We have all felt moments when our failures seem to let us down and those around us. But, what if those cracks and flaws also had the power to make life beautiful. This story weaves together a folk tale from India with personal stories from my life and the lives of my ancestors. Through that journey, I hope to remind all of us that we are each cracked, broken, flawed, and failing. We are also trying. . . And that is beautiful. If these stories spark any memories or stories of your own, please share them with someone. And if you have enjoyed this set of braided tales, please consider donating to support more story creation. Search for “Mo Reynolds” on www.buymeacoffee.com and get an online shout out. Donate more than $10 and get a Mo Reynolds sticker and a thank you note in the mail. Keep sharing stories!!