From what I can make out of my mom’s stories, I was the good kid who listened to sensible advice (dictates) given by my parents. I did not experiment with laundry detergent, prescription drugs, or Draino. I never licked the house; hence, I have never experienced the joys of random poisoning. My younger brother, on the other hand, inherited the daredevil genes, which explains why he would get tattoo sleeves years after sticking keys into sockets and sampling household cleaners.
After spending some time around friends’ babies, I have learned that I was an anomaly, and that apparently most kids (not just my bizarre little brother) put non-food items in their mouths.
On Wednesday, March 12th there will be a “No More Toxic Toys” rally at the State Capitol. This family-friendly event begins at 10am and promises to have a 25-foot-tall rubber ducky. The rally provides a chance for people to speak with legislators about toxic chemicals found in children’s toys. This rally is a project of the Coalition for a Safe & Healthy Connecticut.
