Pumpkins and Grandparents

A conversation with Ella last week

Ella: Mom, do pumpkins grow on trees?

Me: No, Ella. They grow along the ground like the zucchini plants in our garden (which are dead).

Ella: If Grandpa was here, he could come and fix our garden all up good.

Me: Isn't Grandpa is the best?

Ella: Wouldn't it be great if he and Grandma moved to our house and lived with us forever?

Me: Wow! That would be fun.

Ella: (said in a somber voice) I think I'm going to cry. I miss them soooo much.

Sweet, sweet Ella. She has a heart of gold. I reminded her that we would be seeing them very soon and not to worry. I love that the holidays are fast approaching. I can't wait!