I turn away, say a quick prayer, collect myself, turn back and smile again. Such a simple thing, a smile. Our most valuable asset, I think at this moment. They recognize the Red Cross symbol, and Canadian flags everywhere. Grown-ups are exhausted, some seem moody.
Children are weary yet jubilant.
There are 12 newborns and 76 young children on this flight. We are kept busy. There are 44 fast-trackers to be processed. These are people who will reunite with family members living in Canada. They need paperwork, photos, I.D., quick medical check-ups, food.