Hmm... well, you know what's better than staying in one spot? [This is directed at the younger boy who shakes his head.] Being up high so you can see further! You want to ride on my shoulders?

[The child seems to consider this with a concerned frown, then a firm nod. Mercy's smile is gentle and wide as the boy holds his arms up and Mercy reaches down to lift him and set him on her shoulders. She doesn't mind when he puts his sugar-sticky fingers atop the white cloth tied atop her head. That's what washing is for, and it's so easy here!

She holds out a hand to Junior.]

Come on, Big Brother, lets see if we can find what's been lost. You let me know if you see your Mama and Papa up there, inchworm. I can head us that way.