i just would like to take this opportunity
with this particular thread to point out an observation.
i've seen, only a time or two, mind you,
children of about 10, give or take a year, left to fend for themselves at rides,
while their parent is riding.
this ride is located on a major interstate
hwy. the restaurant is delicious and there is a friendly bar with a
pool table. the 10 year old was hanging out, shooting pool, chatting...not
causing any trouble at all.
but, i was deeply concerned, as this is a
time of looniness with people just grabbing whatever they want and running with
it. (a bit dramatic, i know, but i'm wanting to make a point).
i was pulling out that day, (day five of a
pioneer ride), and i had breakfast before i left.
when i walked out, i looked at the kid and
said "stay smart" and i think he did.
point being...well, the point is obvious, or
am i paranoid?
Whatever the activity or venue - the problem always seems to go back to
slefish parents - whether it is because they leave said progeny alone in
camp or that they would tote them along on a ride which is too much for the
child, thus causing not only danger for the child but possibly for others
out there on the trail.
