I had chosen for this day the word: "You are the light of the world!" A few days ago, after I had trustingly brought all the pain to Jesus in my fear and helplessness and hoped that this difficult time had a meaning, I realized that love for other people could lead me out of this darkness. I directed my gaze away from myself. I began to look anew at the people I encountered. All of a sudden, something inside me that had bound me like a chain loosened. I tried to be extra understanding and patient with the kids in my class. I called my aunt, an elderly woman who has few contacts with other people right now. She told me so much! I also wrote to a colleague who is often full of worries about the future. The reactions touched me deeply. Actually, it was so simple, but I felt how important this warmth was for these people. When my colleague wrote to me at the end of our exchange, "I was so happy that you wrote to me. You are a real heart person." I was overwhelmed and happy.
