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!
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!
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Tric Gillette
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.