We were looking at the girl's school vacation schedule, and W asked me what we were going to do about Thanksgiving. I told her she could have them on Tday, and I would celebrate with them on Friday. She said no, why not celebrate it here. I said "Because I'm not sure I want to do that."

I have to really be careful not to penalize the kids. Not sure if I'm doing the right things or what. Time to learn.