Justin Enjoys Preschool

After dropping Kevin off at school, Justin, Brian and I went to the library. The library we went to has two designated computers for kids. Justin played phonics and math games for about 45 minutes. Brian ‘played’ too. We checked out some DVDs and books, ate some food, then headed for Justin’s school.

Justin was excited to go to school today. We got to the school about 20 minutes early, so we sat in the van for a while. He could hardly wait to go to his classroom – he kept saying, “I’m ready to go. I'm ready to go.” In the classroom, I said goodbye to him and that I would pick him up at 3:00, and he smiled and said, “Okay.” (No loud protests - we've made progress!)

His class is still studying the letter ‘F,’ and today they ate French fries. Each student brought items that began with ‘F’ to class to place in the letter box. Justin brought Froot Loops and a Chinese fan. For crafts – each student made a picture with a firetruck.

At home, when Kenton asked Justin how school was, he said that he didn’t cry. We told him that he is a big boy now. He learned to handle being on his own (and enjoy himself) for a couple of hours – and this after only two classes. We’re so proud of him!

UPDATE ON DAD: Yesterday, Dad decided to go outside and do some yard work. He told Mom that he was tired of being on his back and wanted to get some fresh air. Later, Mom got a phone call from Beryl telling her that Dad needed help (Beryl was at work in D.C.). Mom ran outside and found that Dad was on the ground. He had fainted, and tried to call Mom with his cellphone, but had dialed Beryl instead. Mom couldn’t lift him up. She didn’t want to leave Dad to get help from the neighbors, so she called some friends who quickly came, carried him inside the house, and placed him in bed.

I spoke with Mom earlier today and she said that Dad is doing well. He is taking it easy today. I also spoke with Dad a little while ago, and he said he is feeling fine.