I disagree globetrotter (altho you certainly have a right to your opinion).

I think that ANYTHING a child is allowed to do irresponsibly or without restraint (read: parental guidance) is a weakness that can turn into a detractor as the child gets older and matures into an adult.

Weapons or anything else can be used in an irresponsible way.

I do agree however that it is the responsiblity of the parents to provide guidance (whatever the issue is at hand).

Kel