God,

i am cursed with the need to understand important things. i would rather be stupid and unquestioning. i hate my handicap, and if there's anything You could do about it, i'd really appreciate it. i'm purposely not being careful what i pray for, so if You are thinking about sparing me some potential regret by not granting my request, please reconsider.

thank You for Valerie. please help me to be a blessing in her life, and not a curse.

amen