red, yellow, black and white…they are precious in his sight…
Converstation this week between me and my 4th grader:
Chasie: Mom, can Sidney come over to play?
Me: I have to talk to his mom. Is he in your class? New friend?
Chasie: Yes, he is super cool. He asked me if my dad yelled at black kids.
Me: {I almost didn’t have words} What did you say?
Chasie: No, I told him dad only yells when we don’t pick up the Xbox controllers.
I went into the bathroom and wept. For this little boy who has to ask friends this question in today’s world. For his parents who have to keep him safe and sheltered. For my little boy who didn’t understand the magnitude of the question. That this even exists.
Please go hug your children or someone you love.
XO,
Bev
