Are little kids nowadays different to you?

Are little kids nowadays different to you?
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answer:I think the prior generation is always going to think the new generation isn’t as great or doing something the right/best way, generally. Edit: I also feel the same way about some things and I’m only 25: Children with cell phones. I see mothers arguing with their little kids about taking them away, or always having them out etc. It’s just wierd to see that lol.
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