We cannot lift another unless we’re on higher ground.
As a human being, I sometimes find myself at the bottom of the pit and unable to write uplifting messages for this blog site. But there is one faithful reader among you who just won’t allow me to wallow in my mire of misery for a long time. She consistently asks me why she hasn’t received any updates by midweek if I fail to post my entry by Tuesday—and for that I am most grateful!!! Her reminders give me a reason to pull myself up from whatever puddle I am in and work my issues out so I could get back up and get going. This morning she sent me this note which I’d like to share with the rest you. This may come as a surprise to her but I will keep her identity confidential so as to protect her privacy. She wrote:
“Good mornin’. May the Lord bless you with a bright day today! You know what? When I’m feeling low I kneel down and pray and ask [Father] to help me with all my burdens. And God gives me wisdom. If I’m too stressed because of my household chores, I take a break then eat some sweets. You know what my favorite is? Flat Tops! It only costs 1 peso each. It really works for me plus I do some inhaling and exhaling and think that I am beautiful or any [other] positive things. Oops, I know you’re smilin’, but it’s true and not a joke. And put in your mind that God always wants us to be happy. And because I love you, I want you to be happy just like when I’ve first known you…”
How grateful I am for people around us such as my sweet friend!!! Her words provided the lift that I very much needed today. And perhaps some of you could benefit from her wisdom as well. Kneel down and look up when our burdens become heavy to carry. Keep working hard despite the stresses of life but remember to take chocolate breaks! (Yes!) Think positive thoughts and remember who we are—beautiful sons and daughters of a loving Heavenly Father who watches over us and only wants nothing but our happiness. And finally, keep loving and sharing that love with others!!!
Have a great weekend everybody! 
Hey there Ate Cherry,
I’ve been a follower too ever since you started this blog. I noticed you didn’t post yesterday. Whatever it is, “keep on keeping on,” right?
Ping
Hey Ping!!! What a pleasant surprise!! Thank you!!! Yes, you’re right! Thanks for reminding me to keep on keeping on!!! Sometimes I just forget.
Love and miss you!!! 
Hi Cherry,
Your friend is right. You are a light to most people who read your blogs. So whatever it is that prevents you from posting your blog, consider it a challenge and God’s way of molding you into a perfect diamond.
I would also like to acknowledge Edwin and the others whose photographs regularly appear here that their art is a source of inspiration and a reminder that God is the creator of all these beautiful landscapes.
Kudos to you guys!
All the best,
Noemi
Thanks for your kind words, Noemi. And yes, I’m also grateful to all my friends who allow me to use their photos on this blog. I think they’re awesome!
Oh yes, me too meine liebling tochter! Cheer up, and let me share with your burden, whatever it is. Just meer writing to Mom would lighten it up- I do also miss very much your writings …remember to remember this passage…..this too will come to pass.
I love you and stay lovely…and spiritual as you are.
Liebe Grüsse von Mom
Ich liebe Dich auch, Mutti. Danke.
just pray…..
Thanks, Ernest.
Yes Cherry . it is really true and I always find comfort in your blog , the thing is for right now I don’t have internet , I can only read my mails if I am able to go to my sister in-laws other house I hope next week I will have already my internet . Love you . Momy marci
Hopefully you have your internet access back by now, Mommy Marci. Thanks for your comment. Love you, too!
Hi,
Thank you for the great quality of your blog, each time i come here, i’m amazed.
Thanks.
Cherry,
You’re surely giving us always a brighter day to start with everytime we read those inspiring messages posted in the blog. No doubt that we enjoyed the sharing of uplifting thoughts. So common, be of good cheer. Let us fill this world with heavenly dews of knowledge.
We are endowed with a gift which can alleviate the suffering of mankind. That gift is commonly present to all but is neglected by many when selfishness, greed and pride ate their hearts. Well, love coupled with understanding is a plaudible act to release one person burden. Another antedote, is doing things in the Lord’s way. The ultimate remedy is the Gospel. It is where we can get all the answers to our problems.
A mind set of loving our neighbors is so important to portray a christlike life of helping others. As Pres. Monson said “Help others in their race of life. Remember that when you help another up a mountain, you are a little nearer the top yourself.”
Dan
Thanks for your comment, Bro. Mendoza.