Four Candles

Once upon a time an Advent wreath had all its four candles burning. It was so quiet in the room that you could hear the candles talk.The first one groaned and said,” My name is, Peace, my light shines but people don’t care much about me, and the light got dimmer eventually it died off completely.The second candle flickered and said,” My name is, Believe, but I’m unnecessary; people don’t care about God anymore! Why should I keep on burning?’ There was a sudden draft and blew the candle out.Sadly the third candle introduced her self and said’” my name is, Love, my strength is gone, I can no longer burn. No one really cares about me, I’ve been pushed around. People are so self centered that they don’t care about anybody any more! And so the third candle died too.Then a child came into the room and noticed that three of the four candles have been blown out. The child was close to tears and said,” Shouldn’t all of you candles be burning and lighten up the room?The fourth candle answered softly and said,” Don’t be afraid, as long as I’m burning I can light up the other candles. And please don’t you ever forget my name; my name is “Hope” The Child then took the burning candle and lightened up again the three snuffed out candles. No matter how tough life may be, never ever give up your hope!Hope you have a peaceful, First Advent.