A Virginia mom let her 5-year-old walk alone. A debate over modern parenting ensued.
September 9, 2026
How old is old enough to walk alone?
For Virginia mother Karyann Parkinson, the answer was 5.
How old is old enough to walk alone?
For Virginia mother Karyann Parkinson, the answer was 5.
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