I can't imagine this really working that way in real life, but the thought of it sure is precious, funny to boot.

Man, I wish Peppy was MY dad...

Actually, no I don't, because my dad's even cooler than I am, plus I'm fine not being an anthropomorphized rabbit. Still, those have gotta be some hardworking kids. Peppy was always the only person in those games who seemed to have his shit together.