"Ignoramus1487" wrote in message
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On Tue, 22 Nov 2005 18:27:39 GMT, Doug Kanter
wrote:

"Ignoramus1487" wrote in message
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What is wrong about leaving a 8 year old child home alone, provided
that the child is reasonably responsible.

i


Do you have kids?

Yes, one. 4.5 yo.

i


Good. I assume you have the usual parental nightmares about what could
happen to a kid in a normal, well-maintained house, regardless of how
careful you are. Start writing them down. You'll have your answer.