Stuff Curry's Birthday Wish
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In celebration of Landon “Stuff Curry” Lee’s 1st birthday (July 21st), we would like to bring awareness to online bullying.
Hello, my name is Jessica Benton, the proud mother of Landon, or as you may know him, “Stuff Curry”.
We have teamed up with GoFundMe to raise money to change someone's life and bring awareness to cyber bullying.
By this past February, Landon’s photos were being shared and forwarded across several social media networks. Unfortunately, as his reach grew, so did a growing group of trolls who poked fun at his chubbiness. One of the comments named him “Stuff Curry,” a play on NBA player, Steph Curry, who many cited for their strong resemblance. Unaware of Steph Curry but understandably protective of my son, I was really shocked and hurt by the fat-shaming and parent-shaming that I was experiencing. To counteract the conversations mocking my son and my parenting, I decided to take ownership of his new nickname, “Stuff Curry.” I worked to change the tone of the situation from one that cyber-bullied my infant to a positive outcome.
Positive self esteem and public acceptance is deeply rooted with me due to the passing by suicide of my oldest son when he was 20 years old. It is not ok to call people names, make rude jokes about them or their appearance, and belittle others online or off. Words hurt. Sitting behind a computer, tablet or phone screen typing the worst comment you can think of affects others. Even if you think the person will never see the comments, you will never be sure of it.
As a mom, I want Landon to grow up and be sensitive to others feelings. I want him to stand up for what is right and protect others. We may now accept the name Stuff Curry, but many others will never be able to escape the torturous words people may type about them.
For those who would like to send a gift for Landon's birthday, please consider making a monetary donation to this campaign. All donations will go to benefit Cybersmile, a nonprofit organization that works to combat cyberbullying through counseling, awareness, and education by providing resources to kids and parents alike. We would love for you to make a difference with us!
Hello, my name is Jessica Benton, the proud mother of Landon, or as you may know him, “Stuff Curry”.
We have teamed up with GoFundMe to raise money to change someone's life and bring awareness to cyber bullying.
By this past February, Landon’s photos were being shared and forwarded across several social media networks. Unfortunately, as his reach grew, so did a growing group of trolls who poked fun at his chubbiness. One of the comments named him “Stuff Curry,” a play on NBA player, Steph Curry, who many cited for their strong resemblance. Unaware of Steph Curry but understandably protective of my son, I was really shocked and hurt by the fat-shaming and parent-shaming that I was experiencing. To counteract the conversations mocking my son and my parenting, I decided to take ownership of his new nickname, “Stuff Curry.” I worked to change the tone of the situation from one that cyber-bullied my infant to a positive outcome.
Positive self esteem and public acceptance is deeply rooted with me due to the passing by suicide of my oldest son when he was 20 years old. It is not ok to call people names, make rude jokes about them or their appearance, and belittle others online or off. Words hurt. Sitting behind a computer, tablet or phone screen typing the worst comment you can think of affects others. Even if you think the person will never see the comments, you will never be sure of it.
As a mom, I want Landon to grow up and be sensitive to others feelings. I want him to stand up for what is right and protect others. We may now accept the name Stuff Curry, but many others will never be able to escape the torturous words people may type about them.
For those who would like to send a gift for Landon's birthday, please consider making a monetary donation to this campaign. All donations will go to benefit Cybersmile, a nonprofit organization that works to combat cyberbullying through counseling, awareness, and education by providing resources to kids and parents alike. We would love for you to make a difference with us!
Organizer
Jessica Benton
Organizer
Quincy, IL
