Little kids always come up and stare at Kennady. We have the opportunity to tell them about being born different, her brain is different, her legs don’t work, etc. They continue to look puzzled and then “it” clicks and they warm up to Kennady. Many of them hang out with her and like to play with her. Here is a pic of us talking to some kids at a park recently.
It is interesting how adults are so timid and kids are so blunt. As adults, we are scared that we will make people feel uncomfortable. We are afraid we will say something wrong or stare too long. Coming from our perspective, we are glad when people ask about Kennady, her condition, and her story.
I love that!
We met a man with a disfigured face when Brynna was little and when she acted timid he got down on her level and said, “My face looks very different doesn’t it?” It started a sweet conversation between them and she immediately felt comfortable with him.
So, practically speaking, what are some of the best things an adult could say to start that conversation with you about Kenna?
Conversation starters:
“Please tell me about your daughter (or Kennady)…”
or
“You have a beautiful family/child…What is her condition?”
There are some things not to say also. I’m thinking this will be a followup post next week. Thanks for asking.