cr0m wrote >>
KSquared wrote >>
The concept of the event was a bit perplexing to me, but with this being a young program I am sure there is room for lessons learned, right?
I'm going to ask cr0m to take a look at this. He has alopecia and went through some pretty tough times as a kid and a young adult. Insurance generally doesn't cover things like wigs, which can be expensive. I think the more resources that exist for kids going through this kind of thing, the better. This is an organization to which I would definitely consider donating my time.Wow! how did a charity event get all of this started! You guys make me laugh. As Ksquared pointed out, I do personally know how bad it can be for kids to look a little different from others (hell, I still look a little freaky). But all the brutal teasing made me stronger and I wouldn't change a damn thing.
I personally think that we teach our kids very unhealthy ways to measure beauty and success in society. However, we can only blame ourselves. I love this organizations purpose and would like to get involved if they need the help. One thing though, as was posted earlier, I don't like blanket statements that imply "all people are pretty". They aren't. I never liked "feel good" statements like that. Face it, some aren't physically attractive and some have really ugly personalities. What's important is teaching that people don't HAVE to look a certain way to have value and that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Anyway, this organization seems cool.
Hi crOm, The blanket statement I made was of my own personal belief that there is usually some redeeming quality (good) in everyone that makes them BeaUtiful "pretty." We'd LOVE to have you get involved with our foundation! That would be VERY nice :)




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