Yes, it is, Wesley!

Um, Kendall...it is Slag who has been saying there are NO good reasons to leave a child in a car unattended.

I notice nothing has been said about the psychological implications of leaving a child alone in a car, either. Imagine how scary it could be for a little one left alone in a big, quiet car with strangers passing by. It could be fun or seem like a lark, but deep down it's got to feel as though they don't matter or whomever they are with just can't be bothered to include them in whatever they are doing. There's too much of that going on these days, imo. I see so many little ones struggling to keep up with adults who are too busy on cellphones, shopping or whathaveyou to even notice their children are lagging. Besides sending a message of "you're not important" it also puts them at risk for being lost, hit by a car in a parking lot which can't see them for being so short, etc.

Again, if someone chooses to be a parent, then BE a parent. BE responsible for your child and show them how very important they are to you as well as teach them good manners...how will you feel when you are old and grey, can't walk as fast and they leave you behind in the dust just when you need a helping hand. Brings to mind that old Cat Stevens' Harry Chapin song Cats in the Cradle.

If people would just take the time...it is so much fun to help a little one learn about the world AND to see the world through their eyes. Folks need to slow down and take the time for their children.