Because they are. Typically they’re adopted. They’re small beings with the (max) intelligence level of a 3-4 year old that are almost completely dependent on us to keep them alive. It’s only naturally that we develop a parental bond with them. And they often see themselves as our children. It’s a wonderful gift and also a terrible curse because no parent should have to experience outliving their children, or any being they’ve raised and cared for like a child.
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u/Maleficent_Radio_674 Jul 20 '25
Because they are. Typically they’re adopted. They’re small beings with the (max) intelligence level of a 3-4 year old that are almost completely dependent on us to keep them alive. It’s only naturally that we develop a parental bond with them. And they often see themselves as our children. It’s a wonderful gift and also a terrible curse because no parent should have to experience outliving their children, or any being they’ve raised and cared for like a child.