My two sons are so very different in so many ways. This week, they are attending different groups of the same zoo camp. When I picked up Son #1, I asked him if he had a good day and if he met anyone in his small group. He said he had a great time and could not remember the names of anyone in his group. When we found Son #2, he also had enjoyed his day and proceeded to introduce us to Tony and ask if Tony could come over for a playdate. Strangers in the morning, Tony and Son #2 had become fast friends over lunch. Despite their different experiences, both boys loved camp!
P.S. I have to give Son #1 a lot of credit. This is the 7th year that he has gone to zoo camp and the second camp he has attended this summer on his own. He is completely comfortable with himself and does not need to be surrounded by friends to have fun. When I was his age, there is NO WAY I could have done that…I would have been too afraid to take risks without a close friend attached to my hip. I really respect that he refuses to hide behind his shyness and he is willing to try new things. Way to go!
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It's so awesome they're able to interact in the way that feels most comfortable to them. It's a testament to your amazing parenting! I heard a speaker once say that some people are like the little legos that have two bumps but are really tall, they need just a couple close friends and want to go deep with them. Other people are like the flat legos with a bunch of bumps. They need lots of friends and don't need to go nearly so deep. It's helpful to know which kind of person you are and to find like-minded friends. Then you don't drive everyone crazy! Keep up the great posts!!
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