Everwhere is walking distance if you have the time

[mishka422]

OUCH!

I was home alone all summer, every summer. My mom and dad worked and they couldn't afford any kind of 'daycare' or to have me go to camps. I entertained myself and had chores that were required to be done by the time they got home.

If D13 wants to stay home for a few weeks and 'veg', why is that going to hurt her? How is that lazy parenting? She does have a right to gain a tiny bit of independence doesn't she?

I've never understood the mindset of parents who think their kids have to be busy and entertained every second of every day. That just eventually turns them into dissatisfied adults.