John and Tina Plus Three: Being Off-Track

Monday, November 9, 2009

Being Off-Track

We are now in our third and final week of being off track. We haven't done anything amazing,. For the most part we have just been hanging out around the house. I am being a little cautious about taking the kids out since we have to worry about the Swine Flu. I opted not to get my kids the vaccination since it is so new and my Mother's intuition was telling me to wait for more studies to be done on it. I just hope that doesn't bite me in the butt later this Winter! They did however get their yearly Flu Shot so let's hope that helps.

Jasmine hasn't been going to school either. It's a little hard to make her go to school when the older ones are home. I figured since it's just Preschool, why not enjoy a little off track time too. Not to mention her school has had the Flu and Strep going around and attendance has been low anyways.

While the kids are home, I have really enjoyed catching up on some reading and cleaning. I just have a few more closets to clean and then the whole house will be organized. This also gives us a chance to plan Olivia's Birthday Party coming up in a few weeks. I can't believe she is going to be nine, how did that happen?

Speaking of Birthdays, our dog is no longer a puppy. She is now full grown! The kids took advantage of it being her birthday and really, really spoiled her. They wrapped a present and made a special fort with birthday decorations, just for her. I thought it was cute, I especially liked the sign Damon made.

It's says Happy Birfday! I ♥ that if he can't spell it, he tries to sound it out. Sooo Cute!

1 comment:

MandiNovember 9, 2009 at 8:02 PM
I didn't vaccinate my kids against the swine flu either. I just felt it was the right thing!
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