It's not, but people are often suspicious of people who are different. At least in my experience.

(he doesn't see how anyone would see this ball of sunshine as a threat though.)

No laughing, prommise.

(his eyes do widen at the first, and he reaches out to touch it out of curiosity. it's more solid than he expected.)

This doesn't seem silly, seems useful. Lots of versatility, I'm guessing.