the minute they put down the teething ring and found the Internet, you were useless as a source of anything but shoes and a winter coat.
In Barbara Kingsolver's "Flight Behavior," the shift from traditional toys to modern technology highlights a generational change in how children engage with the world. The teething ring, once a source of comfort and engagement for infants, is replaced by the allure of the Internet. This transition reflects a broader societal trend where screens have become the primary source of information and entertainment, leaving parents feeling sidelined in their roles as providers...