Comic #3860: wonder

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Panel 1: Text: "MY DAD ALWAYS TOOK ME OUT ON COLD CLEAR NIGHTS TO LOOK AT THE SKY." Image: A man with glasses holding a cup and looking up at the stars.

Panel 2: Text: "I CAN STILL HEAR HIM NOW." Image: The same man talking to a child.

Panel 3: Text: "'DON'T LOOK AT THE SPOT ON JUPITER!' HE'D SAY, 'IT LOOKS LIKE A NIPPLE, THE DEVIL'S GLAND!'" Image: The man looks animated while speaking.

Panel 4: Text: "THAT ALWAYS FILLED ME WITH WONDER." Image: The child looking up, processing the statement.

Panel 5: Text: "WHEN DO I GET TO MEET GRAMPA ANYWAY?" Image: The child asking a question.

Panel 6: Text: "WHEN YOU'RE OLD ENOUGH FOR HIM TO BE DEAD." Image: The man giving a straightforward reply while still holding the cup, looking at the child.

This comic captures a poignant but humorous exchange between a parent and child, focusing on memories and expectations.