I just read an inspiring story written at Back to the Bible by Elizabeth Elliot. It really makes one take a step back and look at life and how we interpret it. Things may seem bleek and dreary, but is it really? You can go here to read the story:
http://www.backtothebible.org/index.php/devotions/authors/elisabeth_elliot.html

Due to copy righted material, I was not able to post the actual story on here. The story is titled: In a Hospital Waiting Room. Be lifted!!!