There was a point in my life when I spent an inordinate amount of time in the school crosswalk. I gleaned a lot about people and life during that time.  The conversations were quick but I learned: it's ok to cry when your day has been hard; every mom forgets to pick up their child at least once; everyone needs hugs; smiles are important; cancer doesn't always kill and if you listen carefully to the people around you, you will learn something.  Thoughts should be shared.  These are some of mine.