(((ArchAngel 0001))) - I'm sorry you're feeling very down and waited a bit for a reply. Are you separated from your wife and child - do you have visitation rights and have you spoke to a lawyer?? If not please get legal representation if this is a separation, to ensure you get your rights as a father. I understand this must be so hard for you.

Regarding your question - it's fine to hope/pray for a miracle...I've done this myself and felt frustrated that not much changed. The thing to remember is, sometimes God has other plans and doesn't give you exactly what you're asking for. Another fact is, sometimes bad breaks just happen and the best thing to do is roll with the punches. Hoping then feeling disappointed can make you feel worse. This means you need to take care of yourself for now and do your best to make sure you're doing all you legally can to see your child and perhaps to offer a reconciliation.

If you can't reconcile, then yes you'll grieve but you don't want it to ruin your life over this. You are entitled to your fatherly rights to see your child and should fight for that. So in a nutshell - yes its okay to hope for a miracle but its best to be realistic and have a plan of action...don't depend on just hoping. I'm sending you strong vibes and please hang in there. I've also suffered a devastating blow and I'm here to say...you will and can survive.