I have a friend..

I have a friend who is so unreservedly brilliant I can hardly believe it. She is so elegantly unaware of her brilliance in a way that is admirable rather than pathetic; she does not dislike herself, but is more reluctant to believe the complimentary things that people tell her, as if not wanting to jinx the wonderful words frequently used to describe her. She is pretty, and funny, and brave. She stands up for things she cares about and refuses to let people hurt others. She is so inspirational and somehow she doesn't believe the impact that she has, or could have, on others. She is a writer; an artist; a poet. She is not afraid to show her intelligence. I think we could all afford to be a little more like this girl.