I came upon a doctor who appeared in quite poor health. I said, “There’s nothing that I can do for you that you can’t do for yourself.” He said, “Oh yes you can. Just hold my hand. I think that that would help.” So I sat with him a while then I asked him how he felt. He said, “I think I’m cured. No, in fact, I’m sure. Thank you, Stranger, for your therapeutic smile. Conor Oberst