"I looked in the mirror as I washed my hands ... and--fearing the worst--found myself thinking how beautiful I looked tonight. It is a feeling I have never had before, and it left me somewhat dazed. No, I don't think I would win any beauty contests, but for once, I didn't focus on the blemishes, which I am sure are still there. Maybe I can yet come to be at peace with myself, on the outside and on the inside. May we all find that balance, to see ourselves as beautiful, radiant children of the Most High God. ... How would it be?" ~~A young mother
