Do you guys remember this post in which I shared a story about a little boy, a garden trellis, a portcullis, and Google?
Oh, and I also used the dreaded g-word.
I talked about how my son is g-g-g-gifted and how the word “gifted” is a terrible label. It doesn’t come close to capturing who he is, deep down, with all of his unique strengths and struggles.
Truly, I feel that if more folks understood the asynchronous development aspect of giftedness, life would change for these kids.
Because the reality is, gifted children are not better than their peers, they are just different. And just like other populations that differ significantly from the norm, gifted children need support in order to thrive.
But, here’s the thing: People are afraid to use thebecause of all the many myths associated with it, all the misconceptions, and undue expectations.
They do not want to be perceived as That Parent, the parent who thinks his or her child is better than every other child who has ever walked this earth.
And that makes it really, really challenging to connect with other gifted families.
These kids need to know they are not alone.
They need what I call Portcullis Peeps.
Referred to as intellectual peers in gifted literature, Portcullis Peeps are those friends who get you. Those friends around whom you are free to be your unabashed geeky self.
There is no need to tone it down, to edit, or feel in any way uncomfortable around Portcullis Peeps. They are your kindred spirits.
Well, recently, I’ve found them.
Folks, there is something magical about seeing your child interact with a Portcullis Peep. That sparkle in my son’s eyes gets brighter, his smile bigger, his laugh louder.
It’s freeing to be yourself, isn’t it? To be appreciated for who you are, deep down?
Today I’m going to tell you how you can find Portcullis Peeps, too.
4 Ways to Find Portcullis Peeps:
Because parents need Portcullis Peeps, too!
Now, it’s your turn: Does your child have Portcullis Peeps? Have you found your tribe? Share here!
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