Bbm.This might be a cultural expectation in some places, but is not common practice in much of Canada. Many people here would consider that to be media theatrics that don't accomplish anything other than provide click bait to the media. Considering that there is no evidence of an abduction, I would not expect the family to beg for the safe return of their children.
A bit conflicted about a plea for the kid's safe return being media theatrics.
There was a Dateline case many years ago "In Broad Daylight" (?), where the parents of Amber Duboise and Chelsea King begged for their teens and I think it spurred many to join in the searches; some people even taking time off work to help.
Nothing wrong with that, imo.
Afaik both DM and MBM have considered the possibility that someone may have taken them.
Maybe make a plea at a presser speaking to Lilly and Jack in person in case they may have access to a tv -- that's if someone has them.
Hope that made sense ?
My opinion only.