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Hives, hives go away!

Posted on October 19, 2013 by jgoodman

Joey is covered, head to toe, in hives.  Although the pneumonia has resolved itself, he had an allergic reaction to the antibiotic he was on.  He broke out over a week ago and is still covered.  We were back at … Continue reading →

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Beginner Reader

Posted on October 12, 2013 by jgoodman
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Fall Photos

Posted on October 10, 2013 by jgoodman

We took some great family photos last week!  The best part?  The photographer was so great, our kids had no idea photos were even being taken!

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Poor Kiddo

Posted on October 10, 2013 by jgoodman

Joey’s had quite the week 🙁 We ended up on the ER on Friday night because he was breathing so fast!  Fortunately, Lurie Children’s was a child-friendly as it could possibly be! After a breathing treatment, chest x-ray, and watching … Continue reading →

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Happy 30th to Me!

Posted on October 8, 2013 by jgoodman

We had a pretty low key birthday celebration this year, as everyone was under the weather and I was exhausted from taking care of everyone!  We still managed a nice celebration!  We ordered in one of my favorites (Rosebud) and … Continue reading →

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Benji’s 1st Kidville Class!

Posted on October 4, 2013 by jgoodman

He loved it, just as we expected!                   Bubbie surprised us at class!

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1st Full Week of Preschool

Posted on October 3, 2013 by jgoodman

Joey had his first “full week” of preschool this week.  I’m so glad they send out daily summaries because when I ask him what he did, all I get is “played cars and had a snack”. They husked corn and … Continue reading →

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If you’re happy and you know it…

Posted on October 2, 2013 by jgoodman
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Play Date at the Park

Posted on October 1, 2013 by jgoodman

We met Joey’s old play date group for a park date last week.  It was a full time job keeping up with both boys at the park! Joey had his first “real” injury, even requiring a steri strip.  The Cars … Continue reading →

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Weekend with my Boys!

Posted on September 29, 2013 by jgoodman

Greg had his annual “boys trip” for the Bears game this weekend.  While they were having fun in Detroit, we made our own fun at home! On Saturday night, Gogo, Bubbie, Abby & Cari came over for dinner and some … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 27, 2013 by jgoodman

Any time Joey sees one of us working, he asks if he can “work” too.  He then hops up on our lap and demands the Cars website…   Benji hiding out in his getaway!             … Continue reading →

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“Playing Nicely”

Posted on September 26, 2013 by jgoodman
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9 Month Checkup

Posted on September 24, 2013 by jgoodman

Benji had his 9 month appointment on Monday.  Aside from his refusal to drink enough formula, he’s doing great! We had to wait a bit for the doctor…               STATS Weight: 21lb 13oz (75-90%) … Continue reading →

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Little Cruiser

Posted on September 19, 2013 by jgoodman

Benji’s 9 months tomorrow and all he wants for his 3/4 birthday is to be like Joey!  Unfortunately, the balance is going to take a few more months! Make sure to check out the wipe out at the way end of … Continue reading →

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1st Day of Drop Off Preschool!

Posted on September 19, 2013 by jgoodman

Joey had his 1st day of school on Tuesday…He made me one proud Mama!  I dropped him off and said “goodbye” without turning back (despite the burning desire I had to go back in and check on him)! The teachers … Continue reading →

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