To the Kindred Spirit at the Playground Last Saturday:
I felt compelled to share my thoughts regarding an encounter between our children. You may recall me as the father of the boy in the pink dress.
As we arrived at the playground, my son was practically buzzing with excitement. I asked him, “Are you really sure you want to wear that dress?” To which he joyfully exclaimed, “Yes! I want to show everyone how beautiful I am in this beautiful dress!” This was a significant moment for both of us.
He had never expressed a desire to wear a dress outside before. I chose not to discourage him—after all, who really cares? Or at least, that’s what we hope.
As you observed, his enthusiasm was infectious. He twirled, skipped, and eagerly approached your daughter and her friend, asking, “Do you like my dress? Can I play with you?” Those ten minutes of pure joy were truly heartwarming. He radiated happiness, like a bright star or a vibrant firework. It was a glorious, genuine moment.
I wish he could maintain that level of joy throughout his life. It saddens me that societal norms often suppress such uninhibited excitement. When do adults or even teenagers jump around with glee in public? Eventually, even my little boy may feel the weight of self-consciousness about his exuberance.
Sadly, wearing a dress in public may not always evoke such joy for him. Your daughter and her friend, being older, seemed less than interested in his enthusiastic overtures. Yet he persisted, “Look at my beautiful Sleeping Beauty dress!”
When your daughter remarked to you, “Daddy, that boy is wearing a dress,” I felt a pang of frustration. I confess, I wished I could have tripped her in that moment.
It’s likely you’re a heterosexual father from rural Connecticut, where gender norms are typically less flexible. It’s a rarity even in metropolitan areas. However, when your daughter pointed out my son’s attire, your response was what I can only describe as pure gold: “Well, you’re wearing pants, aren’t you?”
Your kindness and understanding touched me deeply. Like you, I desire nothing but happiness for our children. Although I worry that my son might one day regret his choices, for now, he loves expressing himself in this way.
Thank you for supporting my son’s decision. Your acceptance positively influenced your daughter’s perspective, too. I fully expect that others may criticize my son’s self-expression, which terrifies me. That fear sometimes leads me to suppress his joy, but I know I can’t shield him from everything.
More importantly, his self-expression must be nurtured. We encourage him, allowing him to bask in his joy for as long as possible. When the inevitable challenges arise, we will confront them together.
Thank you for fostering an environment of acceptance for my son. Your reaction has inspired me to be a better father.
Warm regards,
A fellow dad
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In summary, this letter expresses gratitude to a fellow parent who demonstrated understanding and support for a child’s self-expression. It reflects on the societal challenges surrounding gender norms while emphasizing the importance of nurturing joy and acceptance in children.
Keyphrase: acceptance of self-expression in children
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