Karen,
Just because a balloon, or a dog, or whatever material things make us happy
on earth doesn't imply that it will be there in Heaven; I agree with you
there. But maybe what we both are saying is that, once we get to Heaven, if
those things are good, and would increase our enjoyment when we are in
Heaven, then we'll have those things. If those things aren't there, we
won't miss them.
sharon