That darn swine flu...

Swine flu? Well, we don't have it, thankfully. BUT...there are cases in our state, county and city.

Tonight, the school is having a showing of Bolt for the kids and parents. A fun night for the family and just $.50/person or a clean soda can to recycle. Sweet deal. But, we aren't going. Because of swine flu.

I'm not paranoid about it, but they are suggesting to stay out of crowded places if you can -- and we can avoid this. In fact, we own Bolt on DVD. So, in an effort to still have our cake and eat it too -- we will be having family night here at home. Popcorn, root beer and a movie -- for nothing.

Another reason we'll be staying in? Caleb has a cold and a bit of chest congestion. So, since he's already a little sick, it's probably best not to have him around all those people. Obviously I can't keep him home for every cough or sniffle from school, but I can keep him from getting anyone sick at this particular family event.

Now, let's all hope that this swine flu business doesn't cancel his field trip to the Shedd Aquarium next Thursday. Not only is he really looking forward to it, I get to go along as a chaperone! And let's hope it's well controlled by the time summer vacation hits because I've found a ton of free programs for the kids to enjoy through the park and recreation department and I certainly don't want to have to avoid those!

{Oh, and mommy quit smoking 5 days ago. The kids -- haven't noticed. Despite being the ones who always told me I was going to die soon if I didn't give them up. Hypocrites!}