Evie Brantley

My last week as the CFE was so sweet! When I arrived Mary ran up and gave me the biggest hug. Then I sat down with Becky and caught up with her. We talked about our weeks and what we were looking forward to in the future. Then I worked on fuse beads with Mary, picking out the colors she wanted and helping her use the tweezers to place them. Once we finished that, Mary cleaned up and grabbed some coloring sheets and crayons. Haley came over, and we colored for a bit. Camille came over and hugged me, and we caught up since I didn't see her the week before. When it was time to go, I said my goodbyes, gave some hugs, and left.

When I arrived Mary grabbed me and we worked on a puzzle for a while. I was helping her be able to identify where the pieces match up. Mary told me about winning the Special Olympics race and how proud she was. Then we colored with Lily and talked about her dog. Then Camille asked if I could help her with beading her necklace, so we worked on that for a while. Then Mary and I built houses with blocks.

This week at ASN was slow and steady. I got to color with Camille and then we made flower pots out of construction paper and paper plates, they were super cute. I helped individuals pick out what flowers they wanted and helped then place their pieces of paper on their plate. Then I sat with Bob and Mary, we colored and i drew some pictures for them. Then Becky arrived and I sat and talked with her about her week and our easters.

This thursday I spent time with Mary, we worked with fuse beads, making a dog with one of the molds and then fusing the beads together so she could take it home. I also caught up with Becky, we talked about our weeks and what we were looking forward to. Then, since the weather was so nice, everyone went outside. I threw the softball with Katie and Eric. We also played basketball and then they got ready to go on a walk as I left.

This Thursday at the ASN was so much fun! When I arrived, I spoke with Lily and Mary, we drew pictures of dinosaurs, and played Jenga. Then I helped to move some tables and chairs and set up for a Frida Kahlo art project for Women's History Month. We watched a video, and then I helped Becky put glue on a picture of Frida so she could use tissue paper and pom-poms to make a flower crown. Before I left, I caught up with Bob, Haley, and Eric.

This week, Lily and I spent some time coloring with Mary and talking about our weeks. Then the whole group played charades. I went up with Camille and Haley and helped them with their words. I also spent time with Eric and Bob, talking about weekend plans and what they liked about the past week.

I spent my time coloring with Lily, who was having a difficult morning, so we did some breathing exercises and worked on sharing attention. Eric and I spoke for a bit, and he drew me a couple of pictures. I walked around and said hi to Will, Bob, and Haley. Then I sat with Becky and Camille, watching TV and talking about my family.

I had such an amazing time at ASN! Sam got me situated and introduced me to everyone. I spent time talking with Barbie and putting together a puzzle with Katie. I can't wait for next week!