That is so cool that he isn't afraid of the "work" that comes from walking. It seems like a lot of kids are getting more and more lazy when it comes to things physical because of the amazing luxuries we have now. I know that when my 4 year old does things to help mom out, or actually does something nice for his little brother it makes me beam to see him think of others and contribute to the family like that. Parenting does have it's good moments

Around here there was a story last year about a parent that was cited for neglect because she had her child walk to school. It seems weird that either walking could ever be considered negligence, or that the city would be designed to not be safe for pedestrians. From what i understand about where you live it is pretty bike friendly though, so I doubt something like this would happen.