MongirfemShe's different from other girls. She looks seemingly nowhere because she cannot see. She never could. Her head is tilted in a way that disregards stares of those around her because she never felt them. Her face is relaxed and back straight as she doesn't contort herself for strangers' eyes. She plays with her cane and her movements are spontaneous.
Don't tell her others are looking. Don't tell her they are uncomfortable because she's different and isn't as stiff as they are. Don't tell her to stop moving like she does. Don't plunge her into eternal anxiety about what is and is not proper. Do not ruin this moment. Simply admire it and let her have her fun.
p99
2023-10-07 19:48:36 +0000