March 5, 2010
BZ: This comment from me is long overdue.

The only thing I regret is not making the time to do it sooner.

During the past two years, my daughter has been attending the hourly program at the Child Development Center (CDC) in Negishi. During these two years, I’ve done a lot of listening and watching and am repeatedly astounded at how professional, kind, patient and caring the staff is towards myself, my child and all of the children in their care. I love watching from the door as the staff interacts with the children.

We are very lucky in this community to have such a program and to have it staffed by people such as Sue, Tomo, Mae, Yoko, Mary, Charles, Kris and let’s not forget the chefs! They make some wonderful lunches on those parent/ child days!

There are others that I have not named but all of them consistently do a great job. Because of these people and their wonderful program here, I’m able to comfortably leave my child in their care knowing that she will come home full of smiles, stories and growing friendships.

I am also reassured when picking her up that they really take the time to listen to what she has to say. They encourage her when she needs it and are always on top of playground injuries. I get a full report every time I pick her up. It’s assuring to know she’s not just lumped in and that attention is being paid.

Every child is made to feel special and that is so important in my book!

I guess all there is left to say is thank you so much Negishi CDC!

You’re doing a great job! Keep up the outstanding work!