Exchange

God, give to me her pain - even for a while.

But, in return, you must return to her her smile.

For a single smile on your face

I'd see millions perish in your place

since the twinkle in your eye
is a reason to be alive.

This I heard

Today, I heard an interview with the founder of the modern "This I believe" series. I searched, but could not find the audio from it.... They played an introduction from the original series* with Edward R. Murrow, which I found inspirational... and reminded me of a brave woman I know....
It reminded me of her courage...I recalled an essay I hope she submits... I hope that she writes for herself and that others may be allowed to be inspired by her musings. She is unique...If anyone ever hurt her...I would kill them, if she wanted.

*http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4566554