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Issue #61; September 29, 2003 Ask Boomer Al is the fun newsletter of BoomerJournals.com. If you don't want to receive it, we don't want to send it to you. Unsubscribe info is located at the bottom of each issue. _.·´¯) Contents (¯`·._ 1) This week's questions 2) What's up with this? 3) Boomer HA! HA! 4) Attitude Counts! _.·´¯) Questions (¯`·._ Ask Boomer Al Issue #61; September 29, 2003 Dear Al I like your column. Please help in getting the word out there about not leaving children alone! The other day I observed a mother going into a store and leaving her 2 or 3-year-old son alone in the car. I slipped a note under the windshield wiper that a kidnapper could easily have taken her child. Thank You. A Concerned Citizen Dear Concerned This has been a pet peeve of mine for many years. I understand why it happens on occasion. Harried young parents, with limited resources dragging kids around while they run errands just get exasperated having to deal with car carriers and all the associated paraphernalia, sometimes take dangerous chances. Let me share a couple of experiences I have had. Exiting a store I came across a car in the parking lot with a young child in a car seat, windows cracked, doors locked. I stood there next to the car until mommy came huffing back demanding to know who I was. I told her I was an angel who was protecting her baby until she returned. She flipped me the bird and sped away. Recently I was outside a bank and a young mother was struggling with her kids trying to do some banking. I offered to stand by the car until she returned. She was most appreciative. Having no idea who I was she bolted into the bank. Can you imagine? We can all tell from the news of past events there have always been predators around us looking for opportunity. Based on my experience there is very little you can do to make people be responsible. The same issue exists with pets in cars. People don't seem to understand here in Florida how hot the inside of a car can get in just a few minutes. We had a foolish lady leave a small dog in her car while she marketed. The dog was panting and crying and there was nothing I could do. A lady who saw it also had the person paged in the store. She never came out. I picked up my stuff and returned to my car in time to run into the young woman. She too flipped me the bird after I made a comment about her irresponsible behavior. Maybe I should have called the police instead. Many people just don't care. I know it’s not what you want to hear but much of that behavior is impulsive in nature. They already know better. We have all had moments when we tempted fate and escaped unscathed. When I was young many moms did not work outside the home so mom had help just a door or two away. Today, the cost of daycare is beyond the reach of most young families and there just isn’t the help in the neighborhood anymore. Life has changed. I could go on for two more pages but I’ll get worked up. I wish I had the answer but I don’t. Help where you can. It’s what I do. Al Dear Boomer Al I’m a 17 year old senior and I just found out I’m pregnant. I haven’t told anyone. I’m afraid if I tell my parents they’ll make me give up my baby. I don’t want to have an abortion or give up my baby. What it your advice? Thanks. Teen in Trouble Dear Teen I’m sorry you find yourself in this situation. I’ll spare you the lecture because I’m sure you’ve beaten yourself up plenty over this situation already. I am glad you are looking for guidance. While I understand your reluctance to tell your parents I feel this is something you must do. If you’re afraid go to your school nurse or church pastor and ask them to sit with you while you tell your parents. I’m sure they love you very much and, after an initial disappointment, may surprise you with their reaction. Regardless of the circumstances this is their grandchild and I’m sure they will want to protect it and you as best they can. I applaud your courage for not secretly seeking an abortion, as many would do. This child does not deserve a death sentence because of your carelessness. I feel that your parents should also speak to the parents of the father, assuming he’s a student also. It would be a mistake on your part to try to hide his identity. Depending on his age there may be other issues here. Your life from this point on will be different. I strongly encourage you to go to counseling and to attend parenting classes. College is out for the time being. You chose motherhood instead and it will require your full attention. Promise me you won’t leap into an ill-advised marriage at your age because of this baby. Get your guidance from experienced adults, not your peer group. This child deserves a fair shot at a good life. See to it he or she gets that opportunity. Adoption may be the way to go if your parents are unable or unwilling to help. There are many loving families desperate for a baby who could give this child a loving home. Your church pastor will know what to do, as will your school nurse. It may be the best long-term solution for the child. Stay strong. God bless. Al Need to buy or sell a house ... check this out! _.·´¯)What's up with this?(¯`·._ I see where Senator Kennedy has crossed the line again as only he is capable of doing. His remarks were so stupid that even he should be embarassed. As always, the political rhetoric is giving aid and comfort to our enemies. They know from past experience in the world that the desire to be elected takes priority to common sense. It also over time bends public perception and clouds the facts. I was watching TV a couple of nights ago and I actually saw a positive news story on the progress being made in Iraq. The subject was the schools. Most of the American population has no clue as to what is actually going on besides fighting. I do blame the administration for doing such a poor job on bringing the positive progress more to light. We all know that the majority of the media, led by the NY and LA Times want a democrat in office. Baseball playoffs are starting. This is when we see the best baseball of the year. I predict the Marlins and the Red Sox in the World Series. I know, you think I'm nuts. I say why not. Both teams had very difficult schedules in the last month of the season and they handled themselves well. As far as the NFL I see three surprise teams so far ... Baltimore, Seattle, and Washington. We'll see if they can keep it up. This weekend will tell alot. This is a key game for both the Patriots and Buffalo. Buffalo should romp, but if they don't watch for a losing streak. Just my opinion. Don't like it? So tell me off at ... The Forum at Boomer Journals _.·´¯) Boomer Ha Ha! (¯`·._ "Love is like a game of chess. One false move and you're mated." _.·´¯)Attitude Counts! (¯`·._ "Success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go." William Feather Have fun. It's later than you think. Al Automotive tips on buying, leasing, repair rip-offs, automobile insurance reduction, and more! Read this page now Check out my Home Business E-book ... Typical "Boomer Al" irreverent humor and lessons from over the years. Remember that it's an e-file ... not a paper book so download it after you pay for it :) Basics of Small and Home Based Business _.·´¯) General Info (¯`·._ Ask Boomer Al is an opt-in ezine available by subscription only. We do not use or endorse the use of spam. Your e-mail address is safe, and will never distributed for reason. 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