Thoughts of justification...

I wrestled with myself all night last night. I had saved some of our stimulus check and I finally just went and bought the kids something they have been wanting. I know Rob wasn't extremely happy. He wasn't angry either. I know our kids aren't the greatest at doing their chores. In fact, most of the time I wonder if they are the worst! Rob kept reminding me and the kids that they didn't deserve the wii. It is probably true but, how do I explain to Rob what I see and hear? The stress and strain in their eyes when they see that their Dad is sleeping again. The fear in their voices when I explain that they need to be quiet when they get home because Dad had chemo today. The tears that are shed on the way home from school when science class discussed the effects of chemotherapy and Prisca wants to know if her Dad will lose his eyes. Yea, they don't do their chores very good but, they sure do handle stress better than most adults. So, maybe I foolishly wasted money but, I am willing to bear that burden so, enjoy those games kids. You do deserve it!