it makes me happy

Dennis spied my glass of Coke Zero a few minutes ago and said "what's that, Mommy?" and I told him. He said "what does it do?" and rather than explaining the intricacies of caffeine and they joy of a good carbonated beverage, I replied "it makes me happy!". Then I scooped him up and said "do you know what else makes me happy? DENNIS does!" and I covered his face with kisses. He laughed and then sat in my lap and said "I'm sad, Mommy." I expressed the proper concern and he said "yes, I'm sad--I need some Coke Zero to make me happy" and then he grabbed the glass and took a drink and said "it worked! I'm happy now!". As I was laughing at his quick wit, he said "you know what else makes me happy?" and I asked what and he said "Pop! Pop makes me happy!". I hope I remember to tell Dad!