Combine the sentences to create a coherent paragraph (9 points). . Although we were outside for long periods of time, our parents did not worry about our safety. . Today we are so afraid that we startle every time the doorbell rings. . They have electronic consoles that let them think they are playing with their friends when, in reality, they are very far away. . When I was younger, I liked to ride my bike around the neighborhood. . I think that having technology is great, but I would not trade my childhood for anything in the world. . Our parents always stayed at home either watching TV or cleaning the house. . There were simpler times, and people were less stressed. . Kids do not play outside as much as they used to. . All the kids would gather outside and climb on their two wheelers together