[ Clover doesn't catch him mumbling, so he's safe from her nagging. ]

It kind of is, isn't it? I could make it educational... point out the different parts of a pumpkin and plants, but there's something to be said about creative output. I'll leave it up to the kids if they want to learn while they cut.

[ She won't be the first one to admit it, but gutting things can be very therapeutic. ]