An opportunity somehow arose today for me to have a brief chat with Calvin’s teacher at school.  Mrs D asked how my trip to Sydney was! Why the exclamation mark?  Well, I was surprised that the teacher knew I was away in Sydney.  Apparently Mr Calvin has told all his teachers and friends this morning that I was away in Sydney last week and his mummy is back now. He even told them I bought donut with chocolate and sprinkle on it for him and his brother! I am not sure what else he has told his teachers about me ….. haha :)  Mrs D told me that Calvin was pretty upset last Thursday (first day of school after school holiday) at school and he kept telling his teachers his mummy was still not home yet.  He was a bit down ….. 🙁 And, he was happy as usual today. :)  Mrs D also told me that Calvin has become very sociable and chatty lately as compared to the first couple of terms at school when he was very quiet.  I have to thank her and the other teachers for being so encouraging to Calvin, making his experience at school very positive.

I did not realise the effect of my absence on the boys, especially Calvin until today.  I thought they would be fine with their dad and grandma.  They were fine.  However, they are also very used to having me with them everyday and so I guess they can feel the difference when I am not around.  Robin has also told me that Calvin’s behaviour has somewhat become more teary and whiney …. not sure if this has anything to do with my trip as children always go through different phases.  Anyhow, we still have to be there for him and correct his behaviour when necessary.

As for Mr A, he is his usual happy chatty self.  I had the morning with him today and I totally enjoyed it.  We had a gym class and did some groceries at the supermarket. I totally enjoyed my time with this little fellow.  I really wish, if I can, that he won’t grow up too quickly! Not sure if this is possible. 🙂

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