I have a friend who lives on the South Coast
He was once a soldier who lost his nerve
When in battle
And requested a favour from God
If I remain alive I will sacrifice the first living thing that crosses my path when I return to my home
He expected it to be his elderly dog
But his youngest daughter was the first to greet him and the dog had died some days previously
The soldier did not sacrifice his youngest daughter but offered his sight instead
This was accepted
My friend still has his sight but is expected to return it to its rightful owner when he dies
Which is sad as he will not be able see the glories of his heaven