Baseball

Jackson had his second baseball game last night.
He did well; though like usual, in a different way than I expected.

When we first got to the diamond, he went into the dug out and sat down on the top of the bench, like all the other boys were doing. (This is great social referencing). Then when it was time for the national anthem, he lined up with his team down the third base line and took off his hat (with the help of coach Tony) and stood quietly and still while the anthem was played. Later, Anthony and Josh helped him learn about sunflower seeds. It took a few tries, but eventually, he got to where he'd put the seed in his mouth, lick off the salt, then spit it out. After the game, he sat down on the grass with Josh and listened to Coach Doug talk about game highlights.

He didn't go after any bats, but he did have a successful game.
I am once again grateful and awed by the support and encouragement he is given by others. Last night, I needed a victory for Jackson; and we got one.