In the entry below about The Kite Runner, I referenced Karzai, the president of Afghanistan. Most of us know him as an interesting character, but not much more. Read about his achievements here:

http://www.achievement.org/autodoc/page/kar0bio-1

I am astonished about the man’s courage and dedication.

I am humbled, as I recognize he is a year younger than I am. I have never been in harm’s way, never had to put my life on the line for anything.

I have had it very easy.