I wrote in September about a brave person whom I met at work, who is new to the US and how I hoped they had a good experience while in our country.

In part because of the events of this week, and after talking for a while to them over the months, I am now determined to actively assist in any way I can them having a positive time here.

I've been treated so well overall in other countries by people I've met, strangers most, that I feel an obligation to return some of that goodwill. And also it's a calculated attempt to remind our friends across the world that not all of us are the negative sterotypes you may think we are.

Most importantly though, I think that they're a good person whom I'd like as a friend, if they'll have me as one.

So I'm going to do what I can to help them if they need it, offer a view of my city from a local perspenctive if they want it, and just try make them come away with a great experience here, and want to come back, or stay.

Maybe some of it is a selfishness of wanting to feel good about being some good samaritan type, but I hope not. I know some people like to feel like some shining knight stepping in to save someone who can't help themselves. I certainly don't want that person to feel that way. I don't want to be pushy or intrusive with offering help, so I'm trying not to be too forward.

I want to help if they need it, and show that person all the reasons why I love the place I live in, so hopefully they can see it too. Or at least enjoy the attempt.

I hope I don't blow it.