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Newsweek
2 days ago
- General
- Newsweek
6-Year-Old Draws Picture of Family, Aunt Can't Help But Notice One Detail
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Georgia woman was delighted when her 6-year-old nephew first presented her with a drawing of her alongside his family. It was only when she took a closer look at the sketch that something about it began to bug her. In a post shared to TikTok under the handle @kbpalffy, Kasandra Palffy from Atlanta presented the picture her nephew Christain drew when he was 6. He is now 10. "It was during COVID," Palffy told Newsweek. "He has drawn numerous of these pictures over the years." This one was especially eye-catching to Palffy, who couldn't help but notice Christain had drawn her differently to the rest of the family. Ask a young child to draw a picture of their family, and the results may provide an indication of their home life. A 2014 study in the journal Attachment and Human Development found children who endure a chaotic home life were more likely to draw themselves away from their parents or as smaller figures than others on the page. Drooping arms, sad faces and a general appearance of indifference were also commonplace among those kids experiencing difficulties at home. Palffy said she didn't think her nephew's depiction of her as a little on the round size was an indication of anything sinister, but it did leave her feeling understandably self-conscious. Thankfully, there was an entirely logical explanation, which Christain was only too happy to provide. "When I first read it, I was like, 'Why am I the only round one?'" Palffy said. "He said, 'Because it was my birthday and I had on that big, pretty dress.'" Palffy could not help but laugh. Her nephew's response goes some way to explaining why the picture has remained in the family for so many years since. "I still laugh about it," Palffy said. "His mom has it in a frame." The picture garnered similarly amused responses on TikTok, with Palffy's video racking up over 1.5 million views and counting. Many users took the comments section to share their own experiences. "Swear my son did this exact picture I was the only one with a circle for my stomach," one wrote. Another said: "My daughter drew a beautiful picture of a house her and I included not her brother when I asked where's your brother as she immediately said oh he's inside the house." A third added: "my son drew all of us in a house, then he misbehaved later in the day. I shouted at him and he erased me." Reflecting on her newfound viral fame, Palffy put the picture's popularity down to the simple fact that "kids do the sweetest and funniest things."
Express Tribune
07-04-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Jaranwala family claims police misconduct after assault
A Christain family in Ghaffari Town, Malkhawala area was reportedly assaulted on Monday. As per the initial reports, Farooq Masih and his son Haroon were allegedly attacked following a dispute with a group of local residents. The disagreement reportedly escalated after offensive language was exchanged. When the situation became tense, Farooq Masih called the police emergency helpline (15) seeking assistance. However, the family has alleged that instead of providing protection, the police handed over Haroon to the opposing party, who then took him to a nearby residence, where he was reportedly subjected to further physical assault. The incident came to light when Akmal Bhatti, Chairman of the Minorities Alliance Pakistan, visited the family, recorded their statements, and presented Haroon before the area magistrate's court. The court ordered a medical examination at the District Headquarters Hospital to determine the extent of the injuries. Bhatti emphasized the need for fair and unbiased policing, urging authorities to address the family's concerns and take appropriate legal action. He stated that the rule of law must be upheld, and no one should be allowed to misuse their influence, regardless of background or status. He also raised concerns over an alleged delay in registering the family's complaint, stating that an application had been submitted to Saddar Police Station three days prior, but an FIR had not yet been registered. Bhatti warned that continued inaction would lead to further legal steps, including approaching higher courts to ensure justice. Meanwhile, locals have called for a thorough and impartial investigation, urging law enforcement agencies to ensure that all parties involved are heard and that the matter is resolved according to legal procedures. No official statement has yet been released by Faisalabad police regarding the allegations.
