In the story “Only a Thought Away,” what is the most important reason why Isabel’s father is cheerful, despite the Nekkonen family moving away?

Only a Thought Away

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He cares more about his garden than he does about friendships.
He cares more about his garden than he does about friendships.

He knows he can visit them through his tree.
He knows he can visit them through his tree.

He is naturally cheerful in the face of setbacks.
He is naturally cheerful in the face of setbacks.

He did not like the Nekkonen family.

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In the story “Only a Thought Away,” the most important reason why Isabel’s father is cheerful, despite the Nekkonen family moving away, is that he knows he can visit them through his tree. This suggests a deeper connection and an understanding that physical distance does not have to sever emotional ties.