Comments on: The Clown That Changed The World

By: JunkStuffTreasures

JunkStuffTreasures — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:50:17 +0000

Shame on those parents. Children can be forgiven, but adults should know better. What a perfect teaching moment that would have been to explain that people are people/everyone is different.

I have an autistic son and in the past, I have gone over to adults who were staring and asked (well, maybe confronted) them about their rude behavior. Life is hard enough, who needs additional stresses?

I'm glad you found a "friend" in the antiques booth owner.

By: Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 11:42:38 +0000

I pick the way of the clown, too, Pam...wonderful post! XO

By: Maureen

Maureen — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:57:20 +0000

I just found you today and have added your button to my blog list so I will be sure to return. But I just wanted to say, you will always remember that kind gentleman when you look at that clown.

The awful parents of the rude kids? You'll forget them.

One nice person makes up for ten bad ones.

By: Jane

Jane — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 01:30:02 +0000

Pam, I'm just catching up on blog reading and came across this post. It is really sad that adults would rather turn their heads than take an opportunity to talk with their children about disabilities and the challenges that people face. I can't begin to express how much I admire you. As Bruce's disease progressed I became his sole caregiver and I know first hand how difficult that role is. But as difficult as I know things have to be at times, your positive attitude shines through in every post. You have such a wonderful sense of humor and it is always a pleasure to drop by your blog and see what you've been up to. You are truly an inspiration! I'm glad you and your son had a more enjoyable 2nd day while out shopping. The kindness of the vendor does put back a little faith in mankind. Thanks for sharing your story with us.
Jane

By: Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads

Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:00:22 +0000

Pam,
When I was teaching, I got so tired of telling kids how they should behave. In my experience, so many parents want to be their kid's buddy, not their parent! So sad, but I'm glad that the kindness of another stranger turned your day around for the better!

By: Polly McCormick

Polly McCormick — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:25:49 +0000

I give you such credit for thinking those words in your head rather than saying them to that rude kid. I'm sorry you had such a bad day at the Conservatory, that should always be a beautiful experience. So good to hear that there's still good guys left in this world too! Go antique mall employee!! Hope you love your new{old} oil cans!!

By: The Other Mrs. Miller

The Other Mrs. Miller — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:34:29 +0000

That creepy looking clown got a whole lot better looking after reading your whole post.

By: Jean Poylini

Jean Poylini — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:57:26 +0000

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By: TracyMB @ Crows Feet Chic

TracyMB @ Crows Feet Chic — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:49:43 +0000

Hugs to you both. It always amazes me how the actions of strangers has such an effect on us - good and bad. I wish more people were the clown givin' type. I sure hope that the mothers of those children went home and thought about their inaction and the opportunity they missed to teach their children an important lesson. I'm so glad the clown day trumped the conservatory day and I'm with you -- public places are not playgrounds.

I almost said something to two women in a store yesterday who's kids were running and screaming like they were at the park. It really takes away from other folk's enjoyment. There is a time and place for everything. There is no time and place for ignorance -- I really do hope those mothers do better next time. xo

By: Sherry@Back2Vintage

Sherry@Back2Vintage — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:39:32 +0000

So glad that kindness won out!!! You are a GREAT MOM!!!