Reality check

Ok, so, Chris got the cell phone bill and Kristen had 50 dollars worth of charges. No she did not know that they were that much and of course she is very sorry, but still!! Anyone who knows us, knows that we have had a rough 2008 financialy and are still struggling daily to adjust to the huge pay cut. We try to teach our children to manage their money and live within their means, not an easy lesson to learn. I started (and keep) this blog so my children have a glimpse into their life, but I don't want them to think that everything was always "roses and sunshine." There is a country song that says,"these are the good ole days," and I know for myself that I put a consious effort into enjoying the "here & now" with the kids. And if KKW are reading this as adults, NO not every moment was full of fun, laughter, pride, etc! Wil can tell you he just got ungrounded after a week. Kate spent the weekend grounded from screens. And well, KJ and her phone bill still need to be dealt with. BUT for the most part we do focus on the good times. So Kristen, Kate, Wil, if you are reading this as an adult, and I can only hope you have kids of your own (who sometimes you have to yell at and ground ;-), remember, it all goes by very quickly! Reality check? Nah, just life! Thanks for letting me be your mom (((hugs)))