School's Out

 

 

Reece is officially on summer break and passed through Kinder II with flying colors. We are proud of our boy - he has grown and changed so much since we dropped him off those first days, crying and clinging to my leg. He spent those first weeks and maybe even months checking everyone and everything out - soaking in the language differences - and pretty much standing back being quiet. When it was his time, he adjusted and gained his confidence and took off. Awhile ago his teacher told us he is a different boy - no longer quiet and shy (I think it was her gentle way of sending the message that he was causing a few minor disruptions by being funny with his friends in class) He made so many good friends and we are amazed at how natural it is for him to speak spanish! He has begun to read and write and is just a great kid!

Now it is on to Kinder III (what everyone in our culture would call Kindergarten!). His little brother Chase is gearing up to head into Kinder I and I think the idea is becoming a little more acceptable to him everyday. He will have a lot of fun and is pretty proud that he gets to be upstairs with the big kids (I honestly think that when he realized this it made all the difference in the world in his willingness to go! funny boy!)

So....I am enjoying the happy moments in our home with these two big brothers playing together. They can create the most interesting games and are pretty creative! Sure, it can erupt quickly, but let's just focus on the harmonious play that does raise its pretty little head too! It will be really different to have them both at school in August (they start the 18th) so I am trying to remind myself to make this a special summer for all of us! It has been rainey all week and so we haven't had much outdoor time together....but we are brainstorming lots of arts and crafts to keep us entertained. Any fun suggestions - send them my way please!!!