Stephen wisdom

The other day, Stephen approaches me...

"You know what, Mommy." (this is a normal occurrence because the boy loves to talk!)

"What, Buddy?"

"I think I want to die when I am still little."

"Really. (insert tone of surprise) Why?"

"Because I can't commit mortal sin when I am little, and then I can go straight to Heaven."

"Wow, well that is a good idea!"

He has really been listening to our religious discussions lately! I have to admit, this one caught me off guard. I had no idea how to respond!