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Examples of Kindness

Our son has a contact and ingestion peanut allergy.

A very social young man, this can make life interesting. He is also, a Cub Scout, an avid train buff, a library/bookstore junkie and a participant in our local Little League. 

Recently, a friend whose son is also a Cub Scout, thought it would be a great idea to have a Valentine's Day Party at her house. As part of their scouting requirements, the boys could help plan the party, make decorations, set up and clean up.  And of course, it could all be peanut free. It was a make-your-own sundae party.

We sat down over a cup of tea, she asked about what ice cream is safe, toppings, etc. She was more than willing to let us make toppings at home, hunt down the sprinkles, bring some bananas, raisins, marshmallows, gummy bears ... all things he loves on ice cream.

It was so easy for her to open her heart so he could be included safely. He had a great time and no one noticed that it was a nut-free afternoon.


Do you have a story of a simple act of kindness or gesture of understanding?  Send it to me at healthykids@rcn.com. 

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ELLIE GOLDBERG, M.Ed. is an education and environmental health advocate for healthy children, safe schools and sustainable communities – clean water, clean air, clean energy and safe food. Inspired by the legacy of Rachel Carson, who taught that our health and security is intimately connected to the quality of our environment, Ellie is active in public health, environmental, educational and public policy organizations working to increase citizen engagement, government accountability and corporate responsibility on behalf of children and their healthy development. 

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