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Jack A. Ori's avatar

ugh that teacher... I know it was 1975, but still.

When I was in first grade a girl in my class asked, with no sense of why it would be hurtful, "Excuse me, but are you mentally retarded?" I remember being shocked at the question.

Like you I was shy and introverted.

Love your letter to your younger self though. You definitely overcame those early assumptions and labels.

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Brian R King, MSW's avatar

It amazes me that someone would ask that question without intending to be hurtful.

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Jack. I appreciate you commenting.

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