I came to visit you today. My mom came with me…and she stayed. I know that one day she won’t be able to stay. But, for now, when we visit, she can stay with me.

When we got to kindergarten, I met my teacher, Mrs. S. She liked that I wore my panther shirt. I’m glad my mom asked me about wearing it. Mrs. S was happy to see me. I could tell by her smile and her eyes. We have been talking about emotions at my school. Emotions mean how you feel. I am learning how to know what people are feeling just by looking at them.

When I saw all the stuff in kindergarten, I was surprised. I saw words on the wall, and I got to read them to my mom. I saw some toys, too. Like trains…those are my favorite. I also saw toys for building. One of the boys was playing Starfall on the computer. I love Starfall!

My mom and I walked around the classroom. I held her hand. My hands felt funny, so I needed to do something with them. With one hand I held my mom’s and the other I put into a fist and touched my nails with my fingers. It helped me feel better. …continue reading

I like my stuff. And, I like it to be out where I can see it. My mom always wants me to clean up, but it makes me feel better when I know my stuff is there, ready for me.

Some of my stuff is toys. But, I have other stuff that makes me feel calm and good and just right. You may not understand what I mean. It’s hard to explain. My stuff just makes me better.

At home I have a bouncy ball, a squish bed, a balance board, dinosaur feet, and probably some other things that I am forgetting. I also like to cuddle up tight with my mom, sometimes. She gives me squeezes and big hugs. I don’t always like to be touched, even by my mom. But, sometimes it make me feel really good. …continue reading