"No card, thank you," he said, waving a hand dismissively. He could not begin to think what he might say; any option that immediately came to mind was too saccharine, too cliched, or simply not what he wanted to convey. Such matters of sentiment were best left, he had found, to Zara, and her prowess could not be leaned upon now.
"My events and programs focus on the spiritual community," he said, blithely switching gears. "Particularly with regards to interfaith cooperation." He smiled, clearly at home with this topic and pleased at the opportunity to share it. "I feel it's important to embrace one's own faith and still accept and welcome others. To be an example of right behavior rather than just a public speaker. The fundraisers and events provide the capitol for our projects - cultural and religious education, primarily. Broadening worldviews." Navid laughed, his smile warm and bright. "I ramble, but it's a real love of mine."