Some lessons you learn the hard way

[SCHBR'smom]

When we moved in, our yard was covered in cactus. The land was previously undeveloped. So, while preggers with #4, I would go out daily with a pitchfork (that DH so lovingly bought me ) and try to rid the yard of them or at least most of them. I couldn't even tell you how many loads of cacti I removed. Enough that I ended up with tendonitis (btw, not fun when you are 8 mos pregnant). But, it was impossible to remove every last one on 1 1/2 acres. The kids know what they are and they know not to mess with them. Let me know and I'll go pull it up. DS decided to try get rid of one on his own. Apparently, he was hacking at it with a small shovel. His hands ended up covered in needles. With tweezers and duct tape, I think I got them all out. I guarantee you, he won't mess with a cactus again.

 

[Mouse House Mama]

Awww, that poor thing. He was probably trying to help like a big boy. THose stickers hurt so much. I hope he feels better soon.

 

[SCHBR'smom]

Awww, that poor thing. He was probably trying to help like a big boy. THose stickers hurt so much. I hope he feels better soon.

He actually took it like a trooper. The only crying was for the one that was in the deepest. I told him I might not be able to get it out. He started crying because he thought he might have it stuck in his finger forever. I told him it would eventually come out, but I'm pretty sure I got it.