Saved by a compassionate owner. One person's meal is another person's companion. It's all in how you view the relationship. It was interesting, though, when the father was attempting to teach his children not to play with an animal that you intend to consume as food. Perhaps he was attempting to instill in them the consequence of taking a pet, growing fond of it. The process of slaughtering, then eating it would be to some unbearable. I hope that was his intention to spare them this pain.
I think of another perspective from the children. The father only saw food when he looked at the pig. The children saw a pet. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this story.
Wow, you have good reasoning. That is the idea I wanted to convey. Thank you for writing me your review
You're welcome. Your story was a lovely read from both the parent and children's point of view. Take care.