aside from the election...i've been thinking about a dear friend of mine who's recently stepped into a relationship. i've been thinking of her because she is happy, and i have for so long prayed and willed for her happiness. i saw some photos of her at a wedding recently, and it brought tears to my eyes because happiness is written all over her face...it's in the sparkle of her eyes, the brilliance of her smiles, and the glow of her countenance, and though i have always thought her to be beautiful, her beauty seems to overwhelm now. =)