“What’s that, Mommy?” asked Jackie. “Are you and Daddy smoking a cigarette?”

“No, baby,” said her mother. “This is a joint. It’s made of marijuana.”

“Mar-a-whahh?” Jackie asked sleepily.

“Marijuana,” smiled her dad, “is a plant.”

“How about we go on a bike ride tomorrow,” said her mom, “and I’ll tell you all about it?”

“Okay,” said Jackie.