Even as an adult, I find the common sense of Mr. Rogers tremendously comforting and wish we grownups wouldn’t forget it so quickly. We have his books, though, giving gentle guidance on topics from divorce, adoption and step families to disability. I love that he engaged with kids without talking down to them; his respect for them was subtle and strong at the same time. Check out this Post-Gazette article honoring Pittsburgh’s best neighbor on the anniversary of his death: Mister Rogers still a favorite neighbor
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