General Malaise

Blah!  We're all in (hopefully) the last stages of what is probably Swine Flu.  Should have known better than to kiss him at the Halloween party, dammit.  Chris got the worst of it, but we've all been miserable.  Jimmy had to miss two days of school, and he was heart-broken about it.  I had to cancel my appointment to get my cavities fixed, so of course it comes as no surprise that my teeth started hurting like crazy yesterday.  I've acquired numerous lame bumps and bruises due to my fever fog, including a split lip.  One of my top wisdom teeth has broken through.  And Jimmy has picked now of all times to start his teenage angst and told us today that he hates Chris and I ruined his life.  If I find out where he picked that up heads will roll.  Also enter the appearance of several new (to him) swear words.  I guess this is what happens when you untie your kids and let the little brats mingle with the world ;)

The good news is the house is FINALLY on the market!  Shelman sign in the yard and everything. Yay!  More news when it happens...

Teeth and Tribulations

Halloween passed with a bang, leaving us all tired and happy, with enough candy to feed an army.  Kirsi unfortunately was sick, so she didn't do anything on the big day.  We all went to Sandpoint as usual and Chris and Tristan took Jimmy trick-or-treating.  After they got back, Jess and I went to one of the local bars for a costume party and had a good ol' time.    On to Wal-mart a few days later for Halloween clearance and more dress-up fun.  

  Kirsi violently rejected the formula after the first day (when she loved it..) and so now she's back to nursing full time whether there's milk or not.  She's started on finger snacks, which she LOVES and will eat non-stop if you let her - which we don't.  It's a great way to keep her occupied if you need to get something done.  She's turning into a very picky child, and aside from the formula has developed a strong dislike for veggies of all kinds, being put down on the carpet, and a certain brand of pacifier.  She's pulling up to stand, and will usually hold on with just one hand once she's upright.

  Jim had his cavities fixed, finally.  He had to go to the hospital in Post Falls and be put under general anesthetic.  He was great, and after getting some food seemed to bounce right back.  Now he's got four silver teeth.  We're hoping the experience will help motivate him to take care of his teeth.  Thank goodness the kids have Medicaid, since the procedure could cost up to $3,000.00.

  Steve (the realtor) is coming tomorrow to look at the house.  Happy Birthday, me!