Play date
pamelamyers | November 17, 2013
Yesterday, Sam had her first official play date. Mark and I have talked about how we should try to set something up with a girl in her class so that Sam can play one on one with someone, which is when she does the best. Sam interacts so much better, so much more openly, when she is playing with just one kid than in a group. I think she is doing better in school, but I do observe her on the playground when I come to pick her up, and she still seems a bit shy, even though I do know she talks to some of the kids.
There is a girl named Julia who lives a street over and I thought maybe she would be a good choice. There are not a lot of kids on our street that are Sam’s age, and it would be nice for her to have a friend who lives so close. I have talked to her mom a few times, briefly, at school, but never got around to actually trying to set anything up. Julia came to our house for trick or treat, so they do know where we live. Last night, before dinner, Mark and I heard someone at the door — it was Julia and her mom! They were headed for the playground and thought Sam might want to join. Of course! Sam was so excited. So I went to the playground with them and I have to say, Sam had such a great time! She and Julia ran around and did their thing while I sat on the bench chatting. Eventually, it started to get cold, and dark, so we all left but Sam kept asking me if maybe Julia could come to her house, or she could go to Julia’s. I told her of course we could try to do that. Now I just have to get on it! I was so happy to see Sam having a good time playing that I will do whatever I can to facilitate a friendship for her. It helps that Julia’s mom is very nice, thankfully, she is someone I enjoy talking to.
So, Sam had yet another first! Yay Sam!
