Problem: The wide sleeves of the black shihakushou gently fluttered in the air as the long arms swung back and front , the large hands still coarsely callused as ever . The footsteps were as always firm and steady , contrast to the almost hesitant - looking pace he walked up the stairs at . Nothing had changed yet at the same time , everything had changed .

Why is the subject of the narrator 's dialogue showing clear exertion and movement ?

A: The subject is preparing for conflict .

Problem: And as I enjoyed my evening stroll with Josh , the answer came to me : they are afraid for us because they do not understand our life . Simple living is anything but easy -- the hours are long and the workload is stacked . The payout is what is so huge and lasting .

What may be a plausible fact about me ?

A: I live on a commune .

Problem: The weight of having to watch another child endure painful tests and procedures . The weight of knowing the judgement and ridicule he would one day probably have to face . For a child that has been through much already , it was so welcome to lift something from his plate .

What is going on with the child ?

A:
The child has a deformity