The Illusion of Us

The little girl's string of sweet, adoring calls quickly caught the attention of everyone passing by.

Many parents with kids shot envious glances at the gentle, well-behaved child. Someone whispered, "This kid is so thoughtful. If only mine could be this well-behaved."

But Clara, right at the center of all that warm attention, didn't even bat an eye. Her face was as calm as still water.

Too bad. P