My kids spend a lot of time online. Most of the time they are playing games. I think they get their love of games from me, because, well, I love playing games. I grew up with three sisters and a brother, and we were always playing board games. I am sure if there were computers back then, we would have played online as well.
I think my kids are missing out on some of the things I loved as a kid, simply because we are living in a different time. I used to be told to go play outside almost everyday. My sister and I would hop on our bikes and ride all around the neighborhood. These days, I don't like Brandi to go further than the sidewalk in front of our apartment. I remember one time when I was little, I was riding my bike on our street by myself, and some guy in a car started following me. He eventually asked if I wanted a ride, and I rode back home as fast as I could. Scared me to death. These days, I don't think people offer kids rides. They just snatch them up. I see so many stories on the news about missing kids. Or kids who are hit by cars. There are so many dangers out there!
So I am not opposed to Brandi spending time inside, playing music games online, where I know she is safe. I know I can not protect her from everything, but as a mom, I will try my hardest! Some day I will have to let her spread her wings and fly, but I am not ready just yet. And I don't think she is ready, either.
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