Monday, March 23, 2020

COVID-19 and our Spring Break





In March, we had an unprecedented event - Coronavirus or COVID-19.  The virus originated in China and has now reached all parts of the world except Antartica.  It has pretty much stopped everything.  Many countries including ours have started lockdowns, curfews and closing of public gathering spots (malls, restaurants, etc).  We are doing this to try and not overload the healthcare system. 

Mama and baba have prepared the home for quarantine measures.  We have plenty of food, fun and medication.  Right now your school is closed until further notice.  Baba is working from home as his office is closed.  Mama works both from home and in the office.  Megan is here to help babysit during the day.  It's been challenging times. 

However, we are still very fortunate.  We have a safe home, we have food, heat, hot water, internet and we are all healthy.  Some families may not be as fortunate.  Moms and Dads may not have jobs and can't pay the bills.  We will try and help in any way we can.

The biggest bummer for us right now is spring break.  We were all set to go to Hawaii but cannot go now.  Hawaii has a mandatory quarantine and most places are closed.  

Ben turns 9!!

Ice sculpture!

January is your birthday month!  It's been pretty busy and lots of fun.  Temperatures has been mild but overall a fun month.  We had Beni day with Mama and Baba at the MOA.  We went on rides, played games, got APPA and ate at Masu.  Your birthday party was at the Big Thrill factory which was a ton of fun.  Everyone had a good time.  
your ice was on the right of the chair

Mall time with Bradley


Squidy 

Playing arcade games with Baba.  I can't believe how old you look!

APPA

Boba time!

Home birthday cake

Sillies 

Minecraft!

Party time!


Ropes! You did good.



Check out those slides

Concert 

Foss - you passed your class and officially a swimmer!!!
Beni Berger!  You turned 9 this month.  I can't believe it.  I can still remember cuddling with you as a baby.  You still love lots of hugs and cuddles and very gentle.  You are a great big brother to Bradley.  We also talked about getting your own room downstairs and your response was, "I want to move downstairs so when bad guys come and rob us they will see you on this floor and I'll be downstairs"  hahaha

Favorites:  Math, Chinese, Overwatch (touche widowmaker),  Chipwich, Noodles, Rice, Friend chicken, Corn dogs, Broccoli and Fruit.  Love water, pools and vacations - Aruba and Hawaii. 

You like to go skiing (I'm sad I learn things so quickly) lol

I love you so much Beni.  You bring us so much joy and I'm so happy to be your mama.  Big hugs, cuddles and kisses :) :)