine their loss right now and I pray for their strength during this time of grieving and pain.

May God's graces pour out on them for what they have struggled with and may they know that their loss saddens Him as well. I can't help but think that today's rain is His way of saying that His tears are pouring out upon us all at the loss of such a beautiful baby, whose eyes were big and a beautiful shade of blue. May she rest in peace and intercede for all of us who need the comfort and trust to understand what is planned for us all.