05-29-2010, 03:20 AM
hal wrote:
What's the deal? There are no more child-related crimes than there were 30 years ago. Almost all of these kids live within a mile of the school.
Is it like this everywhere?
lots of us posted reasons why in response to your questions.
how do you KNOW there are "no more child-related crimes than there were 30 years ago"?
maybe people are more aware now with cable TV and internet news than they were in the past - maybe they are getting smarter in regards to protecting their kids?
my daughter is 10 and walks home a few blocks from school with a friend or two.
she gets a ride in the morning if the weather is bad. you should feel the weight of her back pack - when i was in 5th grade i didn't carry books that heavy, of that i am certain.