I like snow days much better than delays and early dismissal because we don't have the stress of getting kids out the door. I like them even better when I've cleaned beforehand. Another "snowstorm" has hit Ohio County, WV. This one is kinda bad, with snowmelt that froze solid, topped with 5 inches of fluffy snow. The Jedis had an early dismissal yesterday, and their school is cancelled today. Dr. O's university is also on a delay today, but he went in at the same time, opting to leave me the car in case of an emergency. We have a load of clean diapers, plenty of milk, plenty of pizza ingredients, plenty of snacks, and plenty of energy on their part, which I'll put to good use keeping things from getting out-of-hand here. The Jedis are going to earn privileges today by putting away their laundry and doing tasks as they become necessary.
Things started out a little nutty here with someone sassing Momma and the Jedis trying to sneak breakfast into the living room. A-man spilled Cheerios with frozen berries and milk on the living room hardwood floor, and I was tempted to get really angry. I kept my annoyance in check and helped him clean up, thankful that I had put half the berries back in the bag before serving it to him. I talked to the boys about how much easier our days at home will be if we all take care of the house, and I think they took it to heart. I-M had pronounced our home to be "immaculate!" yesterday, and I told them that an immaculate house isn't important, but keeping things neat will keep the yuckiness from taking over!
So far, the Jedis have put away their laundry, helped with a 5-minute clean-up after lunch, and mopped the bathroom and the kitchen, with the last chore being a consequence of naughty attitudes! Much better now, and they're watching Star Wars, of course!
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