first Earthquake for the kids

Although California is known for their earthquakes, luckily, we don't have them often. In fact, last night, Zoe and Ethan felt their very first Earthquake. It was measured at a magnitude 5.6 and struck at 8:04PM and was felt for about almost a minute widely throughout Northern California, rattling homes and nerves. It was centered in the South Bay about 5 miles northeast of Alum Rock in San Jose. There was moderate damage reported in the Bay Area but no injuries. John and I were at the Warrior game and the kids were at home with Grandma Del. Zoe didn't really notice. Ethan was a little scared and started to cry. But after the shaking was finished, he was back to his happy self! A few things flew off the shelves but nothing broke at our house.

On other news, Zoe was sick last week. After having a high fever for several days, I took her to the doctor. It turned out to be pneumonia! She was given antibiotics which she is still taking now. Her asthma was acting up as well. Last Thursday, she kept vomiting and was having a really hard time breathing. Her whole chest was moving and her nostrils were flaring as she tried to breathe so John took her to the ER to make sure she was ok. She was given oxygen and a shot with the antibiotics (since she kept throwing the medicine up). She is doing much better now. In fact, she is dressed up as Wonder woman today at school for Halloween. I'll post some pictures tomorrow - so check it out!