right now it's already nearly midday on saturday. and the reclusive state, it happens to be the biggest holiday of the year, known as the day of the sun, honoring the country's founder, kim o -- il sung. there are giant likenesses everywhere. from childhood every north korean gets taught the mythic stories of their greatness. today's day of the sun sunday celebrations like so many in the past featured an elaborate parade to display the state's military capabilities. let's bring in our panel. ambassador nancy soderberg who worked with president clinton and as ambassador to the united nations. david sanger fresh off a trip covering the secretary of state in moscow. and part of the "new york times" team that we should add won a