Look for the spark

What do you think about when someone gives up? Do you think "Well they never would have succeeded" or "Well they gave it a good try"? What if that someone is a person that you care about? Somehow the reactions change.

This week I watched two people that I care about give up. It wasn't the first time although I pray it will be the last. I've had friends give up dreams, others recovery. A co-worker walked out of work without giving any kind of notice. And a man who held my heart gave up on life.

What struck me is how familiar the road seems.

The obstacle

so large

so insurmountable

help is asked for

help is given

but somehow not enough

or not the right kind

help is begged for

but still no solution

decisions are made

bargains

promises

sparks of hope

but the blindness has set it

no turning back

one more try

then they are gone

Everyone feels like giving up sometimes. Everyone has obstacles and fears. I don't know what makes one person keep going while another gives up. Maybe it's being able to see that spark of hope in the darkness. Maybe it's knowing that someone believes in you. Whatever it is for you, don't lose sight of it and never stop fighting.