The New Adventures of Matt & Mandy

Illustrations by Maryn Roos

What’s going on?

Shhh! Let’s go talk in my room.

Don’t you think Mom and Dad have been acting weird lately?

Yeah. Sometimes when I come into the room they stop talking.

Last night when I got up for a drink of water—I mean, it was really late— they were in the kitchen whispering and looking at some papers.

I tried to find out what’s going on. The other day I asked Mom if she’s mad at me. Or if somebody’s sick or something.

What did she say?

She said nobody’s sick, I’m not in trouble, and nothing’s wrong. Of course I didn’t ask if you are in trouble …

You’re so funny.

C’mon, didn’t she tell you anything?

She said there’s nothing to worry about. They just aren’t ready to talk about it yet. I still don’t know what’s going on, but I kinda feel like everything’s OK.

Why?

Well, for one thing, I believe Mom. Plus, I’ve been praying about it, and … I dunno … I just feel more peaceful.

Kids, could you two come in the kitchen for a minute?

We know you’ve been wondering what’s going on. Well, now we can finally tell you the exciting news.

(To be continued next month.)