That and there were a lot more moms at home. Fall off your bike and gash open your arm and some adult would probably see you pretty quickly and come to help if

That and there were a lot more moms at home. Fall off your bike and gash open your arm and some adult would probably see you pretty quickly and come to help if you needed it. And likely know or be able to locate your parents. Eyes on the streets is a Jane Jacobs concept that applies here.