It Takes a Community—Too Bad It’s Just a Bunch of Critiques Now

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You know that old adage, “It takes a village to raise a child”? Well, these days, it seems like the village is more interested in filming your “parenting mistakes” than lending a helping hand. Just imagine how much better that village vibe would feel if everyone wasn’t so eager to post their outrage on social media.

A Case in Point

Take, for example, a recent incident involving a man named Tom enjoying a meal at a restaurant. He was left appalled when he spotted a couple leaving their infant in a carrier in a booth while they dashed off to the buffet. Rather than keeping a watchful eye and perhaps giving the parents an encouraging nod when they returned, Tom pulled out his phone to record what he thought was a parenting faux pas. Because nothing screams concern like filming a family to generate Facebook outrage, right?

“Unbelievable,” he muttered to himself, capturing the moment for the internet to see. After being posted, the video racked up nearly four million views before being taken down. According to reports, the baby was solely unattended for about four minutes, and the mother later defended herself online, assuring commenters that her baby was never out of her sight.

The Bigger Picture

You have to wonder what Tom thought he was accomplishing. His shaky camera didn’t even show the layout of the restaurant, but common sense tells you that parents tend to keep a close eye on their little ones, especially when they’re just a few feet away. And here’s the kicker: the Perkins Township Police Department even opened an investigation to determine if this was a case of child endangerment. Seriously? Four minutes in a carrier, in plain view, and the police are involved?

“We’re not sure if we can say there was a significant risk of injury here,” said Chief Bill Thompson, probably bemused about why police resources were being wasted on such nonsense. Investigators noted that if Tom truly believed the baby was in danger, he should have called 911 instead of hitting record. But clearly, he was more interested in going viral than in ensuring the child’s safety.

The Consequences

Now this couple has a case hanging over their heads thanks to someone who was more interested in getting a moment of internet fame than in actually helping out. If this is what “the village” looks like these days, I think we’ll happily parent on our own.

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Conclusion

In summary, the notion that it takes a village has morphed into a society of critics armed with smartphones. Instead of supporting each other, we often see people ready to pounce on a moment to criticize. It’s a rough world out there, and sometimes it feels easier to go it alone.