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I Dont Like Seeing People Being Left Out

When I was in middle school our PE teacher had this drill that we run around the gym and when he called out a number that's the size of a group we had to form as fast as possible. Looking back I think it was cruel because of course friends always got in groups with other friends but what about if you had no friends? Me and my best friend at that time always included this one boy who everyone made fun of. I don't know why we did. It seemed like the right thing to do. I'm glad we did though.

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700level

Its interesting the things that leave an impression sometimes

deejustdee6969

we always remember those who showed kindness because of the many who didn't. I remember every single person who was kind. When we were kids teachers turned away like they didn't have a clue. Yes we all have our own battle scars. I was bullied for being ugly. Then I was bullied for being pretty. Rumors were spread unfairly. But you know, the best revenge is living well anyway. The cutest boy in the entire school got a lot of flack for asking me to dance with him in 6th grade. I applaud him for telling his friends to shut up and I don't think I will ever forget that. What I have taught my son is that it costs nothing to be kind and decent.

CurvesandClass

Bravo!!!! I'm giving you a standing ovation. I've also raised my son in the same manner. Now he's a loving, kindhearted, generous, considerate, and polite man. Sounds like your son has been raised with the foundation to be similar. Blessings are to be found in every situation. Sometimes we have to look really hard to see them and sometimes we have to wait for the blessing. Because of our experiences, we're raising men, and a man of quality is priceless.

deejustdee6969

Amen sister! The night before he started kindergarten he was afraid to start school and asked "I wonder who will be my bully?" I was shocked but I said "Nobody will be. And if someone tries, things are different today-you tell a grown-up & they'll handle it for you. You just be kind to everyone" He's a Freshman in high school now and has no patience for it. I'm mostly pleased with the evolution- "if you see something & do nothing, you're a bully too." I know it still happens.

CurvesandClass

Bullying is such an awful thing. Unfortunately, those who got away with it in school are now the trouble makers at work. I feel for you and your boy that he was worried about bullies. For whatever it's worth, I'm proud of you both!

deejustdee6969

Thank you so much! I've learned lots about life from my kid!! He was friendly with a boy with autism in his class. A bigger kid started to pick on him & my boy said "why would you pick on him instead of someone your size? By the way, do they sell guy's clothes where you got your shirt?" His teacher told me that lol

CurvesandClass

Right on!!! Good for him!! My son has always been my anchor in the wind. You and I are blessed to have the privilege of mothering and mentoring our sons.

deejustdee6969

:) I agree! I just had a refresher chat with him about being kind and respectful to others. Our children have no idea how much we learn from them!