What does he think of me?

Some time back, I was walking the boys into City Hall Plaza heading towards my office. There was some type of event going on which is usually the case in a truly public space. I've seen rallies, ethnic celebrations, a tented circus, farmers' market and many more. This time it was a small gathering, less than 30 people, milling around a podium waving a flag I didn't recognize. The speeches were all in a Slavic sounding language.

In a total panic, one of my guys pulls my hand and begs "Don't go up there!"

Last week we went to the circus. I explained there would be clowns, acrobats, animals, animal trainers and probably a ring leader. The same guy who worries that I will spontaneously lead Slavic chants in City Hall Plaza asked what a ring leader does. After explaining this leadership role I was asked, "are you the ring leader of the circus?"

What does this kid think of me?