I was at a soft play area with ds (3.5) today and overheard a nanny or au pair say something to a child who was with her friend (also an au pair)that really upset me.
She was very off hand with the child she was looking after, and then called over to the younger of her friend's charges (they were mixed race)'hey, chocolate, do you want a drink?'. The other girl looked a bit surprised, laughed, and the first one said 'I think thats what I'll call him'. English was not her first language but she spoke it well. Maybe she wasnt aware how racist it sounded, but then again, I cant think that it would be acceptable anywhere? It wasnt exactly in an insulting tone of voice, but really not affectionate either. He was only about 2 so I think it would have gone over his head, but I did feel upset, and I feel pathetic now for not having said anything.
It has been on my mind. What would you have done.?
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Its none of my business, but I kind of wish I'd said something
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soyabean · 06/02/2003 20:33
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