The good, the bad, and the ugly

The Good:
We took Mique's Binky way on Monday and she has done fabulous. I always dread it, even though we have done it three times before. We learned the hard way that the sooner it is taken away the better, so about 18 months is the mark. I waited til spring break so Mique did not keep James up with school the next day. The first night it took her about an hour to go to sleep (not crying the whole time thank goodness.) Also thank goodness for Grant, I would have caved if he was not there to help. I think that sad cry out of kids evokes a different emotion in mothers than fathers. With his help she fell asleep and slept through the night. The second night only took about 20 minutes. The third night about 5, and down to last night which she did not even cry at all. I am proud of Mique and glad it is gone.

The Bad:
It has been a bummer spring break because every single kid is sick. It is mostly a cold with a relentless cough. I even got a mild version of the cold. So, we have been mostly house bound and did not really get to do anything super fun. We will make up for it this summer!

The Ugly:
Asher ended up with a nasty ear infection and on antibiotics. He is doing much better now, we are just waiting to see if Mique is in the the same predicament. It is hard because she can only say ouie, but we are not sure what it means. She is sick and crabby, so it makes for long days. I am ready for everyone to be healthy!