Well, I try to be-

[ Dimitri laughs sheepishly as the child continues to examine his hair. Apparently he's fond of it. ]

I want them to grow up in a world without hardship. Maybe that's impossible, but... I think they deserve a chance.

[ "There's food!"

One of the older children approaches a little cautiously with a pair of bowls for them - it's not exactly fine-dining, but it is a hot meal! ]