Sam and Fifth Disease

Well, Sam was diagnosed with Fifth disease today. Unfortunately, we didn't know Sam even had anything, let alone was contagious (the school called me to tell me he had a rash on his cheeks and that it was Fifth disease). So now that he has the rash, and we know what he has, he's not contagious. So although Sam has the "disease" he has never missed a day of school. Apparently, there has been an outbreak at Goshen Elementary and he's about the 18th case.

Anyway, if any of your kids have been with my kids the last few days (Meg and Ben had it when they were little, and are immune), most likely your kids will get it:). Molly has started showing signs this evening. The signs include slight fever, cold-like symptoms and rash on cheeks and trunk (Sam has a slight case because he only has the "rosy cheeks" and no rash on other parts of is body). To learn more about Fifth disease click on this.

Sorry if we will/have caused any inconvenience. I know that it totally stinks having sick kids (although Sam hasn't complained one bit) but just remember when you are cussing out the O'Brien Mob, it didn't start with us. Please don't kill the messenger.