For our children, whether first generation kids or second, our grandchildren, they all need routine and involvement. Since a child can't drive, that means you need to play chauffeur.
When Jim was little, a trip to the try cleaners turned into a field trip. The owner was happy to show him how the press worked. For our youngest two, Leenie and Mandi, a stop in front of an elevator on the way home from pre-school as farmers dropped off their grain taught them how others work.
For our granddaughter, Shyloe, a special poster she made about re-cycling, led to meeting the mayor and an invitation to speak at City Council ... all because Mommy, Amanda, took the time to drive her to the appointments of a seven-year-old.
Teach them to be involved in their community by being involved in their lives.
