In spite of the delirium and exhaustion of jet lag, the boy and I began our first days at school.

We walked to my school and rode the bus over to his together. He is getting older and even to get a picture was a struggle. But in the end, he smiled and posed with me.

Although I’m still nervous and second guessing myself every other minute, I know he’s okay and doing well.

I’m excited about this new experience for the both of us and I look forward to seeing how well he thrives here in Tokyo.