A rare serious moment.

This is tragic.

My heart goes out to Alice Swanson's family and friends.

It's a shame that, in internet space, she will be linked to that article. So, here are links to the organizations and causes she worked for. It's the least a blogger can do.

Middle East Institute
International Research and Exchanges Board

They are organizations that are fighting against the ignorance and intolerance that have torn our world apart. Someone has to, and we are poorer for their loss.