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Monday, August 31, 2009
I know some people have a thing about redheads. I've had people say to me, "Oh, I'm so glad I never had redheads!" (As I sit there with my two red headed babies) I've had people say, "Oh, I ALWAYS wanted red headed kids!" Redheaded babies just evoke LOTS of emotion in certain people and they feel the need to come tell you about it.
(Tangent Alert: I had a "friend" tell me one time that she was so glad that she didn't have a redheaded boy because she had never seen a cute redheaded boy. And my son was sitting right there. And she knew I was married to a redheaded guy. THINK PEOPLE. THINK.)
So today at the grocery store (and if you've already heard this story, you can click away now if you want), an elderly man came up to my kids and said, "Hey, I see you've got some carrot tops." (Me cringing) Then he proceeds to call my son a carrot top to his face about five times. (Me cringing more) I finally said to myself,"Lord, if he says that one more time, I'm going to have to say something to him. And it won't be nice. Amen." Right after that we parted ways so I didn't have to go to kicking an older man in the nuts.
But seriously, people! I know he wasn't trying to be rude but come on. I guess what bothered me was that he was saying to my kids.
Also at the store, I accidentally bought grapes with seeds still in them. I mean, why do they even sell those? Does anyone go to the store and say, "Well, I really was wanting grapes with seeds but all I see are these useless seedless grapes!"
Carrot tops or not, I think they're pretty darn cute. 
20 comments:
I was wondering how you had an afghan just like mine--then I realized that picture was taken at our house! Don't take it to heart. you have two beautiful children and a right handsome husband. Some peoples' brains are not attached to their mouths (if they even HAVE a brain).
You are in an odd spot... friends don't think your kids can hear and strangers don't think saying things to your children like calling them carrot top might be offensive to you as their mom like any name calling should be, even though the old fellow probably didn't think that name was offensive. We've got red heads in our family and I totally agree with you. And I'm proud that you took time to say a little prayer instead of kicking that old man in whatever testicles he had left.
Helen
Reminds me of Gill and Anne in "Anne of Green Gables" when he called Anne "carrot top" and Anne broke her slate over his head.
I get the same thing sometimes from people only it's about obesity. And being not exactly a "svelte, model thin" person, I do take it personally. But, seeing as how I have SO MANY CURVES, I try to let it roll off of me.
But it hurts none-the-less.
They're seriously cute and I love their red hair!
They are oozing with cute....redheads ROCK!! But I'm not partial or anything. =D
Your red heads are adorable always! We love our little red head, but I do agree - lots of commentary. I think Landice might just start introducing herself as "Hi, my name is Landice the cute little red headed princess!" just to save some people the time.
I never realized redheads were such a commodity. Well, at least they didn't ask when the third baby was due or something. I think you would be slamming slates over heads then.
I think your kiddos are so cute! You are right, I'm sure the man wasn't being rude, but I agree- THINK!
I hear the same things. Comments all the time about red-headed boys when THEY KNOW how well behaved Ryan is. And stinkin' cute!
I don't know who Cheri is, but anyone who references Anne of G.G. is awesome in my book. And she spelled it correctly!
As a former red-head before old age, I got teased too. Especially when my mom remarried. Then I was the red-headed stepchild. Even still, I hope when Anna Jane actually GETS hair, it will be read like mine was. Your kids are ridiculously cute and that old man was ridiculously stupid.
Fact I was in love (from a distance) with a red headed guy in hs!
he was drop dead gorgeous!
Ah, I feel your pain! I have been called so many names I can't even remember them all. Most people have good intentions but still! I don't go around calling bald people slick or anything. Now I have a red head of my own as well. I'm trying to instill in her a love of her unique hair color. No one ever thought to tell me how special I was! I hear that red heads will be extinct in another few years so we should celebrate our red heads!!
Why in the world would somebody say "Im glad I didn't have redheads"?! It must suck to be that persons child.
Also, I don't get why pepole say things like "I do NOT want boys" (or girls). I think you are going to love whatever you have, but besides that how do you even know you dont want that sex?? I'm pretty sure everyone has the power to raise a child the way they want to regardless of gender! annoying!
Emily, your kids are absolutely precious and people are idiots! You wouldn't believe some of the comments/ stares our family gets (and old men are the worst!). You have a beautiful family!
Old people are the worst with their comments. We have been called "active" and "husky" which I know translates to wild and chubby. I love their hair. It's special. Maybe I can borrow Kendall to show my hairdresser what color I want mine dyed. :)
The only real thing I don't like about being a redhead is people like that old man who feel the need or feel they have the right to call me carrot top or red or redhead...seriously a sensitive subject with me! lol
P.S. Who is this "friend"...I need to pay her a visit and give her a close up look at the back of my hand! hahaha
As a redhead, I have to say... I was never made fun of, but my hair was definitely an attention-getter, and it never bothered me. My dad's cousin told me it was because I ate so many cherries. I may have gotten called "carrot top" once or twice but it was always in a friendly way, so it never bothered me. Don't let your kids think they SHOULD be bothered by all of that, and maybe they'll just come out liking the attention, like I did.
I always want to go up and tell redheaded kids they're beautiful and I love their hair, but I'm afraid that would come out looking like some kind of self-centered-ness when my hair's bright red, too! So, completely un-self-centered-ly, your children's hair is absolutely beautiful.
(As to Natalie, whoever she is, saying she wants to borrow Kendall to show her hairdresser- my dad's cousin really did have me clip some of my hair and mail it to her to show her hairdresser. Sadly, her hair turned out maroon.)
i think they're super freakin' cute!
I'm not sure how I missed this post! I used to say I never wanted a red-headed kid (I know, roll your eyes and get mad) but the more I see them the cuter they are! And your children are BEAUTIFUL! And honestly, how are people so dumb to just say stuff right in front of you? That's what BEHIND YOUR BACK is for...I feel like my comment has come out mean...goodbye :)
Ahhh I embrace redheadedness, as does my son. People are like this about twins, freckles, tall kids, small kids, special needs kids and the list goes on. It seems to be the norm when any parent is out with their little ones. Carrot Top has made a fortune and married a model embracing the label. They are healthy, happy kids with a mom that loves them - life is good, no?
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