I don't think there's anything cold and callous in that decision if it's made from a place of love. Quite the opposite actually, it's a very hard decision to make and one that should be made without the looming shadow of religious dogma.
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The fear that family pressure might be an influence is a valid concern, I'd hope that Ireland would take the precautionary measures that Switzerland have done.
I disagree about the animals by the way, I don't think there's a lot of difference between us and the rest of the animal kingdom. I think if we're lucky enough to grow a bit more as a species we'll finally realize that.
My hippy side of course.
And yes, I won't tell any of mine either. Until I have them firmly strapped in the chair :D
(joking)