In Picayune, Mississippi, a heartbreaking situation unfolded when a seven‑year‑old boy, Colton, lost his sister and has since been struggling with grief.
While trying to cope, he has also been subjected to relentless bullying that has crushed his self‑esteem.
His gentle nature, even seen on the football field where he avoided aggression, has made him a target rather than being respected.
The consequences have been devastating: Colton has expressed that he would rather be an angel with his sister than face the cruelty of school and daycare.
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A Mother Speaks Out on the Pain Her Son Carries After Being Bullied
Treasure Vogel, his mother, took to Facebook to share her son’s painful reality.
In her post, she described Colton’s grief, the bullying he faces, and her frustration with adults failing to protect children.
She emphasized that this is not “kids being kids” but a serious failure of responsibility.
Her focus was on raising awareness, urging parents to talk to their children about kindness, and asking for recommendations for a children’s therapist.
At last, she concluded her post with urgency and determination, stating:
If anyone has recommendations for a children’s therapist, please drop them in the comments—because I will do whatever it takes to protect my child!! Thanks for coming to my TED talk.
People reacted strongly to Treasure’s post, sharing their perspectives and emotions.
One commenter highlighted their point of view, saying,
Kids are SO mean! This is truly terrible, I’m so sorry he has been dealing with that.
Another shared their frustration, saying,
Actually let me find out someone is messing with my baby, they momma grandmaw auntie uncle daddy and sister can get it.
Others expressed their concern about parenting, saying,
Some kids are disgusting. A lot of it is assholes are raising little assholes. Now not all the time is a problem child from crappy parents. But for the most part it’s learned behavior from someone. I’ve met some real pieces of work. Poor little man 🥺 he’s been thru enough.
This story is more than just about one child; it is a call to action for an entire community.
Treasure Vogel’s post sheds light on the devastating impact of unchecked bullying, especially on children already carrying the weight of grief.
Parents play a crucial role in breaking this cycle. It is not enough to assume children will “work it out” on their own.
Parents must actively check whether their child is being bullied or, just as importantly, whether they are bullying others.
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