This young man, Caillou Pettis (below) is a big fan of the famous American singer-songwriter, Taylor Swift. Unfortunately, Caillou has been a victim of bullying on a daily basis and so he decided to write a message, to Taylor, describing his predicament.
Taylor Swift is so amazing. I love everything she does, so much, and I am so glad that she cares about the fans. Fans are everything to Taylor. She cares about them. I’ve been a fan for as long as I can remember. My name is Caillou Pettis, and I love you, your fans, etc. Your songs are so sweet, and they’ve got so much meaning in every lyric, and it really makes me smile to know that a celebrity with tens of millions of fans replies to fans. It’s incredible.
I get bullied everyday, and I try to #ShakeItOff. One of the biggest reasons why I get bullied is my name. I couldn’t even tell you the amount of times I’ve been bullied because of it. I’ve been punched for it, etc. I also get bullied because I’m really skinny, but I’m proud of being skinny. I like my appearance. If people don’t like the way I look, they shouldn’t bully me.
Love, A Swiftie – Caillou Pettis
Taylor Swift If you replied to this, it would make my next 10 years!
Taylor Swift (below) saw the message and replied beautifully to Caillou with sensitivity and kindness:
Caillou-
Hi pal.
I was really shocked to hear you say that you’d been bullied because of your name because the first thing I thought when I saw it was ‘woah, Caillou is such a cool name’. Honestly. I thought it was so cool because it’s different, and herein lies our issue: you will always be criticized and teased and bullied for things that make you different, but usually those things will be what set you apart. The things that set you apart from the pack, the things that you once thought were your weaknesses will someday become your strengths. So if they say you’re weird or annoying or strange or too this or not enough that, maybe it’s because you threaten them. Maybe you threaten them because you’re not the norm. And if you’re not the norm, give yourself a standing ovation.Now I want to tell you that I think you look great the way you are. No one has the right to criticize you for how your body looks, but they will. One thing I’ve learned from experiencing this exact kind of criticism is that no one else can label your body except for you. No one gets to have a place in your mind if they weren’t invited there by you. So please do me this one favor: Don’t let their ugly words into your beautiful mind.
And if someone punches you again, call the police and report them because that is assault. I’m serious. There’s no direct penalty for bullying with words (except karma) but no one is allowed to hit you. Ever.
Thanks for telling me your story and for being so strong.
Proud of you, Caillou Pettis.
How wonderful! 🙂
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I’ve always liked her, hehe
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Great story to start my day with. Thank you😄
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Hey Sarah 🙂 You’re welcome! 🙂
Best, Mike.
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High—>5! ThWAck!!! 🙂
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Well done. With her popularity, she can influence people in a positive way.
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how sweet!
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Sweet of her to take the time to care and that kid is going places.
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So beyond her years. Thank goodness there are people that champion those without a voice. It’s too bad that some people think it’s there right to hurt others. Karma. I think it exists.
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It does. It so does.
Best, Mike.
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Wow! Great advice about sbelieving in yourself and standing up to bullies xx Rowena
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What a legend. He has an awesome name! And although he shouldn’t have to deal with it, Hi 5s to him an how well is dealing with his situation. He will show them all one day that he is a winner no matter what they said. It’s good to know that their are celebs out there that do care about their fans.
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Calliou is the coolest name I have ever come across. Go buddy !!!!
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Thank you 🙂
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goodnight baby darling i miss your … i love you.see tomorrow.
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This has made my day seeing Taylor swift young her fans I have never.been to her concerts but I listen to her all the time I have been bullied on my bday before thank you
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