Could you forgive someone who shot you?

[Gemini Cricket]

Originally Posted by Alex Stroup

Though I'd still want him held responsible so I'm not sure what value such forgiveness would have.

I was thinking the same thing about her possibly being coached. Although, I think it is good coaching if it is consistent with the way her parents actually think of the situation. Seeing the situation as forgivable is, to me, a way of moving on for the girl, the girl's family. I think the value is the ability to let go of a bad situation where the girl could blame this guy for the rest of her life and turn into a bitter adult.