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ST. LOUIS – For parents or young students worried about bullying during the new school year – meet Robert Hoge.
An author and motivational speaker, Hoge has written a book called Ugly. It's the story of what it's like to grow up with a disability. Ugly is the account of Robert's life from his birth to the arrival of his daughter.
Robert was born with a large tumor on his forehead. His facial features were severely distorted and his legs were twisted and useless. According to his website, Robert's mother refused to look at him, or bring him home.
So how should kids deal with accepting themselves and others?
After making it through the tough years when children can be so heartless, KTVI asked Hoge if he ever gets bullied now.
"I get some strange looks from some adults from time to time. But, no, not really," said Robert Hoge.
His book focuses on the love and support of his family and how they helped him overcome incredible hardships.
For more information visit:
RobertHoge.com
@RobertHoge
http://www.mainstreetbooks.net/