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What He Would Say

On Friday night, we went to the mall to return some shoes and get a few things.  While eating at the food court, we had our first experience with kids making fun of Abby.  A few boys were laughing and pointing at their throats, making faces.  They were silly middle school boys and I was the only one who noticed it, so it wasn't a big deal and I didn't say anything at the time.  I did mention it when we were in the car on the way home, though.  Here's the rest of the conversation.

Caleb:  Ohhhhh, I wish I had seen them!

Me (a little afraid of what he might have done): Oh yeah?  Why?

Caleb:  Well, I would have marched right up to them and very calmly said, 'Don't you know you're looking at a miracle?!'

Ahhh, I love that kid!  I'm so proud of the way he loves his sister.  I don't doubt that he will say that statement to more than a few kids.  My boy, changing the world...one punk kid at a time!

Comments

Becca said…
I just died from adorableness. What a wonderful big bro.
Emily said…
I have gone through that many times and still get weird looks today. It just makes me stronger. Caleb is a good big brother too! (:
Anonymous said…
Looks like when God wants to change the world, he sends 2 children. What a wonderful big brother Caleb is!
Tric Gillette
Mary Lou said…
Hi....
I have been reading your blog for the past week or so. I like it!! ;)
This blog post touched my heartstrings!! Truly. I have learning disabilities. I've been made fun of by so many mean kids that today I never point out someone's differences, never call them names, and never, ever, ever leave anybody out....
Experience can have both negative effects, plus positive effects on a person's life. I also remember nearly every kid who made fun of me.... And I'm 28.
Julie said…
Raelyn, hugs to you!! I'm so sorry that you had to deal with that. It's so hurtful. :(

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