I posted a question, about my daughters best friend, bieng left to walk home alone, in the dark, and rain, when she lives a long way out from school. She is 9yrs old, and scared to death of the walk home, she has told my daughter she is scared. I gave her a lift home tonight, as i was unaware till now, she is left to walk in remote places alone. Her mum was home, car outside, i was a bit sort of concerned, cause she passes places that make her very vulnerable and has to go along a remote country road. Will i be interefering, if i mention it to the school, on the quiet, and take her home myself, to keep her safe? It is totally out of my way, but i am more concerned for this girl, but do not want her mum to get funny with me. Will she be offended, do you think, if i just drop her off at home, when she is left to make her own way?
2006-12-07 05:23:12 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I would definately do what you are doing!!!! I am very overprotective but look at the weirdos out there. We have to protect the children. Who else will if we dont???
2006-12-07 05:27:12 · answer #1 · answered by bb77blueeyes 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would take that little gal home absolutley! Regardless if it was out of my way or not. If i did'nt and something happened to her i'd never be able to live with myself .But heres the deal. When i took her home i'd speak with the mother saying things like" i brought her home its pouring rain out here and i did'nt want to to get sick or boy in this day and age you don't know who's out there so i thought it would be safer if i brought her home etc .Maybe that'll get her mom to thinking a bit about her own actions .If that does'nt work then i'm with you on mentioning it to someone at school that can assist in some type of solution. If the mother is offended then so be it .Had she been there to take care of this childs needs there would be no problem. The worlds kids could use more moms like you. I for one thank you !good luck
2006-12-07 13:42:20 · answer #2 · answered by sparklin_aries_4167 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My opinion is that you shouldn't be concerned with what her mother thinks. The child's safety should come first. Her parents should be a little more concerned. I live out in the country, and my 12 and 13 year old girls aren't allowed to walk in certain areas, especially after dark.
You should talk to the school and the girls parents about the situation. If you do nothing and something was to happen to the girl you would feel guilty.
2006-12-07 13:30:22 · answer #3 · answered by ANGELA S 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should definitely inform the school but be wary about taking her home yourself. If you had an accident God knows what you would be liable for. The mother might even accuse you of abduction or something.
I personally would speak to the mother and say if she doesnt sort her daughter out a lift i would tell the authorities. Or you could offer the mother that you will bring the girl home, with her WRITTEN permission.
2006-12-07 14:12:44 · answer #4 · answered by Caroline 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So many times people go to the authorities before confronting the person in question. When you go to drop off your daughter's friend, I would walk her up to the door and introduce yourself and mention you saw her walking home and offered her a ride. Maybe inquire if her car is not working. You may want to just suggest that you would be willing to drop her child off if it is okay with her. You don't want to step on her toes or make her feel like she is a bad mother without finding the circumstances first. Hope this helps
2006-12-07 13:49:37 · answer #5 · answered by Jacuzzi Lover 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
God does have his angels on earth. By all means do everything you can to protect this child. The mom may have problems of her own or she could be plain lazy. Sometimes we have to step in even if it makes you a bit uncomfortable.For the sake of the child help her all you can. You can go beyond that and offer her a warm loving family for a sleepover. Some kids are out there alone.We are the village that cares for the children. If the mom by chance gets offended, play nice.Explain that your child has a friendship will her and you are there to support that friendship. You might be saving her life. Have you ever seen the battered raped body of a child.....lets hope you never do....help the child she needs you more than ever
2006-12-07 13:34:43 · answer #6 · answered by Angelbaby 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
do what u think is right...the girls safety is the most important thing...cant believe her mother makes her walk that way...have a quiet word to the school and tel them ul be picking her up...i wouldnt call it interfering ur just ensuring that a 9yr old girl stays safe....sounds like the mother doesnt give a toss....
2006-12-07 22:56:32 · answer #7 · answered by kiwitboi 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I saw your earlier posting and I was a tad concerned, you said that the girls were friends, perhaps I am dreaming but could you not use this as a reason to get to know the mum from .......... and maybe suggesting picking up both girls from school on alternate days?
2006-12-07 13:28:55 · answer #8 · answered by ♣ My Brainhurts ♣ 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Who cares what she thinks, they childs safety is at stake.
I used to have to walk home from primary school and i can remember being scared so used to pretend i was with other mothers to keep safe.
Good on u for keeping her safe
2006-12-07 13:30:19 · answer #9 · answered by sammyantha 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
don't confront her mum, she may punish the girl, tell the school, and hopefully they will inform the authorities about ths, why a mum will allow a 9yr old walk the streets alone beats me when we always read about what happens to little girls. my heart goes out to this girl.
2006-12-07 13:49:40 · answer #10 · answered by gal-next-dr 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need to speak to her mother soon as possible, if she does not listen to you then contact the school.
Its not right that she walks home alone like this
If her mother says anything to you about speaking to the school just say i tried talking to you but you did't listen.
If anything happens to this girl you will never forgive yourself.
2006-12-07 13:32:19 · answer #11 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋