The Day a Restless Seven-Year-Old Changed the Way I See the World — One Flight, One Lesson, and a Little Patience

his first flight.”

“No problem,” I said, forcing a kind tone. But five minutes later, the gentle tapping became thudding.

The exhaustion that had been simmering for hours turned to frustration. I closed my eyes again, trying deep breathing and calm thoughts, but every jolt of my seat erased the effort.

Eventually, I turned again—less patient this time.continue reading …