Have you ever had one of those moments were a complete stranger so vividly reminded you of yourself?
I was at work today, and things needed to get done, and I didn't end up taking my lunch break until everyone else was already back. I sat there, in the cafeteria, alone -- observing the pigeons outside and the people inside. And there she was. Perhaps only four or five. Inquisitive yet well mannered. Full of eagerness and vitality. While ever so independent still yearning for the interest and respect of those around her. And she looked just like I picture myself at her age. And her mannerisms were so familiar.
Today I saw myself as I once was and perhaps as I still am.