2017 started off a little rough for the Donoghues. I’m a bit behind on the blog, but life has
been so hectic that I don’t have many photos to post anyway!
My brother John came for a quick visit earlier this month,
so the family got together for dinner and playtime with the kiddos.
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| This was a really loud photo moment |
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| More screaming |
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| Little bear in the middle of it all |
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| John with his kids Zach and Katy |
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| Uncle John doesn't like being teased |
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| Tickles with Uncle Bobby |
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| Evie and Claire - climbing buddies |
The following week I had really awful cold, possibly the
flu? I had to take a couple days off
work, which I really didn’t want to do with all the projects we are trying to
finalize at work. In the middle of that,
Jamie’s car stopped working… the mechanic told us it need a new head gasket,
and there was a pretty good chance the engine block was cracked and the
transmission was spitting out several error codes. We started freaking out because we owe quite a
bit on the car still, and the repair was going to be at least $4k! Jamie looked around, and ended up finding a
really good lease deal that gave us a great price for the trade-in. In the end, we lost a little money, but it definitely
seemed to work out for the best.
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| Seriously, 2017? |
Evie is going through a phase of screaming and I am about
ready to lose my mind. She’s also been
battling a cold, which makes her less patient to begin with… any perceived
slight results in screams and often tears.
I may have locked myself in the bathroom a few times.
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| She's also very sweet and happy at times... |
Maggie continues to be her sweet self, and her teacher
emailed us this story:
This afternoon, Mr.
Turk brought a little 3 year old girl and her Dad into the room for a tour
because they are looking for a new preschool.
I was explaining the check in procedure, talking about our toys and
activities etc. when Maggie said "and I will be her friend".
I can't say I'm
surprised---she is friendly and kind to everyone but I just wanted you to know
what a sweet girl she is here at school. We are so blessed to have her in our
class, modeling all the behaviors we hope to instill.
That was a helpful pick-me-up!
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| My sweetie and her hot cocoa |
Starting now, 2017 is going to get better!
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| Maggie sings with Evie as her backup dancer |
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