Boys Summer 2022 Japan trip
For almost 5 weeks 2 boys and I were in Japan while my wife m and 1-yr old LM stayed in Georgia. Taking the advantage of this opportunity, both boys temporarily went to local elementary school or kindergarten, both of which I went to in my childhood. 6-yr old HG thrived from get-go likely thanks to our devotion to Japanese language education as a 2nd language. 3-yr old AK initially seemed to have understandably struggled to adjust to the different environment in multiple ways but he eventually coped with it. They made friends, experienced nature there. Families from both sides helped a lot, and boys re-established bonds with both great/grandparents. It was indeed exhausting for me, and for grandparents, but that's what kids take to extend their world. It was worth it. I strongly hope that we can make this Summer trip and local school visit as our tradition.