Monday, March 7, 2011

Homemaker Monday: Kids Should Help

Last week was one of the most dizzying I've ever had. My mother-in-law died suddenly on Sunday night. Monday afternoon I was taken with the flu, and remained largely confined to bed with a fever on and off for the next four days, during the arrival of nearly 100 relatives, 21 of whom stayed in our home.

I'm finally feeling a bit better, albeit a little weak, and we only have 7 people staying with us now. Nonetheless, this will be a simple Homemaker Monday post.

Kids can help with household responsibilities, including babysitting, and should. Don't let anyone fool you into thinking otherwise. Sometimes work can be play, though...

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Thanks for listening. :)




P.S. My sister and I are finally getting skinnier!
See how we're doing it HERE! :)

13 comments:

  1. Create With JoyMarch 7, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    I'm SO sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. I hope you are feeling better soon.

    Hugs
    Ramona
    http://create-with-joy.blogspot.com

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  2. Andrea (Andreas Kitchen)March 7, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother in law. You were lucky to know her for those six years, it sounds like she was a very special lady.
    I can't even imagine being sick with a bad flu and having all of those people in the house!
    I am sharing a comforting recipe this week- Mashed Garnet Yams With Bacon, Chipotle and Pecans.
    Thank you for hosting!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 7, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    i agree with you on the fact that kids should help. I have 2 kids, and i work at home as a day care, and i can see how kids LOVE to help, and i think it is because when they help, they feel as a part of the family.
    I'm sorry too for your loss and flu and hope everything will be fine for you.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 7, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    hi

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  5. DeniseMarch 7, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Wow!!!! I had the flu a few weeks ago & it knocked me out too. I can't imagine dealing with a loss and influx of people during that time.

    Glad you are feeling better. Sorry for your loss!

    Denise @ Creative Kitchen

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  6. a moderate lifeMarch 7, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    So sorry for the difficult week you had on top of the devastating loss of your mother in law. I completely agree, kids should help, and both my teen daughters do. It fosters a sense of accomplishment and independence. I am linking up a great way to make roast chicken tender, Flip It! All the best, Alex

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  7. JaneMarch 7, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my MIL at the young age of 58. All my best to your family!

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  8. Betsy (Eco-novice)March 8, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Kids should definitely help each other. It creates a wonderful relationship between siblings. I hope you are feeling better.

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  9. MeghanMarch 8, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    I am so sorry to hear about your mil & I agree, I heart Mormon funerals as well :>)

    Glad you are feeling better!!!

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  10. Pablo SmithMarch 8, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    poor Jenny. What a test, huh?

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  11. alessandraMarch 8, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    I'm glad that you are better, and I agree.

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  12. Hesses MadhouseMarch 8, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    So, I got nothin' this week, but I just wanted to say that I hope you're feeling better VERY soon. Wow! What a time you've had lately. You are my hero! 21 guests in your home when you're not feeling well. You are AMAZING!

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  13. thriftycheapskateMarch 9, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    My thoughts and prays are with you and your family. Hope you are feeling better soon. Grace

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