How would you react?

I was simply going for a walk and this strange old man standing next to his car suddenly says something that translates to "get well soon" for no reason at all. I just glared at him and said nothing and kept going.

I don't look sick or anything, I'm pretty sure he was referring to my disability. Maybe he meant well but it was a weird moment for me and made me feel uncomfortable.

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LadyBronte · 61-69, F

I wouldn't have taken offense. I would have probably thought he was trying to be kind and he meant well. But perhaps he was dealing with a cognitive issue such as early onset Alzheimers or Parkinsons and said the wrong thing. Or maybe he simply mistook me for someone else who was sick. I am not easily offended and try to offer grace where I can... Maybe someone will do the same for me sometime, when I say or do the incorrect thing.