I can’t be the only one that thinks Deadlock character names are stupidly on the nose

Kid: “If there’s ever a school shooter, I’m jumping out the damn window and running.” Me: “You can’t just do that. You’re supposed to follow the lockdown instructions.” Kid: “You know who else knows those instructions? THE SHOOTER. They know where we hide, how we lock the doors, and how we’re told to stay quiet. I’m telling you right now. If something happens, I’m OUT THE WINDOW.” Me: Just standing there, realizing this child has thought about this scenario far more than any child ever should have to. And honestly? How am I supposed to argue with a kid who has already had to think through a plan to survive a school shooting? These are children. They should be worrying about homework, video games, friendships, and what they’re having for lunch. Not calculating escape routes in case someone comes into their school with a gun. I hate these conversations. I hate that they’re necessary. And I hate that for so many kids, this isn’t some distant, unthinkable possibility. It’s something they’ve rehearsed in their heads. Children should be learning how to live, not constantly preparing for how to survive. 💔