I'm convinced prayers do work. I have a co-worker who has a young nephew (I think around 3 years old). The little fellow has been battling a rare and mostly terminal form of brain cancer for some time now. My friend received a phone call this week telling him that the family may need to move up their Christmas plans, because the little guy probably won't live until the 25th.

I lost my father on Dec. 15th of 1990, so I know the despair of losing a family member during this time of year.

I cannot imagine the pain of young parents facing this enormous loss at any time of year, but this month seems especially cruel.

I'd appreciate your kind thoughts to the Divine.

Thanks,

Freightdawg