This past Halloween I got a little sad. Not because my children have outgrown their Trick or Treat season and now pass out the candy instead of receiving it. I was sad because of the number of houses in our neighborhood who don't even participate in the Halloween tradition. Very few homes follow what was a common occurrence during my childhood; standing next to the lighted jack-o-lantern on the front porch passing out candy to kids dressed as a princess or a super hero. But I've noticed that sense of apathy isn't limited to Halloween. So many people seem to have this lackluster feeling; not wanting to get involved in anything.
I'm a firm believer that when we show lack of concern for issues or activities that involve our children, it's the beginning of a downward spiral for our community. We stop going to our child's sport's events, don't attend parent/teacher conferences. When we stop focusing on the needs of our children, they miss the connections and support they need to keep moving forward.
Find your way to support our next generation. Our children really are the future.
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