Scare Bears

(I’m talking to two young customers about their stuffed animals with their aunt waiting behind them.)

Me: “So, what are you going to name your bears?”

Girl #1: *shrug*

Girl #2: “I don’t know yet.”

Me: “Oh, well, that’s okay.”

Girl #1: *very serious* “You know, my sister’s last name is Ross, but that’s not my last name. Do you know why?”

Me: “Uh… well, um. I’m not sure?”

(The aunt rushes over.)

Aunt: “Oh, sweetie! You should ask your mom that!”

Girl #1: “Oh… okay.” *walks away forlorn*