Pen of Jen Family Updates

Busy week...let's see, Bill was feeling so poorly that he went to the doctor, missing a day of work. He is on a few new meds. to help with the pain.

First while parked at work, was hit. A co-worker backed into our car. This car is a 1999, but in pristine condition. We have worked very hard at maintaining our vehicles, to have them last as long as possible. The young man who hit the car was glib and said he could care a less if this raises his parents insurance.(made me very sad- the disrespect)

Another home school mom referred my boys to a woman moving. So we went back up on the mountain and I took my younger three and 2 other home school boys to help. They worked very hard, and as a bonus she paid them, including Fourth. She offered to pay me(as I packed the truck as the kids brought the boxes etc. out) I said no thank you. It was important for the young men to work and set an example as honorable men, not for me to take cash. I felt that the boys truly were wonderful and shined a light on home schooling.

I have been struggling with an ear infection for longer than I have imagined. Enough on that.

Sasha our wonderful, companion of many years is beginning to lose control. It saddens Bill and I to have to make a decision to put her down, but I cannot have an animal relieve themselves in the home. We have tried to take her out every hour. So far it is taxing yet the crew is willing to do this. I worry about Sasha and her end. These are the emotions rarely thought of when a new pet is brought home. I remember the pure delight bringing our little pet home. We rescued her from the pound and did not know she was white until I had bathed her. She was grey when we picked her. She only ever growled at any of the kids once. We have a one time rule on animals. She growled and tried to snap at Fourth, as a baby, and Bill gave her a lesson she hasn't forgot. But that was all it took and Sasha has become the best of friends with Fourth. She even sleeps with her:)

The kids are missing my brother too much. Especially with the birthdays this month. I am missing him also. Wish he was here.

So that is why I may have not been popping in to visit too much with blogworld. Summers fill up fast, and we are always up to changing the schedule without a moments notice.