So That’s What They’re For
Claire went to a museum today with her friend Ava (6) and Ava’s mom, Anita. When Claire and Ava take car trips together, they always have interesting conversations, and today was no different. The topic was the Tooth Fairy, and Ava, (who has lost several teeth) said to Claire… ” I wonder what kind of tooth fairy you will have, Claire. The kind that leaves the tooth under your pillow, or one who will take it.” This lead to the consideration of what the tooth fair does with all those tiny teeth.
Ava felt that the fairies use them to build little houses for themseves. Claire had another notion…
“I think they take them up to God. He’s getting really old, and needs teeth to eat.”
Ava considered this idea. Claire, concluded “I think he must be really hungry, Ava”