Outside smoking. Two brothers exit the corner bodega after getting an afternoon snack. The younger, 3 or 4, is babbling contently. The older, 11 or 12, listens amused with a half smile on his face as he struggles with opening a candy bar.
Younger Brother: Is that your truck?
Me: (surprised) No. It's a, it's a church van.
Older Brother: (grins) He loves trucks.
Me: (grins back)
Younger Brother: I do too!
Older Brother: (shrugs)
They walk off and the kid continues to talk excitedly and his brother continues to patiently listen. Two kids on a beautiful spring afternoon going home with a sweet treat.
Yes. The world can be cruel. There are tragedies, injustices, and enraging things happening every day. It can be frustrating and heartbreaking. But there is also love and kindness. There is also joy. As long as you keep yourself open to it.
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