RISING UP
I watched in awe as this young child toddled, very determined and passionate about taking the steps. Her mom called on and I could see the happiness on her face. When asked why she was so excited, she answered with another question, "don't you know there's nothing that beats seeing your child take his/her first steps or seeing them pronouncing their first words or being there for them when they need you most?" The child herself was not giving up, full of great energy, zeal and vigour, the excitement of walking towards her mother was written all over her. I became so carried away by this kid that I was smiling broadly and started clapping for her. She looked towards my direction and not for the first time fell, rising each time as well, sometimes with the extra help of the mother. I also noticed the direction of her hands, well placed in front of her belly, clapping all along, I guess it was to encourage herself. I visited few days later and I realised she had perfe