Henry is the smallest person in our immediate family, but he has the biggest personality. There is never a dull moment with this kid. He came out of the womb with grit and determination.
We don’t remember potty training him. He just watched his brother and wanted to do it too. We were worried about him learning his letters because he seemed “behind” in Pre-K. Now we have to take his kindle away at night sometimes because he will stay up way too late reading. In kindergarten, he got a “U” in works well with others. He is as stubborn as a mule. He does things at his own pace, on his own terms, when he is ready.
Worldschooling has been great for Henry. The hardest part for him is not having other kids besides his brother to play with, but that is a COVID thing, not a world-traveling thing. He is flourishing in an environment where he has more control over his schedule and how he gets his work done. He has been able to spend more time exploring his interests. He is a technology guy and we are finding that he learns better on technology. The best part of worldschooling for Henry is that we get done with the curriculum learning early in the day. That leaves him with a lot of free time to read, play Minecraft, swim, and play with his brother and his toys.
Henry does not slow down. He goes until he drops, wherever he is. He once fell asleep standing up. Having a strong-willed child has its pluses and minuses. Every day with Henry is a challenge, but also a joy.
Henry is a hamburger guy. He also loves canteloupe, donuts, and pickle juice. He will try most foods. He once ate a fish eyeball on a dare from Michael.
We would not trade all the money in the world for the time that we are getting to spend with Henry on this travel adventure. He is our mad scientist, our Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde, our passionate Minecrafter, our sweet boy. Herny is one of a kind.
