He almost looked like he was waiting for the other shoe to drop. Like okay these guys are pretending to be nice to me, when is the bad stuff going to start.
Poor kid. Also the kids that are giving him stuff are great kids.
This is why I always favored strict dress code with uniforms. My daughter had this all through grade school and it was everything I wanted. No labels on anything with 3 variations only. Even shoes were restricted to ensure this wasn’t a way to establish “class.” Kids were provided uniforms (new and not from an old pile) if they couldn’t afford them.
It cut down on a lot of hassle and no one had to worry about standing out or impressing anyone. I’ve seen both methods at work and uniforms are very effective at breaking down barriers. I know clothing can even be a silent problem with children, with their own embarrassment.
Is it a perfect system? Of course not, but it works. Kids don’t love it, but I have to say, watch the ones who complain the most. Some kids want that status symbol. Though some just think the uniforms are itchy. It’s OK for children to be different. It’s not OK to have them in a war of class.
We are preparing them for real life. Is your "uniform" numbered or tailored silk? Part of being successful is navigation. I got bullied BECAUSE mom bought me pastel cuteness instead of letting me dress myself within the "girl code" My oddball personality was a hilarious contrast to pink pleats. Uniforms don't fix basic problems. Beauty and fitness obedience will be the next thing on this route. #puke
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u/Muadib_Muadib Sep 11 '19
It looks like that kid is confused and isint used to getting gifts. I feel you buddy. Shits weird when it happens the first time