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Pauline Van Every's avatar

It was lovely to hear your voice, again. I had my twins first then 17 months later, our daughter arrived followed by our son. I understand sleep deprivation. If I might offer an unsolicited opinion as a retired elementary teacher - homeschooling offers so many advantages to our littles. I know it's not possible for many, but it's wonderful. All the best from Canada.

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

It's really lovely to hear from you Pauline! And I can't believe you continued to have kids after twins šŸ˜‚. WOW šŸ’Ŗ. Thank you for the advice, any advice is appreciated! ā¤ļø

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Addy C's avatar

Hi Jamie! "So great to hear from you!" - lol it actually felt like I had a real catch-up with you. Loved hearing what's going on with you and your family - and what lucky kids not only to have superhero parents but getting to join some of your adventures! Honestly I thought 6 min might be a little long but it went by very fast b/c you're such an engaging speaker. Thank you!

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Lovely Addy, it's amazing to hear from you. Keep us posted on your adventures, too ā¤ļø

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darren ward's avatar

Great to hear from you Jamie. Always love seeing the mischief the kids are getting up to on Instagram. Parenting is both stressful and rewarding, our Jack is 15 at the end of the year! I will speak to my wife Debbie as she works in schools and maybe able to suggest some good ones over by you. Look forward to hearing more on adventures and life in general. Keep up the top work. šŸ‘šŸ‘

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Becca Rebecca's avatar

It's great to hear you're getting back on the adventure horse and bringing your kids along for the ride.

They'll learn so much more in one adventure day than a whole week at school!

And kiddos for the perseverance in getting your project up and running (hopefully soon) with Birmingham Children's hospital. You are being a wonderful role model for your three kids. 🤩

I think schools have to fine now, they don't have an awful lot of choice.

Depending on the adventure, perhaps try to minimize collateral damage to your wallet by picking dates that mean you're away at a time that will cover a decent chunk of holiday or BH / inset days.

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

'Minimize collateral damage' - Becca, that make me laugh out loud šŸ˜‚

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Roz Becker's avatar

Great way to keep in touch !! Your kids are adorable!!!!

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Cheers Roz, wonderful to hear from you 😊

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Gill Wilson's avatar

Love this Jamie. I’m in Birmingham and enjoy volunteering. If you need any help with your project please give me a shout ā™„ļø

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Oh wow Gill, that amazing to hear! Fingers crossed you'll be hearing all about it very soon ā¤ļø

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Tara Lund's avatar

Great to hear you Jamie. Lovely first catch-up. Good luck with the children’s hospital. Can’t wait to hear the updates.

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

YES Tara - we're back in action! LOVELY to read this - say hi to the family for me šŸ‘‹

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Helen Hunt's avatar

Fingers crossed on the school front, upcoming meetings, the sleep needs and no more rats in the attic 🫣🤣 šŸ¤žšŸ»šŸ¤žšŸ» Parenting is one of the best kept secrets ever!!!! Who knew! You’re so right you don’t know until you know 🤪🤣

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

You don't know until you know šŸ˜‚ - really nice to hear from you Helen 😊

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Sarah's avatar

Wow - I normally have the attention span of a gnat but that was such a quick 6 minutes. Love hearing what you and the family are up to. Looking forward to the next one already!

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Wicked Sarah, amazing to hear this! I'll try to keep things short, I know what you mean on attention span, same here šŸ˜‚

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sandy jimson's avatar

Lovely to hear you J. Sounded like the time in US . Rats OMGeeee my phobia. Storm school already. Time flies . You are a fab Dad . Good old Brum lucky to have you on the team . Laters x

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Catch ya later Texas Ranger Sandy 😜

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Claire king's avatar

Brilliant start Jamie, looking forward to next week. Don't stress about schools everyone has a good or bad experience of all schools, go with the one you feel is right,trust your instincts, you will know if it's right for your child. Remember all kids are different with different needs.

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Cheers Claire, will definitely keep this in mind about the schools ā¤ļø

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Rick Fall's avatar

Hey Jamie, great to hear your voice and how the family is getting on.

You asked about schools for Storm.

I don’t know much about your schooling there, but I would suggest a French emersion school if there are any.

A second language is always a good thing.

Cheers, just my thought.

Rick.

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

Wow, a second language would be amazing Rick! Definitely something to think about, us Brits are pretty lazy when it comes to speaking anything other than English!

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Jess Hope's avatar

Hey Jamie, so good to hear your voice and to hear all about the chaos that has ensued since becoming a dad... We often think of you all. Looking forward to finding out about your new initiative, we will be behind you 100% as always. Much love The Hope's xXx

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Jamie McDonald's avatar

This made my heart sing Jess, LOVELY to read this! Say hi to the whole family for me, think of you all often ā¤ļø

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