Reply To: Leaving children alone in the house

“Is ten really so young? When I was six, I was able to walk one mile from my house to my best friend’s house. I guess it would depend on the child – is he responsible?”

SJS, the child is responsible but SLEEPING so that is what gets me nervous. but to each his own. as long as a child is taught what to do in case of an emergency. and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in case of fire. hopefully a burgler won’t come breaking into the house. now i am getting a little paranoid.

I doubt nowadays anyone would let a six year old walk one mile to a friend’s house, with all the stories of kidnapping going on.