Quote by Jennifer Garner

I remember, my mom didn't have any help, so if she needed to be somewhere after school, we'd just go down to the neighbors' and she'd give us a snack and make sure we did our homework. There weren't any latchkey kids.

I remember, my mom didn't have any help, so if she needed to

Summary

This quote highlights the absence of latchkey kids during the speaker's childhood. It implies that their mother, despite not having any assistance, made sure to arrange plans with neighbors when she needed to be somewhere after school. The quote showcases a time when children would rely on neighbors for temporary supervision, receiving snacks and ensuring homework completion, rather than being unsupervised or left alone (commonly known as latchkey kids). It speaks to a sense of community and support that helped prioritize children's safety and well-being.

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By Jennifer Garner

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