in the midst of the chaos, where every moment is a battle for survival, we find resilience in the most veiled quarters, like the paper boys back home. they shrug off the early morning cold and the weariness in their bones, delivering news from frontlines to doorsteps, embodying the spirit of perseverance. it's a testament to the strength found in routine, in the processes we often take for granted. they remind us that even when the world is in turmoil, there is a chance to begin from the start, to embrace the day regardless of its challenges. amidst the sound of gunfire and the urgency of foregoing danger, this thought offers a beacon of hope.