Originally Posted by
Loose Chain
Parents are afraid of abductions and other crimes, real or not. There have been studies on perceptions of crime vs actual statics of crimes. Perception is everything. I walked and then when further away, rode my bicycle from the first grade on, could you imagine that now. I stood at the bus stop alone, now the buses pick the kids up at the end of each driveway with the parents sitting with them in their cars. It has become ridiculous.
I know this comment is certainly making your point regarding perception, but here goes anyway...
This day and age you just can't be too careful regarding your kids. Far too many sickos out there. I understand that over-protection may not be good for society and overall good for kids in general, but the times have drastically changed.
That's my two cents worth...