It would sure be nice if life were easier than it actually is.  Told the kids tonight. Did the best we could to reassure them.  But it was still hard.  Jonathan's most upset, like I thought he would be.  The others should be happy as long as things are good for them.  Not quite so easy with Jonathan. He's more likely to have things to work out.  I guess the best thing to do is make things as good as possible for the children and keep a close eye on them and meet their needs as they arise.  It'll probably make better parents out of us.  Probably pay closer attention to them because of this. That's what I'm hoping anyway. And may the Lord give them compensation for our failings and weaknesses.