We spent a day at Disney and a day at SeaWorld to wrap up our days stateside while house hunting. The kids got a great view of the parade while we were dining in Frontier Land. At SeaWorld, Matt and Grace were quite courageous and road the Manta with Dad. I was more than happy to "volunteer" to stay with the younger ones. Joy and Andrew enjoyed the shows at both parks. However, at SeaWorld we had a difficult time finding adequate shade for Joy. We also became acutely aware on this trip of the curiosity of strangers in regards to Joy's nevi. Due to the fact that our base here is small and intimate we haven't had to deal too much with the comments and stares of strangers. However, I have to admit on this trip it began to get to me. It is not the glances of interest of people passing by that break my heart, it is the people who make revolting faces or comments that are meant to insult. On several occasions, I just went up and asked if the person had any questions about her condition. Of course, they would say no and continue on. We have no objection to answering questions especially when they come from children. We have found that most children are accepting once we explain that she has birthmarks. It is the adults who we find unforgiving. We know that this will be a ongoing journey for both Joy and our family. We pray that we will be able to model appropriate responses for Joy in these circumstances. We already know God has given her a spunky, loving personality and that He has great plans for her. She is His beautiful Princess and that is all that matters. I pray as she grows and comes to know Jesus that others will see His light shining forth from her.
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