“Oh, I have been very fortunate,” he said, nodding to himself. “Much to be thankful for. There’s not much I wouldn’t do over.” Suddenly he paused and looked squarely into my eyes. “I only have one regret, you know. The foolishness of youth…” We sat there for a moment, considering the gap of years and experience between us. “We all have regrets, Senator,” I said finally. “We just ask that in the end, God’s grace shines upon us.”
