So Gloria talked with the Lord and said something like this: “The Bible says ‘Children are a heritage from the Lord.’ Would You give me eighteen years so I can care for him until he’s able to fend for himself?” They believe they’re ministers for the Lord, and, though it’s not on the menu, comfort is their specialty dish. I want to salute my friend Gloria and all such hidden heroes who reach out and serve up kindness and comfort wherever it’s needed. Jabe Nicholson of Starkville, an author and publisher, fears using so much tact he doesn’t make contact.