( he can't come into contact with shiny glowy green rocks, for one. he doesn't match well with magic. . doesn't like city life much. most of that seems a little weird to bring up suddenly in conversation, so he doesn't. especially the green rocks part. )

Tractors're for pulling equipment! Mostly my dad and I use them to help move soil around. . We have one of those uh, those things that you pull behind tractors that help the dirt. I forget what they're called.

( jon does take another moment to shove the rest of his food into his mouth--so that they can get going. he's fed, he's good. ) Want to head to the library?