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He had never asked to become the subject of conversations among strangers.
Yet his physical appearance often became an introduction before people had learned his name.
At first, this could be frustrating.
Finding Toddler Gear
Imagine walking into a room and realizing that people are talking about you before they have even spoken to you.
For a young person, that kind of attention can make ordinary situations feel much more complicated.
But Kevin gradually learned how to handle it.
Locating Child Care
Sometimes he answered questions with humor.
Sometimes he simply smiled and moved on.
And sometimes he made it clear that he preferred talking about something
Learning when to respond and when to ignore attention became part of growing up.
His Family Helped Him See Beyond the Label
One of the most important influences in Kevin’s childhood was his family.
His parents consistently reminded him that his appearance
