“They’re so cute!”
Looking into a giant glass terrarium at her small colony of pets within, a little girl tugs on her father’s sleeve to get his attention.
“I know, dear. They’re very cute. Now get tucked in, it’s getting past your bedtime,” the father says.
“But Daddy!” The little girl begs, peering back at the many small creatures inside. “Can’t I watch them play just a little bit longer? Look! Aw, look Daddy! Those two are loving each other!”
“Come on now, little girl. You’ve stayed up late enough. Time for bed.” He says, lifting his daughter up as he hoists her into her sleeping space.
“Okay, okay.” The girl sighs, watching her father place the wide veil over the terrarium to cover it. “See you guys tomorrow!” She shouts gleefully at her tiny creatures.
Kissing her on the snout, the father tucks the little girl in and turns off the light.
“Good night, little munchkin. I love you.” He says, closing the door until it’s just slightly cracked.
“I love you too Daddy.” The girl replies. Waiting until her father is gone, she lifts her head and peers at the glass dome.
“I love you guys too,” she whispers, closing her eyes before slowly drifting asleep.
How the World Should Work 