Sweet defense

To the editor:

In Wednesday’s paper, Mickey Kimball states, “This isn’t a safe world.” I would agree.

For that very reason, I would not leave my children downtown without an adult.

I do not believe it is fair to expect downtown merchants to provide for my children’s safety and comfort. I feel this is my responsibility.

I will continue to visit Penny Annie’s Sweet Shoppe, and I will continue to make sure my 11-year-old is with an adult when visiting downtown.

Anne Tormohlen,

Lawrence