Aug. 16, 2007 - Sending the kids to school prepared for war
This is amazing.
Sending your kid off to school these days isn't what it used to be -- at least that's what one company called MJ Safety Solutions would have you believe -- because they're selling a bulletproof backpack. That's right, two worried parents in Boston have created "My Child's Pack," a $175 bulletproof book-bag that will stop an assortment of bullets (including hollow-point 9mm) dead in their tracks.
The two inventors feel this will provide a simple solution for parents hoping to protect children from school shootings and gun violence. As sensitive creator Joe Curran says, "I don't care what you do -- if you want to fight the good fight or fix the world's hurts, I can't help you, but my kids are going to be safe because of these backpacks." Which might be true, if crazed shooters are only aiming at people's backs. Check out the "special report" video on the bags after the break.
Comments
Aug. 20, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by cyndiegirl72
That is a disgusting commentary on the state of our educational system. But come to think of it, necessity is the mother of invention, right??
Aug. 20, 2007 - LOL!
Posted by RollsLife
That's exactly right. Funny you should mention that proverb. My boys and I just covered it today in our lessons.
Aug. 31, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by 4sweetums
That is so sad! I feel so for the millions of children heading off into that world right now.
Blessings,
4sweetums
Nov. 10, 2007 - Yet again
Posted by Anonymous
I read of another school shooting, this time in Finland. I guess My Child's Pack doesn't seem too crazy now. A bulletproof backpack may be one way these kids can be safe.
Nov. 10, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by RollsLife
Well, Anonymous..... There is a much simpler way to make sure your child isn't shot in school. Surely you are capable of figuring it out. :)