Well, wonder of wonders, Geraldo just made two points that I actually agree with! I might be in agreement with him on more than these two things, but I honestly can't stomach his dramatics long enough to listen.
The conversation concerned the little seven year old girl taken while walking home from school recently and found murdered. He went on to explain what he called (something like) the poodle test, meaning if you wouldn't let your cute little poodle go somewhere alone, you shouldn't let your small child, either.
Of course, his cohorts jumped all over him, reminding him of the difficulties of single parents, both parents being required to work, and not being able to move to a safer area. The feeling seemed to be that it wasn't always possible to make sure your children arrived somewhere safely. Geraldo stood his ground and offered a few suggestions. He gets kudos from me for doing so. (I'm sure he'll sleep better knowing that.)
My own thinking happens to be similar to his. Here are a few things to consider.
Perverts are everywhere, not just in the less desirable living areas. It makes me want to vomit when a victim's parent or neighbor says "I didn't think it could happen here". Any one living in that dream world needs to be slapped out of their cocoon, and fast. Sexual predators and murderers are everywhere, and people who don't see that are part of the problem.
I don't care how desperate I was for money, if my job did not allow me to make sure my kid got safely on the bus, or safely to school, I would do everything in my power to adjust my schedule. If that was not possible, I would find another job. Any job. Nothing would trump the safety of my kid.
The conversation concerned the little seven year old girl taken while walking home from school recently and found murdered. He went on to explain what he called (something like) the poodle test, meaning if you wouldn't let your cute little poodle go somewhere alone, you shouldn't let your small child, either.
Of course, his cohorts jumped all over him, reminding him of the difficulties of single parents, both parents being required to work, and not being able to move to a safer area. The feeling seemed to be that it wasn't always possible to make sure your children arrived somewhere safely. Geraldo stood his ground and offered a few suggestions. He gets kudos from me for doing so. (I'm sure he'll sleep better knowing that.)
My own thinking happens to be similar to his. Here are a few things to consider.
Perverts are everywhere, not just in the less desirable living areas. It makes me want to vomit when a victim's parent or neighbor says "I didn't think it could happen here". Any one living in that dream world needs to be slapped out of their cocoon, and fast. Sexual predators and murderers are everywhere, and people who don't see that are part of the problem.
I don't care how desperate I was for money, if my job did not allow me to make sure my kid got safely on the bus, or safely to school, I would do everything in my power to adjust my schedule. If that was not possible, I would find another job. Any job. Nothing would trump the safety of my kid.
Would you kiss your pampered puppy goodbye, tell him to be safe, and let him walk out the front door?
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"Even a preening blowhard like Geraldo can be right once. Twice is pushing it" TOO FUNNY!!! As a parent of two grown girls, your words are true. I still worry after them every minute I can't lay my hands on 'em and know they are safe and happy.
Sweetie, yes. I like the idea of a safety zone. What bothers me, is that so many people don't want the "responsibility" of keeping an eye out for other people's children. Why does it have to be a job, you know? Great piece, Nancy. More proof that you are MORE than a humor writer. xoxo - Jenny
Protect the children? Absolutely. Dump the umps? Nonsense. Even a preening blowhard like Geraldo can be right once. Twice is pushing it
I agree with Geraldo's theatrics...makes him hard to watch. But I heard him talk about the poodle test, and I agree wholeheartedly!
Very well said. I'm not sure about the umpires, though.
Very well said. I'm not sure about the umpires, though.
I agree. I am over protective when it comes to my kids, but I don't care. I don't understand why more parents are not the same way.
I try not to be paranoid, but I make sure I'm there to pick up my kid before class gets out so he isn't waiting in the dark. *shudder* Just the thought... Yeah, safety above all else.
Well written and analyzed.
It's a sad day when dogs have more supervision than children. Great points!
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