i understand it better than i can speak it . '' he hated punishing the kids more than anything , but he knew that it was part of being a parent . i just never thought that you 'd do something like this , especially given that sweet little daughter of yours at home . she smiles , revealing perfect , perfectly small teeth . i went to the front window and looked outside . he had a piece of straw in his mouth , carried a stuffed cow , and was barefoot . 