Monday, May 25, 2009

POPCORN 911

Cute little Jack just wanted a bowl of popcorn.  Being the independent kid he is he just decided to make it himself.  He opened the bag of popcorn, poured it into the plastic bowl he usually eats it from and put it in the microwave for 
12 minutes.
It wasn't too long before the microwave and the plastic bowl were protesting this experience.  When the kids finally smelled smoke it was billowing out of the kitchen.  Flames were rising out of the microwave and the cupboards and fridge were starting to burn.

After some quick thinking on their part, the kids ran for help from the maintenance and security people.  They successfully put out the fire and carried out the burning microwave.  One less appliance to sell before we leave the country..Thankfully nobody got hurt.  Now we are just learning to live without the convenience of a microwave.  Things could be worse..

3 comments:

Wendy said...

Scary, glad things turned out OK. You're leaving soon, right? You can survive without a microwave for a few weeks!

dynamike said...

Eeek I'm so glad nothing more serious happened! It was fun to catch up on your blog- what amazing experiences you've shared as a family these last few years. When's the big moving day? How are you feeling about leaving Abu Dhabi? I will be thinking of you these next few weeks!

Erin Allen

Dan said...

Poor Jack...Does he still need a hug?

Your kids will remember this event for decades.