calling in sick

We heard from a friend that they were sick so my silly children all got it into their head that they too were sick (although they had no proof such as a fever or cough or anything). So this morning at six I had tears from everyone saying how sick they were with tears running down their faces. Their tummies hurt and oh yeah their throats hurt and their tummies were even bubbling??? Why oh why didn't I believe them????!! So I turned off the alarm and lights and went back to bed because suddenly my tummy felt unwell too. You see my husband is out of town and there is no one to be upset that they have to go off to work while we all stay home. I think in reality only Monica might have felt slightly ill. The other 4 are just enjoying a day off. Pajamas and cereal all day kids! Mom is reading a book!
(On the toilet training front we lasted about a day and a half...better luck next time)

Here we go again...

Its day one of potty training. The two boys have both been willing to comply today so I feel as if the stars have aligned and maybe just maybe we can stop using diapers. I was at the grocery store yesterday and there was a 3 for 2 offer on huggies diapers. I reached for it and then my brain clicked...what am I doing???? Do I really want to go through that many more diapers???? I probably will but I don't want to! So the resolve has hit and I've pottied them every half an hour. No accidents yet but its still early!

Here' s a picture of the house we rent. Our front door is on the side and a pic of our living room. i would add more pics but the rooms were all messy when I took the picture so I won't!

James and Monica getting ready to ski on such a beautiful (cold) morning.

Christmas day the cousins got together and put on a thrilling performance of the Christmas story. They loved doing it and we loved watching! My sister in law also served us a gourmet meal! Such a wonderful day!