[dogsbody70]

Here in UK there are nurseries but they can be very expensive, Many gr parents now find themselves helping to look after their grandchildren so that the childs parents can go to work.

I don't know if we ever lived in a multi generational way although it must have happened. As a gr mother I am happy to help out occasionally but also like my freedom to do my own thing so would not care to look after the gr children on a regular basis although I know many that do. It certainly can be hard for working couples with children.

I don't know if the jewish kibbutz are still around. They seemed to be a good idea sort of communal living.

I have some Chinese Friends, I am so impressed by the high respect they have for their own parents. I must admit I fell in love with their mother who has moved here to UK. she is so sweet. Both of them are extremely clever and work hard> we all play recorders together.


I doubt that there is the same respect for elderly parents in this country althoughof course I must not generalises.

My japanese friend is very aware of her duty towards her relatives and goes out of her way to help them. Also her duty towards Japan.

I am all for the young generation mixing with the older generation as they can learn so much from one another.

I was interested in the way the japanese wash before entering the bath. It makes sense of course and helps stop too much wastage of water.

THE hot springs also sound very pleasant way to relax.

I do feel that we can all learn much from each other don't you?