Dave: We have to put Curio to sleep.
Bruce: Her taking a nap?
Dave: No, that means she’s going to die and we’ll never get to see her again.
Bruce: Why?
Dave: Because she’s very old, and we love her, and don’t want her to suffer.
Bruce’s lower lip quivered and he started crying, then he grabbed my hands and began stroking my arms, and then he said: But you’re old too Daddy.
Dave: Don’t worry Bruce, I’m not that old. No one’s going to put me to sleep. And I love you too! Now come here and let me give you a great big hug!