Is there any sorrow like unto my sorrow?

One of my earliest memories is going to St. Mary's Church in DC and looking up at the Pieta statue. These word from the Book of Lamentations were written at the base of the statue. I think they must have been added later than the original statute because after the church restoration they don't appear anymore but they had their effect. Meditating on the grief of Our Lady and of God on Good Friday is a strong rope to grab onto when I feel anxious.

Jason Jenicke isn't my favorite modern painter but he does a very good job with this painting.