Lifelines

At this point in the day, I would like to give a friendly reminder to those around me. I am so grateful for my friends, family and lovers. You pull me up and poke me into place, you give me millions of reasons to be happy and you always find the best way to make a sad Yumi smile. Today I was reminded of how quickly other people come into play when even the smallest cry for help is heard.

I will always try to be there for you guys when the time comes.

Sincerely,

Miss Yumi

"Health is the first of all liberties"—Henri Amiel

Illustration for Bitten by a Wolf, Cicada March/April 2006