I was reminded today of how important it is to remember that things will get better. Yes, there are times when you feel like you won't smile again or laugh again. If you are in one of those times right now, I hope you'll hold on to the reality that the Savior is the "high priest of good things to come" (Hebrews 9:11). As dark as it now seems, light is coming. As heavy as it now feels, help is on its way.

The Lord knows you. He doesn't see as others see. He knows your painful past. He understands why you respond the way you do. In fact, He knows everything about you and absolutely adores you. There are great things in store for you - keep your head up so you don't miss them.