part of the Ferris wheel. And dad would immediately tickle me on my side so I would be forced to open up my eyes. Then he said, 'Open up your eyes Althea, don't be afraid, be brave and face all the challenges in life.' And after I was able to open my eyes he continued saying, 'You know Althea, life is just like a big Ferris Wheel, sometimes you're at the highest level and sometimes you're at the lowest. But whichever level you belong, remember that it has an inherent big responsibility for yourself and for your fellow men. You should learn how accept it and fulfill it with all your heart and soul.

          And then he would gently embrace me kissing me on the head. From below, mom would happily look up to us eating her cotton candy. She really liked cotton candies. I had a very happy childhood Xando, until that dreadful day came; I lost both my parents in one day.