what_child_and_sun_teach_me lostgirl this tough little soldier marches on as though there were no enemy afoot. and in a unique reversal of roles, he is my temporary pillar of strength today, such a gloomy, gray, mood- dampening day. i didn’t even notice that i wasn’t smiling, and also didn’t give a thought to how that little non-action might be affecting him. and then, this afternoon, mother nature helped us out. he noticed and acted immediately. “smile mama, the sun just came out!” so i did. i masked my fear, hid my tears, and perked the hell up, aided with my prayers and this child's ever-hopeful disposition. he seems to be stronger than me. though tomorrow may be a big day, today, we just smile and we play. 100519 what's it to you? who go blather from