At home, Kevin was not treated like a curiosity.
He was treated like a baby.
He still needed to be fed, comforted, bathed, and put to sleep. He still woke his parents during the night. He still needed affection and attention.
The unusual circumstances surrounding his birth were simply one part of everyday family life.
His parents knew that if they constantly emphasized how different he was, Kevin might eventually begin to believe that his appearance was more important than his personality.
So they focused on something else.
They encouraged him to discover who he was.
Growing Up Under Curious Eyes
As Kevin grew older, his size continued to attract attention.
Children and adults sometimes noticed him before they noticed anything else about him.
Some people were simply curious.
Others asked questions without realizing that their curiosity could make him uncomfortable.
