Oh no!

Tuesday was the annual, family trip to Knott’s Berry Farm.  Kateri was the only family member that wouldn’t be able to go because she didn’t get back from school until yesterday.  So, we loaded everyone up, including one of the kids’ friends and one of my sisters.  Just as we went to load Luke-Xavier in, he threw-up.  Thank goodness it happened then and not on the way or at the park!  So, my sister stayed home with me while Clay (brave soul that he is) took 8 kids to Knott’s on his own.  They had a great time and came home exhausted.  This has been an annual event for us for 10 or 11 years. Every November the park offers discounted tickets to military dependents.  So, it’s something we all look forward to.  We’ve found that the key to really enjoying it is to go on a week day.  The lines are very short and the kids can get the most out of the experience.  Plus, we are not worried that we will lose a child like we might in a huge, weekend crowd.  But, it looks like I’ll have to wait until next year to see Snoopy.  Whatever this bug is that’s moving through our house is no fun!  Maddi was sick for 3 days, Gabi for 2 and Luke-Xavier for 2.  It appears that I’ve caught whatever it is, and had a really yucky night, last night.  So, today I will sip water and watch everyone enjoy their dinner.  At least I won’t have to worry about eating too much.  Happy Thanksgiving to all! 

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