This was a very sweet story, and certainly appropriately timed for the season.
My favorite part was actually in the beginning, with the thought that if there is a heaven, that it's open to everyone, regardless of the planet you are from. That your God is inclusive, and that everyone needs guidance, love, and support. Happy thoughts in the face of the current negativity in the world. Of course, the Flying Spaghetti Monster embraces everyone with His Noodly Appendages as well.