Colm O'Regan: Keeping my children safe isn't child's play

"I don’t want to inhibit their sense of adventure with my physical caution. I suppose it’s my job to keep them safe."

Comedian and Irish Examiner columnist Colm O'Regan pictured in Cork. Picture: Denis Minihane.

The Youngest is doing the Lotus position. She casually tucks her feet on top of her thighs. 

She smiles up at me, and says: “Can you do this Daddy?” No pet. I most certainly can not. And we are not going to discuss the matter further.