Then one night, when everyone except the nurses had gone home, the man said to God,“Remember when I was a boy and I told you all the things I wanted?”
“It was a lovely dream,”said God.
“Why didn't you give me those things?”asked the man.
“I could have,”said God.“But I wanted to surprise you with things you didn't dream of.”
“I suppose you've noticed what I've given you:a kind, beautiful wife;a good business;a nice place to live;three lovely daughters—one of the best packages I've put together……”