The following is an example of why mothers must always look ahead if they have children. We not only have to look far ahead, but we also have to look behind and to both sides. With all due respect, Mr. Churchill, the mistake is when we don't look too far ahead. The consequences can be disastrous if we are not hyper-vigilant and scanning for things in the paths of our children. Now, back to the mall.
Mother sits down at a bench and allows the child to walk around a while.
The child knows that he is not allowed to wander too far from Mother. Mother will make him sit next to her on the bench and the child hates doing that. The child knows his boundaries. He must always remain within close proximity. Okay, nothing too serious.