Based on a poem sent over via email from my dear friend Katerina. I hope I did justice to the verses.

2. So many souls with different faces In one world, but from many places We are all the same; can't you see Regardless of heritage; you and me

3. Look for the person inside, not out THAT is what this life is all about A choice between good or bad to make Each person decides which road to take

4. Those decisions create our society today On a self destructing path; sorry to say Too much evil lurks in this life Creating heartache and widespread strife

5. Prejudice and greed out of control The results of such, take their toll The wars and crime a direct result Our land destroyed only to be rebuilt

6. We all need to change for the world to endure Love one another, that is the cure Reach out a helping hand to others Strangers, friends, acquaintances, brothers, of sisters

7. Put aside those petty differences and hate Find a common ground in which to relate *Vinod dream of a world where peace is the norm People working together to weather the storm *Reference to Vinod can be found in a narration by Ninad Jog called, “A Curable Affliction”

8. Here is to the hope that one day it comes true A land of harmony for me and for you. Mother Teresa once said: “ A smile is the beginning of peace.”

9. Special thanks to Katerina Voutsara for emailing me the text.