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Yes, I think we did have a better childhood. OK, so we didn't have computer games, etc., but it meant that we used our imaginations more which was much more fun, and I like to think that we're all the better for it.

I remember going for walks with my Dad in the nearby woods, and he would point out the various plants and wildlife, etc. to me. We'd watch the frogspawn developing in the woodland pond and generally appreciate the wonders of nature. I also remember making sandcastles and mud pies, seeing my first seeds germinating in my own little bit of garden, making our own Christmas decorations, playing games at children's parties and playing with our pet rabbit (who ate all next door's vegetables!). What lovely innocent days they were.

The children today seem to rely on bought toys to have fun, and can't seem to exist without them. Yes, I had my share of toys, but had the most fun playing with the most simple items (an old cardboard box could be any number of things!).

When I became older, crime simply was not on the agenda because I'd been brought up to know right from wrong and to have certain values and standards. I was lucky that my parents cared enough to give me an excellent grounding for adult life and didn't just push me out onto the street to play as so many seem to do today. It seems to me that a lot of the faults today lie with parenting standards - some Mums and Dads just don't seem to care or have the time to supervise and educate their children properly. Having children brings with it responsibilities that many seem to shirk.

I could go on, but I won't (you'll be pleased to know!). So, I'll get off my soap box for now.

Sue xx