When Tragedy Hits

In the wake of the Boston marathon bombing, I thought it would be nice to spread some optimism in light of a tragedy.
It seems today that attacks and other devastating, and highly unnecessary, tragedies are facing this country. I have heard a lot of people say that they are losing faith in humanity. While it might seem like the world is falling down around us, it really is not.
It takes 10 good deeds to over shine 1 bad incident. There are miracles and good, positive acts that are happening each and every day but yet our nation tends to only see and dwell on the bad. We put on blinders to the good and concentrate on the worse. It is not the time to lose faith in humanity, but yet to open our eyes and recognize the helpers, heroes, and the do-gooders in our nation.

I have found this site to be very helpful. Good World News It not only tells you the good news happening in America, but in many different countries. 

There are many stories that will bring a smile to anyone's face. One of things found on this site is a pep talk from the Kid President. 

We are all on the same team and it is time we start acting like it. This is your time, this is my time so let's do something about it! Let's create something that will make the world awesome, something that will make the world better. 

Now I am not saying that this, or other attacks, are helpful or positive. In fact we should be upset and sad to see the situation that our nation is facing. But instead of complaining and being frightening, it should be a time to join together and make a difference. I think it is so important to recognize those people who need help and to be a friend. Many of the attacks today could have easily been prevented if people were proactive and reached out, said hello, or simply asked if they were okay.

I have seen this image floating around on facebook and other various places and I think it's a good reminder. 

There are many caring people in the world. It is hard to not sit and dwell on the disasters and attacks that we are becoming more frequently acquainted with. I challenge myself to find the good in humanity and to see our society with new eyes. Eyes that recognize a person in need, eyes that see when someone is distressed, eyes that realize when someone needs a friend.
Although it is heart-breaking, it is in times like this that we need to come together and strive for a better future and to remember that we are always in God's hands.

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” 
-John 16:33