"To a 6-year-old, a life for a life, even if one life is a dog's, probably does seem like justice. There is no way to get true justice for Rollo now, because that would mean that he was still alive."
"You've already made the most important point to Celia, which is that murder is simply not an option, practically (you'd go to jail)."
A family faced the aftermath of their coydog Rollo being shot by a neighbor, Dave, who received a minimal punishment. The child, Celia, struggles with feelings of revenge and believes that Dave should face severe consequences. The parent attempts to explain the importance of proportionality and justice, emphasizing that violence is not a solution. The situation highlights the challenges of addressing children's emotions and the complexities of justice in the face of loss.
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