Each factor should not stand alone..all three parts need to be well-researched, planned and followed with respect. In terms of PEOPLE, no one should feel s/he can go alone or even with just another person, particularly if they are young (even under 21, but legally under 18, BOTH PARENTS and really the TOWN/ STATE guidelines should be known and respected). Same goes for ‘who can give permission’…one adult cannot just assume they can okay an adventure for a group, and even a group should not assume or hope it will be okay when there is time to CHECK WITH BOTH PARENTS, And when reasonable, SCHOOLS or Recreations Depts, State Guidelines (which maybe need to be updated with links on every SCHOOL WEBSITE, what cool idea and tribute to our Kaelan and all parents who may be out of the loop). The old days of ‘kids being kids, boys being boys and such’ do not cover this era of new laws and responsibilities..
That’s all for now, need to tend to someone homebound who actually could benefit from more volunteer help with a yard, garden and animals (another way to pay our thanks forward for heroes like Kaelan who had hoped to work all summer–to make money, but also to show he was growing up and a capable person..that he was and will be remembered as such. ) Chime in with any good tips for ways kids can help kids, make calls for help early on in any situation or avoid difficult situations ( stay away from trouble and dAnger of all kinds, don’t get into cars with conflict or anger brewing or unstable people, anyone whose been drinking even one drink or drugging, even pot, etc…)
PLAN to take a Stand while still on LAND and aim to stay in the game of life and positive living…thanks a bundle..and share ideas for a way to mark Kaelan’s 5th year away from us in the physical realm even though I trust he’s close in spirit..