Dilema: Father/Sons (2) campout - 1 son sick

[mom2boys]

DH is supposed to take both boys (8 & 9) on a cub scout overnight campout tomorrow. DS2 currently has a high fever (negative for quick strep). He is home from school for the 2nd day. If his fever isn't gone by tomorrow morning, he will have toforgo the campout. Now the hard part, should I still encourage DH to take DS1. I am leaning towards that. DH & DS2 have a lot more in common & naturally spend more time together. Don't get me wrong, DH does not play favorites - it's just that my boys have very different interests. The trip is something the guys have been planning for a while now. DH does not have his heart set on camping but since the boys asked, he is taking them. He knows that they will all have fun.

 

[jipsy]

Of course they should still go. No need to make the other son stay home. It's not like the sickness was planned. He can make it up to your sick son at a later date.

 

[Steve H.]

I agree with Jips. It's unfortunate that DS2 got sick, but it wouldn't be fair to DS2 to miss the campout because his brother got sick.

 

[Keli]

I think the trip should go on even if one of the boys cannot go.

 

[Curly Q]

I'd say to go. When I was younger my Dad was going to take my sister (younger) and me to the circus. She got chicken pox and couldn't go so Dad and I went and had a great time! It's one of my happier childhood memories! Your younger son will get more 1-on-1 time with Dad when your older son moves out!

 

[piratesmate]

I'm not sure why you have 2 choices listed for having DH & DS1 go. Yes, it's really a shame that DS2 may have to miss out and Yes, it will be a good time for bonding between DH & DS1.

Maybe you could encourage DH to take the boys away for another weekend later - just the 3 of them - and if DH is suggesting it to the boys he can choose something he'll like. Something my kids always enjoyed was a family weekend at a motel with an indoor pool in non-swimming weather.

Deb

 

[4greatboys]

Yes I think he should go with the one ds. I know the sick one will be disappointed but no reason why the well one shouldnt be ableto go. Then maybe when the sick ds is better he and your dh can do something just the 2 of them to make it up.

 

[Buckalew]

I agree with everyone. I think that it would be a horrible blow to DS1 if he had to stay home because of his brother's illness. Sounds like he and dad need this time together anyway. Hope they have fun and DS1 stays healthy and DS2 gets well soon!