She still seems suspicious even after his explanation, but a glance to Erling and she shrugs. "You should go to the moon. It's the most beautiful place in the whole wide universe. And then you can take me!"

"Theresa, stop pestering the poor man," Erling scolds gently, and then looks apologetically to Jim. "I'm sorry. Luna is better at making sure the kids remember to be polite." He bounces the boy in his arms who squeals happily at the motion. "Do you have your own children? Or nieces? Nephews?"