Culture and Stuff

Sam: I noticed that one of your friends had a scythe at the Halloween parade this morning. I thought weapons weren't allowed. (mumbles) Maybe that's not really a weapon. But it's pointy.

Jarrah: What's a scythe?

Sam: I guess he was the Grim Reaper.

Jarrah: Grim Reaper? What does that mean?

Sam: Well, it's...another name for Death.

Jarrah: WHAT?

Sam: (giggles)

Jarrah: WHAT'S SO FUNNY?

Sam: I'm just thinking about that Monty Python sketch.

Jarrah: WHAT?

Sam: You know, when the people are eating the Salmon Mousse and the Grim Reaper knocks on the door.

Jarrah: WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT? WHY DOES THE GRIM REAPER KNOCK ON THE DOOR?

Sam: "Hello?" "I am Death." "Who is it, darling?" "It's a Mr. Death or something? He's come about some reaping?" "I don't think we need any at the moment. Ask him if he wants some sherry." (more giggles)

Jarrah: WHY IS THAT FUNNY?

Sam: Well, it's just...it's British. I love British humor.

Jarrah: WHAT IS IT?

Sam: It's just...you know...well, you watch Dr. Who with Daddy. You know British humor.

Jarrah: Only the Doctor is British. The others are regular.

Sam: Oh. I didn't know that.

Jarrah: Why is he called the Grim Reaper?

Sam: I...don't actually know. And now that I think about, I'm not sure what he does with the scythe.

Jarrah: What's a scythe?

Sam: It's a...curved blade thing. On a stick.

Jarrah: What's it for?

Sam: Well, anyway...the parade! So cute! Loved that candy corn witch!