To know me is to know I have an open heart and an open mind I see people as equals giving all a chance make my own opinions forming relationships with some along the way The ones who understand me will stay, while others may move on To understand me is to understand my tolerance and accept my choices to live and let live Empathy and integrity my companions along this journey of my life To know and understand this unchangeable and enduring part of me is to love me By: Shani Fassbender For the Member Contest: “Love Me Why?”