Sometimes, there are days when many things are not going your way. Depression sets in. People may turn to family, to friends or even to vices, if all else fails. But what I have realized is that when this happens, it's a sign that you need to look beyond earthly realities and refocus on the eternal. 

Let the words of Our Lady of Guadalupe to St. Juan Diego inspire you to move forward and trust in Our Lord.

"Hear and let it penetrate into your heart, my dear little son. Let nothing discourage you. Do not fear any illness or vexation. Am I not here who am your mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? Are you not in the folds of my mantle, in the crossing of my arms? If there anything else that you need?"

Her words are enough to soothe you and make you feel whole and a like a child again with no worries in this life. Just trust.  

Amen.