the Earthman

So, on the bike ride in this morning, Ivy asks, "Daddy, why did the Earthman make it so windy today?" To which I replied, "Good question. " We rode in windy silence for a little while, and then I asked, "What about the Earthwoman? What does she do?" To which Ivy replied matter-of-factly, "She makes it rain." "Oh, right," said I. Then I had to ask, "Do they have any children?" "Of course, Dad. Harriet and Amanda." "Right, thanks Ivy."

(About the obvious safety violation . . . Most days they do wear those helmets they are holding. I swear they do.)