The crisis and child labor

The lingering economic crisis has forced us to drastically rethink the way we live – I should say, survive. For instance, we've never been too crazy about child labor and while we were parents, hardly resorted to a practice that many find objectionable. It's true that in those days the economy wasn't so bad and we didn't have to go through a “great recession” like this one. As tough times call for tough actions, we had to modify our views and accept the fact that our grandson Finn would somehow contribute to a dire economic reality. That's right, we suggested to his parents that the little one should pitch in and take a small job. It was not an easy sell, but we finally convinced everyone that a job is a job and is preferable to idleness, naps and snacks. So Finn got that part-time job as a produce handler at PED (Pumpkin Express Delivery) a position he now appears to fully wrap his arms around and enjoy. The hours are good, it's outdoors and pretty safe, the pay could be better but every dollar helps!