We laughed at him as we were heading back to the car.
But, yes.
When they see somebody acting intentionally pathetic, their reactions are theirs. Tolerance isn’t always warranted.
Maybe I should have had them go up and comfort the pussy?
No, one should NEVER condone disrespect by kids, period. I do not care what their issues are, unless they are criminals, perhaps (tolerance? Can’t have any for a passing stranger who just seems different?). Poor leading by example.