"Grandpa, what was that you taught me about the way the moon faces?"

"Ah, yes. When the horns of the moon point west, it's waxing, and when they point east, it's waning."

The boy scratched his head. "But I don't know where east and west are. How can I find out?"

"Well, have you ever noticed where the sun rises?"

"That way?" the boy replied, pointing toward the horizon.

The old man smiled. "Very good, kiddo! Now make a T with your arms and make sure your right arm points to where the sun rises."

The boy turned a little, following his grandfather's instructions attentively.

"That's east," said the old man.

"That's it? I don't have to wet my finger and hold it up?"

"No, that's for finding out where the wind is coming from."

"Okay," said the boy, a little embarrassed. "What else do I have to do now?"

"Keep your arms up, look straight ahead, and pay attention: in front of you is north, behind you is south, and to your left is west."

"And that's it? How cool! Now I know how to get to the North Pole!"

The old man chuckled. "Maybe someday. For now, I'd be happy if you could find your way south."

"Why?"

"Because that's where your bed is."