You polluted my bubble

Like all parents (so I hear) we are going through a tough phase and having some issues with the kids. A friend of mine had an idea about explaining to each child how they have an invisible bubble and if anyone wants to go near them they have to be sure not to invade or harm their own personal bubble.

I tried explaining this to the kids and immediately I could see the smirk form on my 10 1/2 yr. old's face. I am sure Blaine was right along with Keegan thinking of some smart remark to make. It wasn't long before Keegan was poking fun leaning himself towards Ginny, proclaiming to pop her bubble. This went on and on in the front entrance as we gathered our shoes and coats. It went on and on out the front door as they ran ahead to the truck. It even continued on as they got into the truck. By the time Blaine and I entered the truck Blaine laughed and expressed of what a great idea that was, I finally had enough and was pleading for the kids to stop.

Of course Keegan being the one who ALWAYS has to have the last word laughs and says ..... "Mom, Ginny polluted my bubble." "What?" I looked at Blaine and then at him. Ginny starts to laugh and then she howls with laughter "I farted in it!!!" She announces.

"Mama Said"

So, Blaine and I became victim to the dreaded H1N1. For us, it was not as bad as some have gotten. Blaine was even worse than myself but we survived and are now about 80% back to normal. Blaine tried to go to work this morning but just could not make it. Of course with piles upon piles of boxes to unpack I did put him to work in a few areas. I enjoy having him and the kids home. It is a nice, much needed break.

Anyway, I happen to be in Ginny's room and as I looked out the window I noticed two older boys approach the kids and their friends. My motherly instinct had to observe and see what was happening. One of the boys proceeded to bike down the steps of the neighbors path way while Malakai sat on his little bike and observed. Over and over in my head I willed him to do the right thing. "Don't do it Malakai!" "Don't do it!" Sure enough, one of the bigger kids challenges Malakai to try it out. I immediately called Blaine over to observe what was probably Malakai's first taste of Peer Pressure. Blaine joined me and observed as Malakai challenged the other teen to go down the steps. "Chicken" .... he chanted. Blaine was so proud of his son for talking smack. Before I knew it I saw Ginny run for the door looking for the bike helmets. I quickly met her at the door and gave her some much needed advice.

Blaine and I stayed and watched as Malakai hauled his bike to the top of the steps. Before he even braced himself for destruction little Ginny pipes in. "Malakai, Mama said don't do it." Blaine gave me one of those you didn't looks and says. "Oh great now the kids that Malakai was taunting will be like "you better not do it ... your "mama" said." I guess I did the forbidden and crossed the line. :)

The last few weeks

The last few weeks have left us tired, weary and so blessed.

We have finished our move and feel so much at home. One night during the move we got home and found homemade soup waiting for us on our door step. The spontaneous ring of the door bell is such a welcome! The biggest topper, each kid has their own room and is loving it.

Halloween has come and gone and with no time for costume prep I think I did pretty good.

Funny how the H1N1 has left so many felling helpless, defensive and scared. Every person you talk to has a different story and a different objective on it. Our doctor confirmed that Malakai had it with just looking at him but without the "test" everyone seems to beg to differ. They all have their opinions that seem to seep into our own fears. Guys are dropping like fly's at Blaine's work. I am thankful for the friends who made us fresh bread and cookies when Malakai was so sick.

Finally!!! After two weeks I have internet. That my friends was hard.

Malakai had his 6th birthday yesterday with the party just ending one hour ago. It is so exciting to be able to fit 14 of us in our home again.

I have been in a mad rush to get everything accomplished at work today. Tomorrow is my last day before a week of holiday's so I am busy finishing up month end, working on 2 weeks of bulletin's, doing pay roll and so, so much more. Yeah for holiday's though. I can't wait to have one week just for getting settled.

Well, I am bushed and my brain needs a rest.


Talk to you soon I hope.