Want to have fun? Go to lunch with you granddaughter or grandson at her or his elementary school. Poppy and I had the opportunity to do this just today, and it was an interesting adventure! For starters, grandparents had two choices: a) purchase a school prepared lunch, which we did, or b) pack your own healthy lunch and juice, which we should have done. We bought chicken(?) (I've never seen gray chicken meat before) nuggets, and it didn't actually tastes very much like chicken, either; nonetheless I ate a few pieces before I put the rest on Poppy's plate. The mashed potatoes and gravy were delicious, as were the Mandarin orange pieces. Both Poppy and I agreed that the vanilla fat-free milk was a little strange tasting; perhaps if we had tried the chocolate instead...? But, Sam and I liked the Cinnamon Goldfish so well that we shared two packs of them!
Then we had a few minutes to visit Sam's classroom and see his desk. It is a newer school, well appointed, great staff, extra classes in the arts, very, very up to date and impressive. The Principal was rightfully proud of his school which is an Ohio School of Excellence. Moreover, he was friendly and appropriately close to the students. We left feeling confident that this school is well-equipped to meet the special needs of our grandson's special condition. Sam's Tourette Syndrome won't hold him back in this well-equipped learning environment. He is just another one of the kids!
Somewhat quiet during lunch, Sam was quick with the hugs and kisses when it came time for us to leave. He didn't seem the least bit embarrassed that his Grandma was a bit older, heavier and slower than most of the other grandmas. He understood why I couldn't climb the long, wide stairway that led to his art classroom. Poppy accompanied him up there and that was their time. Lee was grinning from ear to ear as he bounded down the stairs. Looked like Poppy may have gotten a hug or two himself!
On the way home we discussed how much Sam is growing and learning and making his way in life, Tourette Syndrome and all. He is very bright, gifted in art (like his Dad and his Poppy), has a love of nature, music and acrobatics. He's a Boy Scout, has earned a higher level belt in Karate, swims and climbs walls. Actually, there isn't much Sam can't or doesn't do. He's eight and great! And he is a blessing to his family!
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