I have never seen people the way most do. I do not say this to brag, it is merely the truth. I do not merely see their outer appearance. Maybe it is part of my gift; but I see their heart, their soul, so much more clearly. I see the best of them. This is not always a good thing, I have been hurt many times because it is hard for me to see the ugly side until it is too late; but I would never change that. I believe my empathy creates the ability to do this, but I also choose to do this. Not consciously, not all the time, but it is still a choice. I CHOOSE to see with my heart, feel with my soul. Yes, I get hurt sometimes, but the upside... the upside is beauteous. I know it is a little scary, but I KNOW if we look with our hearts, and feel with our souls, one little bit at a time we can create so much beauty and joy. It may not change the world, but it is a start. I know sometimes you feel like a caterpillar, but to me you are all butterflies. You are ALL beautiful. Love, Mishka.