rain

We have had a lot of rain in San Diego lately. And by a lot, I mean about a fifth of what Seattle and Vancouver normally get.

Ada has noticed the rain and is a little perplexed. Almost every night this week we've had the following conversation:

Ada: "Why is it raining"

Either Elliot or I: "Well the clouds were full so they are letting out some water to make more room."

"Why?"

"Well the sun shines on the water and brings it up into the sky, and the clouds can only hold so much water."

"Why?"

"Well, they are only so big. Plus the water helps things grow."

(after a series of other Why questions)

Ada: "But why is it raining in San Diego? It rains a lot in Seattle, but not in San Diego."

I swear, we aren't brainwashing her.