An open question to parents and guardians on behalf of all kids.
You always tell us how much you love us and how we are worth more than all the money and precious stones in the world.
So tell me Dad why is all your money hidden in the bank and Mom's jewellery stored away in the safe, but we are left to sleep at night in an unsecured house without the best locks, bars or alarm systems.
In case you forgot whats it's like to be a child, I'll tell you.
At night we get scared.
Every sound we hear whether it's the floor boards creaking or the wind outside we are sure is really someone trying to break in to our house.
No we are not worried about whether our belongings are secure or whether you can buy us new things, we are scared of someone coming in to our house and bedroom.
We are scared they are coming to get us.
We need to feel secure.
Before you worry about insuring your property and money and jewels, worry about ensuring your child feels safe.
Replace old broken locks and weak creaky doors, those are really scary.
Call a locksmith in to check the locks and install cameras and lights, as well as secure alarm systems.
Fix all problematic locks and keys, we don't want to get locked in the bathroom or bedroom because of a faulty stuck lock.
Kids sense when their parents feel secure and that makes them feel more secure too.
There are loads of locksmiths in London who can make us all feel safer.
Yes it may cost some money but so does banking, content insurance and safes and wouldn't you spend a bit of money to secure something worth so much.
Our feelings and fears are part of us.
We are still kids, we need you to make us feel safe.
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