Webkinz

Parents no longer need to worry about caring for a pet after their children lose interest. Instead they can suggest a virtual pet. Webkinz have swept the nation as children collect them and then care for them online. They can "buy" things for their pet Webkinz, create rooms and even visit the rooms of other Webkinz.

Last year both boys received their first Webkin. When Tommy's birthday came around, he received a second one. Lately the boys have discovered there are some special things that can be done if you have two pets, so Michael wanted a second one. Luckily I had stocked up after Christmas last year when Sam's Club marked them down in price. Michael was thrilled with his new pet. It's a good thing there are two computers in their home because both boys have spent most of the weekend playing in Webkinz Land.


Friends and family: if you want to help the boys earn Webkinz money, please let us know. You see, once they run out of money, they can't buy more things for their Webkinz until they earn more. This can be done by answering long lists of trivia questions in various categories. When I'm having trouble sleeping, I sometimes log on to their account and earn some points for them. Please email us for their user name and password if you are interested. Of course, logging on would allow you to see how they are caring for their pets too.
Nana Barb

A Sleep-Over with the Cousins

The boys live only a few houses from their cousins, Drew and Ryan and baby Karli. This allows the cousins to get together frequently. Last Friday Tommy and his mom dropped by the cousins' house for a visit. Since it was officially October, Tommy brought a jack-o-lantern which lighted up when plugged in.
During the visit it was decided that the boys would have a sleep-over. Mommy went home to get some things that Tommy would need for the night. Michael decided that he wanted to join the party, so he returned with mommy.


Blankets were spread on the floor, pillows were arranged and everyone found a comfortable place to sleep.


Just as everyone was settling in for the last bedtime story, Michael--clad in his pajamas and clutching his pillow--had a change of heart. He decided to go home with mommy. At first Tommy was quite distraught over his brother's decision. However, eventually he settled down and a good time was had by all. The next sleep-over is scheduled for Tommy and Michael's house so be sure to stay tuned.