Inspiration

When a man pulled two guns on convenience store clerk Wazir Jiwi and demanded money, Jiwi asked how much he wanted for one of the guns. He said $100, which Jiwi paid him. Then Jiwi offered to buy the second gun. The robber handed it over, grabbed the cash and headed for the exit. But Jiwi had pushed a button under the counter that automatically locked the door.

"The thief turned to me and asked what was going on," Jiwi says. "I told him to bring the money back and I would let him go. He brought the money back, and I opened the door."

"You fearful saints fresh courage take, the clouds you so much dread are big with mercy and will break in blessings on your head."

- Anonymous

The shipwrecked mariner had spent several years on a deserted island.

Then one morning he was thrilled to see a ship offshore and a smaller vessel pulling out toward him.

When the boat grounded on the beach, the officer in charge handed the marooned sailor a bundle of newspapers and told him,

"The captain said to read through these and let us know if you still want to be rescued."

"Those who play on fear, who practice the politics of division, who fuel nationalistic fervor, and who incite violence and hate are strengthened by ignorance and public resignation."

– Dr. Samantha Nutt