Warriors Don't Cry Reflection

           "God's warriors don't cry, 'cause they trust that he is always by their side." These words were said to Melba by Grandma India right after Melba broke down when she realized that her life was changing and would never be the same again. Grandma India tells her that she is going to have to be tougher then the average teenager if she was going to get through this year at Central High School.
           This idea would have to be echoed by all those at Central and across the country that were fighting this same fight that Melba currently was. At this point, Melba's grandmother seems to be the only person who really understands the importance of the struggle that currently surrounds Melba and the Little Rock Nine.
           Grandma India gets her strength from her faith. She tries to teach others that they can find strength through these trying times by seeking out the Lord. This is shown clearly when she calls Melba "God's warrior." This quote sets up the whole context for the book and possibly foreshadows what will be Melba and the rest of the the Little Rock Nine's driving force: their faith.