““Papa told me if you ever get lost, the stars can get you home.” Jake nodded. “That’s right. Your papa was a very smart man.” “And he promised me a train for Christmas. Which isn’t long from now!” Aletta didn’t say anything but could feel Jake’s attention shift in her direction. “Remember what I said about Santa this year, Andrew. He’s going to be very busy. So we must be grateful for whatever gift is under the tree for us.” “Yes, ma’am.” Then Andrew leaned toward Jake. “But mine’s gonna be a train,” he whispered.””
