Dear you,

Yes, this you whose had a weary life.  This is for the you who feels about near the end and is wondering why in the world should I keep on keeping on.  This is for the you who can't sleep and who is worried about life, covered in anxiety, and wondering if you can stand up under it all.

This is for the you who is afraid that life doesn't hold too much.

Or maybe your afraid that it does.

Just breath.

Walk into the sun.

Dear you,

Yes you!

I'm starting this new thing for a new year.  It involves a short letter of encouragement because we always need to be encouraged when life is tough.

This week, I want to say, "You are loved."

We've all got our share of mistakes.  I've learned not to count mine anymore.

But no matter what you've done, the shame you feel, and the hurt that is piled up, you are ultimately loved.