Teacher here. Let me just tell you how impressed I am with how everyone pitches in and the big ones are so patient with the little ones. They talk to each other respectfully and problem solve together. I am sure you go to bed exhausted, but fulfilled that you have such wonderful kids.
can we talk about patrick (and bree) for a second? you said they had major behavioural issues or something along those lines when you first met them. in every single one of your videos that ive watched with them in, they're so extremely down to earth, kind, well mannered children. it's very surprising to hear they had significant issues with their behaviour because the two people that i see they've become today, you wouldn't for a second think that they had those struggles in the past. proud of you alicia & josh for giving them love, and allowing them to become a true inspiration (: edit: ive read some of the replies. i only "name-dropped" them because alicia has spoken about this publicly. i completely understand people saying it's embarrassing, but i don't think there's a right or wrong in whether you choose to share that information or not. i would hope that any of the children if they didn't feel comfortable with information being shared, would explicitly say that to their mum, and likewise i would hope she'd listen. but maybe the children allowing their mum to show their life helps them see their progression as beautiful people and show life has its ups and downs but you can still find light. showing that as bluntly and publicly for some might give them a place of comfort where they can see their story, not be ashamed, and meet other people with similar experiences or people who are proud of them. equally other children may not benefit from that at all, and would much rather blossom in the comforts of their privacy. i guess it's each family to their own, and if it does come out that they are no longer comfortable or alicia/josh do not approve of this comment and it's name referencing then that's completely fine, and i shall remove this comment! i just wanted to state that i truly find all of her kids so inspirational and worthy (:
Bree and Patrick have the warmest most sweetheart smiles ever. Every video I watch these two just melt my heart ❤️ every baby do but I just wanted to give these two special attention today since it’s Patrick’s bday. Such wonderful children I know they will grow up to be amazing adults in society 🥰
I have to say one more thing..Please continue to be as real as you can in your videos. Screw the people who are constantly criticizing the way that YOU choose to raise your children… Living in South Dakota this is very realistic as to how my father planned my birthday party as well… Obviously not as many supplies because I was not a family of 14. People legitimately need to stop being so judgmental it makes me sick. That’s all ❤️
I love that y'all let the kids decide their favorite themes for their parties. I also love how ypu allow them to have as age appropriate gifts as possible while still keeping their safety and abilities in mind. As a mother to child with "special needs," I fully understand how difficult this can be. Great job, Mom and Dad!
I just love how you and Josh make each child's birthday a memorable,special day ....the whole family lends a hand...Patrick will be surprised and so 😊...can't wait to see the look on his face when he sees his dirt bike...Happy Birthday Patrick!!
Beautifully said. It’s amazing what genuine love and compassion can do for a couple of kids that had a rough start to life. All the kids are flourishing.
Oh my goodness there is now worst then trying to wrap gift as the minute and the bike that Patrick is also be going to get is going to blow his mind away. It’s really so lovely to see ur bigger an smaller children help u as much as they it’s showing me that how close ur family of 14 really are very special bond between all the kids it may have been if u ask for help but I herd very clearly the kids were saying I want to help as well it just melted my heart well done and to the kids off all age that was very nice of u all to chip in for a mum or dad have asked to help shows that mum and dad are raising these children in a beautiful way that help I love it. MUM DAD KEEP UP UR AMAZING INCREDIBLE JOB UR DOING WITH UR KIDS I WOULD NOT CHANGE ANYTHING WONDERFUL JOB WITH THIS AMOUNT OF KIDS. LOVE U GUYS
DeShawn and Alex are always so very helpful. You and Josh are raising such beautiful human beings; each special in their own unique ways. What a blessing and a joy to watch. Great parenting you two. Happy Birthday Patrick. Oh, forgive me if I misspelled DeShawn 's name.
oh hey,good night/day i just want to let you know that you misspelled his name the right is *Dayshawn have a good night/day!! (not trying to be rude).God bless you :)
Wow! Your kids are so lucky to have a mom that splashes out to make each birthday a memorable one!! Alicia ..the love just flows throughout your home. I've never heard you become annoyed or cranky or lose your temper. Happy 14th Patrick!!!
So proud of the young man Patrick has become! Alicia so happy you saved him and Bree from a life of who knows what! They are incredibly happy now! You changed their lives so much!
I swear alicia you deserve mother of the year! Every one of those kids are extremely lucky to have you. Your kids someday when their adults will think back and remember everything you ever did for them and remember a great childhood. I know I personally do with my parents. So many kids sadly don't have the love and support you give your babies, I wish every child had a mother like you. Your making such a huge difference to their lives and the people who watch you, your an inspiration! ❤
All her shopping videos always sort of satisfy the shopaholic in me. Just grabbing stuff of the shelves without worrying about your bank account is SOOO satisfying.. ( Only some shopaholics understand)
I have a couple of tricks for picking a good pineapple! The first one is the smell! If it smells very sweet and very pineappley it’s ripe! The second one is to find the leaves on top that are in the very center, pull on one of them and if it comes out easily it’s ripe, if you have to tug on it really hard to get it out, it’s not ready!
Yay! Love your party prep videos! Patrick is such a sweetheart. Ripe pineapples are golden yellow, no green. Pineapples with green will ripen overtime, but if eaten while green the flesh can be a little tough.
This is so much fun! The yellow and pink are such happy colors- a lovely Easter/spring vibe even. Everything you do, Alicia, has an extra-special ingredient packed in- love. Just enjoy you and your terrific family so much!
you are the best mom in the world. you are so thoughtful and when buying things for your kids you always think about how much they will like it. also you can also tell in your videos that your kids are very grateful and well behaved. thank you for being an amazing mom.
You remind me so much of myself when I was your age!! I love the party prep and gift wrapping. I also love how each of your kids has their special days to feel loved and important to the family. God bless.
Happy Birthday Patrick, you are such a sweetheart and so deserving of an awesome party like this. Great job mom and dad for making so many special memories for all of your children, that's something they will always keep in their heart.
Your kids will forever have fond memories because of the love and care you and Josh give them. Love that you guys are SDC teachers. Love, a school psychologists.
I remember my 14th birthday party. I wanted a Monopoly themed birthday. My mom worked so hard on making it work. I had red, yellow, and light blue colors, there was actual monopoly game pieces used in the decorations, my mom got creative with doing some sort of train that said Reading Railroad on it and it had presents to deliver to me. Every present I got was Monopoly themed: Limited Edition Monopoly Match Box and Hot Wheels cars, pinball machine, shower curtain, bath rug, towels, soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, trash can, tissue box holder, bedding, lamp, wall clock, clothing, Monopoly board game sets that I didn't already have at the time (I now own about 75 different versions of monopoly lol 😂). It was one of the best birthday parties I had. I hope Patrick enjoys his 14th birthday and much as I enjoyed mine.
Hi dear Alicia! For the first sorry for my bad enghlish, I write from Italy. I love your family a lots, it's the family I dreamed when my parents passed away and I was alone in a big city like Rome and no one take care of me. I was 17 years old but I was so angry whit the life that I choice wrong way and I suffered a lot.I know that if I was so lucky to meet a family like yours and a second mom like you my life could be better. So, thank you for all you do for this kids,! Now I'm mum of a "man" of 25 years old who is my life!! Please, never stop to help this kids , in Italy is very hard to adopt kids and a lots of kis grow up in institute whitout a family and this is very sade. God bless you and your wonderful family .Big hugs for you all
Thank God for good hearted people like you and your husband. I don't know how you afford to spoil all those babies (birth to 20 are babies to me 🥰), but I'm so happy that you can and that you share it with us!
Picking out pineapples 🍍🍍: the more yellow they are the more ripe or perfect, the more greener they are they are not as ready. Also you can tug at the leaves & if they pull off easily they are good to go 🙂
I'm going to be 33 in November, and want a party like this 🤗. I love how Patrick embraces liking the color pink!! Y'all did an awesome job throwing a party like this for such a sweet and caring young man. Patrick is the sweetest kid he makes my heart happy. The shirt, suspenders, and bowtie are definitely him he will look so handsome. Yes the crabby Patty gummies are sooo good my son likes them 😂🤣😅. You look awesome today I love the updo hair look. You and Josh are so amazing and such a special couple for making all the birthdays big and special for them. Thank you for letting us tag along shopping for his birthday.
Happy birthday, Patrick!!! He seems just like a fun and sweet child to be around... definitely one of my favorites of the gang! Ps.: to know if a pineapple is ripe you just pick one of the leaves and try to pull it, if it comes out easily it's ripe, if not, it's not good yet
Why are you the cutest family? Like, seriously?! I hope to have that one day, and be as generous, kind-hearted, compassionate, and understanding as you!
Love that all the kids are so willing to be involved in the decoration process and getting ready for a sibling's birthday part......and NO ONE complained about it! What great kids!
Hi Mrs A, I love you channel. I love your attentiveness to the meals and birthdays you put together. You're truly a wonderful mom. You remember every small detail about your children, I'm that kind of mom too. I only have 3 children and they're all grown now, but i still pay attention to or notice the little things about them. I do the same with my grandbabies.
I hate when the video ends!!! lol Please make them longer!! or more videos and less shorts, I just can't get enough of this wonderful family! HBD Patrick!
Deshaun acts likes he's always been there, you and Josh do a great job of making everyone feel so included it seems. I watch the channel here and there because my wife and I are hoping to foster soon and I am always looking for tips and ideas of inclusivity and just a warm family environment. Good job!
That’s nice you go all out for each child. What wonderful memories you are creating. How many biological children of the 12 do you have. Patrick was my favorite sponge Bob character.
Alicia and Josh you did an amazing job again. Team work. I love how all the kids helped out to make Patrick's Birthday, so special. Thank you for taking us along on all your shopping 🛍️ trips it makes my day, I also like to see what's new. Can't wait to see what else is going on. Have a fun and exciting time. 🎂🎉💜💕
I'm so glad Patrick had a amazing birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 props to supermom and dad for all that you do to love and care for each of your beautiful children ❤️ very impressive
First! I love watching your videos and how you care so much for your kids! Every birthday that one of your kids have you make their birthday amazing!!🧡
Girl you're AWESOME love how you make sure the kids feel so special on their birthday and how you have raised your kids to help and love each other. You don't find that in too many families these days
Sending Birthday Wishes for Patrick… wishing him a spectacular day filled with love, laughter and lots of fun!!! 💕🥳🎶🎂🎈🎁🎉 On a side note to help picking a ripe pineapple, if the flesh has began to have a little yellowing to it and you can gently pull one of the center green pieces from the top of the pineapple and it comes out easily with no resistance and the pineapple is firm with just a small amount of give it is generally ready to eat. Wishing you all a great day celebrating Patrick! Thank you so much for taking us along and allowing us to share the day!!!
aww i love the bright colors. They should totally bring more SpongeBob themed stuff. HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK!!✨💓🥳 hope all of you have a wonderful day and take care!
I love how all of the kids work so awesome together! Dash cracks me up! Honestly you can feel all of the love so thanks for sharing that. You brighten my days! 💕
It’s so nice to see the teens being so helpful and sweet to the smaller children. You are doing something right! I applaud you girl!! 👏👏👏 Happy Birthday Patrick🎂🍰🧁🎈🛍🎁🎊
🍍🍍🍍To pick a good pineapple, the middle leaves will pop out when it’s ripe! When you pull a middle leaf, and you can pick up the pineapple it’s not ripe
I'm not sure if you have a dollar tree in your area but they have amazing party decorations for just 1.25 each, just thought I'd suggest for future parties because I know you always have to buy so much for your beautiful big family....Such a fan of your channel and your family...Happy Belated Birthday Patrick!!! You look like you had a blast 🥳🥰
The best pineapple has really loose leaves in the middle like butter pull out. Also if you smell the base where the stem meets the pineapple and it smells like a strong pineapple its fresh and ready to cut.
All of your kids are so nice to each other considering…. My kids don’t even like to be in the same room as each other let alone help. I get there will be fights and hurts feeling but for the most part kuddos to you mom and dad! HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK!!!!🥳
You know what, I wear all black 🖤 but I'm definitely getting something pink just for Patrick❤️❤️❤️ Alicia your attention to every detail in this post 💯 👌🏽👌🏽 you are just special. Everyone, even Miss Donut helping out with the prep was beautiful. And Dash shouting "I wanna help" just shows how close your family is and the love shared amongst the children. You and Josh are doing a great job here. Happy birthday to the most loving, caring and thoughtful boy in the house. Blessings to you Patrick.
Love how lovable mother she is. How she put all her time to make parties for each of her kids. She’s always smiling even when cooking. I love parties 🎉 🎊😁
Also as a yellow punch you could have used the (2) pineapple fanta ~ (1) Sprite and pineapple sherbet as a punch for the yellow & the (2) Sunkist strawberry lemonade soda~ (1) Sprite and the strawberry sherbet (pink) you could put them in beverage dispensers...Just a thought Or the Hawaiian Punch in the yellow & the pink and just pour them into beverage dispensers
I hope they know how much thousands you throw on them on a weekly basis and hopefully they will forever be grateful they are lucky to have a mommy like you 🥰🥰
@@delarivateresa8290 yes I know but several kids like my own gets all the love and guidance but to simply have a birthday behind several others and still get almost 2k thrown on you is amazing they don't see that as a child but hopefully they know and appreciate it Your focusing on Alicia I'm focusing on the babies and how lovely their life is going
@@daniellelm3 they’ll be fine. They’ll still be a part of the the Dougherty’s family and I’m sure there’s plenty of other great things about being reunified with their mom. She’s also commented in the past that at least Neveah will come back for visits once she’s back with her mom. I’m sure Dayshawn too.
Girl, you hired a Lifeguard 👌🏼🥰♥️ You truly think of everything! I Love watching these moments! They’re so genuinely happy and all about them!!🥰 It’s beautiful to see! Thank you for sharing, Alicia!♥️
You look fantastic with your hair in a bun. You always look good might I say but the hair up really shows your face. It's like that with everyone I suppose. I love it!
I love how much you always celebrate each birthday with so much joy and happiness ! Helium is in very very small amounts, it will be used up soon, no more helium! ❤️
This video gave me so much energy and happiness today. I live for your excitement for the birthdays and I feel honored to get to “come along” 🥳 also love the bun hair!
Crabby patty,, to pick a perfect pineapple...look for a more yellow pineapple and go to the top were the stalk/leaves are .....if when you pull on a leafs in middle and it pulls out easily your pineapple is ripe
I really like your hair pulled back like that, it shows off your pretty eyes. You all put so much into each child's birthday which is great, I'm sure they all feel very special.
I love how much effort you put into all the birthdays … my eldest son is 18 in February he doesn’t want a party but I still want to make a fuss so I’m getting ideas from you for decorating for it 🎉 xx😊
Teacher here. Let me just tell you how impressed I am with how everyone pitches in and the big ones are so patient with the little ones. They talk to each other respectfully and problem solve together. I am sure you go to bed exhausted, but fulfilled that you have such wonderful kids.
Thank You 🧡🧡🧡
@@DoughertyDozen hello I am such a big fan and love the vids and when is the birthday party vid coming out
Hi l love watching your videos u are a loverly family
can we talk about patrick (and bree) for a second? you said they had major behavioural issues or something along those lines when you first met them. in every single one of your videos that ive watched with them in, they're so extremely down to earth, kind, well mannered children. it's very surprising to hear they had significant issues with their behaviour because the two people that i see they've become today, you wouldn't for a second think that they had those struggles in the past. proud of you alicia & josh for giving them love, and allowing them to become a true inspiration (:
edit: ive read some of the replies. i only "name-dropped" them because alicia has spoken about this publicly. i completely understand people saying it's embarrassing, but i don't think there's a right or wrong in whether you choose to share that information or not. i would hope that any of the children if they didn't feel comfortable with information being shared, would explicitly say that to their mum, and likewise i would hope she'd listen. but maybe the children allowing their mum to show their life helps them see their progression as beautiful people and show life has its ups and downs but you can still find light. showing that as bluntly and publicly for some might give them a place of comfort where they can see their story, not be ashamed, and meet other people with similar experiences or people who are proud of them. equally other children may not benefit from that at all, and would much rather blossom in the comforts of their privacy. i guess it's each family to their own, and if it does come out that they are no longer comfortable or alicia/josh do not approve of this comment and it's name referencing then that's completely fine, and i shall remove this comment! i just wanted to state that i truly find all of her kids so inspirational and worthy (:
Same!! I don’t know what kind of “issues” they had, those kids are perfect 🤩
Yes, they are wonderful kids. Great job at parenting.
This is so true, they're always so polite and sweet, and especially helpful to their siblings 🥲❤️
It’s because they’re in a good environment I can still see what is going on with them to because my son has ADHD but they look like normal kids
Bree and Patrick have the warmest most sweetheart smiles ever. Every video I watch these two just melt my heart ❤️ every baby do but I just wanted to give these two special attention today since it’s Patrick’s bday. Such wonderful children I know they will grow up to be amazing adults in society 🥰
Them Blue Eyes are mesmerizing, your pretty glowing red hair up in a bun brings out your facial beauty, do this often girl❤️
Yes, her having her hair up it beautiful on her
I agree 💯👍👍👍💯
I agree, she should wear her hair like that more often. It's goregous.
Her blue eyes are mesmerizing 🤩
LOVE HER RED HAIR REMINDS ME OF MY MOTHER OF COURSE I AM WAY OLDER THAN ALICA BUT JUST LOVE HER I WANT TO MOVE IN JUST TO BE THERE
I have to say one more thing..Please continue to be as real as you can in your videos. Screw the people who are constantly criticizing the way that YOU choose to raise your children… Living in South Dakota this is very realistic as to how my father planned my birthday party as well… Obviously not as many supplies because I was not a family of 14. People legitimately need to stop being so judgmental it makes me sick. That’s all ❤️
One of the best things about having so many kids is we get to see these party videos 12 times a year lol. They are my favorite 💛 Happy Bday, Patrick!
So true! 🧡🧡🧡
Only one party for the twins.
@@gribbler1695 Theirs twins?
I love that y'all let the kids decide their favorite themes for their parties. I also love how ypu allow them to have as age appropriate gifts as possible while still keeping their safety and abilities in mind. As a mother to child with "special needs," I fully understand how difficult this can be. Great job, Mom and Dad!
Thank you!
@@DoughertyDozen you are so welcome
Am such a massive fan!! Who else agrees that all of the kids get along so well and Dayshawn fits right in with the rest!!
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@@DoughertyDozen your such a nice mom! Keep it up :)
And Nevaeh too!
I just love how you and Josh make each child's birthday a memorable,special day ....the whole family lends a hand...Patrick will be surprised and so 😊...can't wait to see the look on his face when he sees his dirt bike...Happy Birthday Patrick!!
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Ham burglers!!!!!!!!
@@Goaway624 ?
Beautifully said. It’s amazing what genuine love and compassion can do for a couple of kids that had a rough start to life. All the kids are flourishing.
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Oh my goodness there is now worst then trying to wrap gift as the minute and the bike that Patrick is also be going to get is going to blow his mind away.
It’s really so lovely to see ur bigger an smaller children help u as much as they it’s showing me that how close ur family of 14 really are very special bond between all the kids it may have been if u ask for help but I herd very clearly the kids were saying I want to help as well it just melted my heart well done and to the kids off all age that was very nice of u all to chip in for a mum or dad have asked to help shows that mum and dad are raising these children in a beautiful way that help I love it.
MUM DAD KEEP UP UR AMAZING INCREDIBLE JOB UR DOING WITH UR KIDS I WOULD NOT CHANGE ANYTHING WONDERFUL JOB WITH THIS AMOUNT OF KIDS.
LOVE U GUYS
DeShawn and Alex are always so very helpful. You and Josh are raising such beautiful human beings; each special in their own unique ways. What a blessing and a joy to watch. Great parenting you two. Happy Birthday Patrick. Oh, forgive me if I misspelled DeShawn 's name.
oh hey,good night/day i just want to let you know that you misspelled his name the right is *Dayshawn have a good night/day!! (not trying to be rude).God bless you :)
And James! He is always helping too.
Dayshawn, I'm proud of you for helping. You are being very kind and respectful.
Wow! Your kids are so lucky to have a mom that splashes out to make each birthday a memorable one!! Alicia ..the love just flows throughout your home. I've never heard you become annoyed or cranky or lose your temper. Happy 14th Patrick!!!
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Patrick and Bree are the sweetest and most well-mannered and most of all POLITE out of all the kids. Love them!
I think it is cute how she always says to Alicia "Thank you Mom" that is so sweet. With a big smile on her face.
I'm really impressed by how perfectly you organize birthdays every time. Really a talent.
So proud of the young man Patrick has become! Alicia so happy you saved him and Bree from a life of who knows what! They are incredibly happy now! You changed their lives so much!
I swear alicia you deserve mother of the year! Every one of those kids are extremely lucky to have you. Your kids someday when their adults will think back and remember everything you ever did for them and remember a great childhood. I know I personally do with my parents. So many kids sadly don't have the love and support you give your babies, I wish every child had a mother like you. Your making such a huge difference to their lives and the people who watch you, your an inspiration! ❤
All her shopping videos always sort of satisfy the shopaholic in me. Just grabbing stuff of the shelves without worrying about your bank account is SOOO satisfying.. ( Only some shopaholics understand)
Watching other people spend their money feels good 😂
Same I need some lol
Omg same here i love her shopping videos😭!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK! 🎂 You’re an amazing young man! 🎉
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Krabby patties
Happy birthday patrick
I have a couple of tricks for picking a good pineapple! The first one is the smell! If it smells very sweet and very pineappley it’s ripe! The second one is to find the leaves on top that are in the very center, pull on one of them and if it comes out easily it’s ripe, if you have to tug on it really hard to get it out, it’s not ready!
Yay! Love your party prep videos! Patrick is such a sweetheart.
Ripe pineapples are golden yellow, no green. Pineapples with green will ripen overtime, but if eaten while green the flesh can be a little tough.
Ah! Good to know!
Patrick and Bree a dream ❤️ it’s astonishing to know they had “behavioral issues”
Aw I love how Dayshawn picked dash up so that he could reach the balloon. That was so cute!☺️
This is so much fun! The yellow and pink are such happy colors- a lovely Easter/spring vibe even. Everything you do, Alicia, has an extra-special ingredient packed in- love. Just enjoy you and your terrific family so much!
you are the best mom in the world. you are so thoughtful and when buying things for your kids you always think about how much they will like it. also you can also tell in your videos that your kids are very grateful and well behaved. thank you for being an amazing mom.
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Remember Josh was the one in Now York that took pictures of stuff he wanted and Josh ordered most of it and Alicia says Ok thank you. Great Dad too.
You remind me so much of myself when I was your age!! I love the party prep and gift wrapping. I also love how each of your kids has their special days to feel loved and important to the family. God bless.
Happy Birthday Patrick, you are such a sweetheart and so deserving of an awesome party like this. Great job mom and dad for making so many special memories for all of your children, that's something they will always keep in their heart.
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Your kids will forever have fond memories because of the love and care you and Josh give them. Love that you guys are SDC teachers. Love, a school psychologists.
This woman Genuinely loves shopping every day. I can't wrap my head around it but I'm here for it
I remember my 14th birthday party. I wanted a Monopoly themed birthday. My mom worked so hard on making it work. I had red, yellow, and light blue colors, there was actual monopoly game pieces used in the decorations, my mom got creative with doing some sort of train that said Reading Railroad on it and it had presents to deliver to me. Every present I got was Monopoly themed: Limited Edition Monopoly Match Box and Hot Wheels cars, pinball machine, shower curtain, bath rug, towels, soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, trash can, tissue box holder, bedding, lamp, wall clock, clothing, Monopoly board game sets that I didn't already have at the time (I now own about 75 different versions of monopoly lol 😂). It was one of the best birthday parties I had. I hope Patrick enjoys his 14th birthday and much as I enjoyed mine.
I’m turning 28 this year and never had a birthday party like this. Secretly hoping someone will throw me one at any point in my life!! lol 🤞🏻
Right?!
Same lol 🥺
Same girl same 😭
Happy 14th birthday Patrick! What an amazing, kind, warm young man you are. I hope you have a great day xx
Thank you for bringing us along on your happy shopping 🛍 😊 trips, especially those for the birthday parties. You're the best mom I know.
Hi dear Alicia! For the first sorry for my bad enghlish, I write from Italy. I love your family a lots, it's the family I dreamed when my parents passed away and I was alone in a big city like Rome and no one take care of me. I was 17 years old but I was so angry whit the life that I choice wrong way and I suffered a lot.I know that if I was so lucky to meet a family like yours and a second mom like you my life could be better. So, thank you for all you do for this kids,! Now I'm mum of a "man" of 25 years old who is my life!! Please, never stop to help this kids , in Italy is very hard to adopt kids and a lots of kis grow up in institute whitout a family and this is very sade. God bless you and your wonderful family .Big hugs for you all
Thank God for good hearted people like you and your husband. I don't know how you afford to spoil all those babies (birth to 20 are babies to me 🥰), but I'm so happy that you can and that you share it with us!
Having such a rough morning, seeing this video posted just instantly made my mood better!
Ditto !
Watching the Doughertys after a rough day at work always lightens my mood!
Picking out pineapples 🍍🍍: the more yellow they are the more ripe or perfect, the more greener they are they are not as ready. Also you can tug at the leaves & if they pull off easily they are good to go 🙂
I'm going to be 33 in November, and want a party like this 🤗. I love how Patrick embraces liking the color pink!! Y'all did an awesome job throwing a party like this for such a sweet and caring young man. Patrick is the sweetest kid he makes my heart happy. The shirt, suspenders, and bowtie are definitely him he will look so handsome. Yes the crabby Patty gummies are sooo good my son likes them 😂🤣😅. You look awesome today I love the updo hair look. You and Josh are so amazing and such a special couple for making all the birthdays big and special for them. Thank you for letting us tag along shopping for his birthday.
Happy birthday, Patrick!!! He seems just like a fun and sweet child to be around... definitely one of my favorites of the gang!
Ps.: to know if a pineapple is ripe you just pick one of the leaves and try to pull it, if it comes out easily it's ripe, if not, it's not good yet
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Why are you the cutest family? Like, seriously?! I hope to have that one day, and be as generous, kind-hearted, compassionate, and understanding as you!
Love how everyone pitches in to help! The children are all great and wonderful!
Love that all the kids are so willing to be involved in the decoration process and getting ready for a sibling's birthday part......and NO ONE complained about it! What great kids!
Hi Mrs A, I love you channel. I love your attentiveness to the meals and birthdays you put together. You're truly a wonderful mom. You remember every small detail about your children, I'm that kind of mom too. I only have 3 children and they're all grown now, but i still pay attention to or notice the little things about them. I do the same with my grandbabies.
I hate when the video ends!!! lol Please make them longer!! or more videos and less shorts, I just can't get enough of this wonderful family! HBD Patrick!
Deshaun acts likes he's always been there, you and Josh do a great job of making everyone feel so included it seems. I watch the channel here and there because my wife and I are hoping to foster soon and I am always looking for tips and ideas of inclusivity and just a warm family environment. Good job!
*Dayshawn
That’s nice you go all out for each child. What wonderful memories you are creating. How many biological children of the 12 do you have. Patrick was my favorite sponge Bob character.
I really suggest you visit a Mexican store to get a piñata! You’ll get much better quality and durability and you’ll be supporting a Mexican business!
Alicia and Josh you did an amazing job again. Team work. I love how all the kids helped out to make Patrick's Birthday, so special.
Thank you for taking us along on all your shopping 🛍️ trips it makes my day, I also like to see what's new.
Can't wait to see what else is going on. Have a fun and exciting time. 🎂🎉💜💕
I'm so glad Patrick had a amazing birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 props to supermom and dad for all that you do to love and care for each of your beautiful children ❤️ very impressive
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First! I love watching your videos and how you care so much for your kids! Every birthday that one of your kids have you make their birthday amazing!!🧡
Happy Birthday Patrick!!! Hope you have an amazing day!!
Girl you're AWESOME love how you make sure the kids feel so special on their birthday and how you have raised your kids to help and love each other. You don't find that in too many families these days
Deshawn and neveah seem to really be loving life with you all
Sending Birthday Wishes for Patrick… wishing him a spectacular day filled with love, laughter and lots of fun!!! 💕🥳🎶🎂🎈🎁🎉
On a side note to help picking a ripe pineapple, if the flesh has began to have a little yellowing to it and you can gently pull one of the center green pieces from the top of the pineapple and it comes out easily with no resistance and the pineapple is firm with just a small amount of give it is generally ready to eat.
Wishing you all a great day celebrating Patrick! Thank you so much for taking us along and allowing us to share the day!!!
aww i love the bright colors. They should totally bring more SpongeBob themed stuff. HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK!!✨💓🥳 hope all of you have a wonderful day and take care!
Your hair looks so cute like that! Also I love that you give each child such a special birthday.
I love how all of the kids work so awesome together! Dash cracks me up! Honestly you can feel all of the love so thanks for sharing that. You brighten my days! 💕
Happy birthday Patrick I hope you have an amazing day 😘🎉 Aelicia you and Josh go above and beyond for your children. Amazing xxx
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Happy Birthday, Patrick. He is always smiling. He's truly a happy young man. Bless him.
I’m so in love with these vlogs 💚🍃 Everything looks pretty 💕
It’s so nice to see the teens being so helpful and sweet to the smaller children. You are doing something right! I applaud you girl!! 👏👏👏 Happy Birthday Patrick🎂🍰🧁🎈🛍🎁🎊
What a shining light Alicia is! LOVE THE DD
I love how you told Nevaeh you had a pink shirt if she wanted, not forcing her to wear it.
Happy Birthday Patrick!! Household filled with love and excitement. Love your videos.
🍍🍍🍍To pick a good pineapple, the middle leaves will pop out when it’s ripe! When you pull a middle leaf, and you can pick up the pineapple it’s not ripe
That is so so so smart to hire a lifeguard for the pool party!!! Great idea mom!
I love watching you! I love how you spoil your family! Thanks for letting me be a part of your sweet family through these videos!
Been waiting for this video to come up the whole day! Happy Birthday, Patrick!
Lemonade 🍋 AND Strawberry Lemonade 🍓 🍋 … perfect for summer and pink and yellow! 😃
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I'm not sure if you have a dollar tree in your area but they have amazing party decorations for just 1.25 each, just thought I'd suggest for future parties because I know you always have to buy so much for your beautiful big family....Such a fan of your channel and your family...Happy Belated Birthday Patrick!!! You look like you had a blast 🥳🥰
The best pineapple has really loose leaves in the middle like butter pull out. Also if you smell the base where the stem meets the pineapple and it smells like a strong pineapple its fresh and ready to cut.
So pull out the inner most leaves and if they come our easy and it smells like pineapple under the stem where you pull leaves its ready.
Deshawns girlfriend wore pink! How utterly thoughtful of her!
Alicia's hairstyle made her eyes more mesmerizing, like i've been staring at her eyes that whole moment..
🎉🎊Happy Birthday Patrick 💛💖
Those little gummy burgers are called crabby patties 🙂
Happy 14th Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 Patrick 🎉🎈🎁
All of your kids are so nice to each other considering…. My kids don’t even like to be in the same room as each other let alone help. I get there will be fights and hurts feeling but for the most part kuddos to you mom and dad!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK!!!!🥳
You’re such a wonderful mom and you inspire me so much. Your family is amazing inside and out 💛💕 happy birthday Patrick
Anyone that says she favors her biological kids more needs to watch this video. She adores all her kids equally.
You know what, I wear all black 🖤 but I'm definitely getting something pink just for Patrick❤️❤️❤️
Alicia your attention to every detail in this post 💯 👌🏽👌🏽 you are just special.
Everyone, even Miss Donut helping out with the prep was beautiful. And Dash shouting "I wanna help" just shows how close your family is and the love shared amongst the children. You and Josh are doing a great job here.
Happy birthday to the most loving, caring and thoughtful boy in the house. Blessings to you Patrick.
Love how lovable mother she is.
How she put all her time to make parties for each of her kids. She’s always smiling even when cooking. I love parties 🎉 🎊😁
I love the bun look!! You should do that more often.
Yay! Thank you for posting this! I Iove your birthday parties!!
I was waiting for this vlog thankyou and btw you are an awesome mom awesome 😎
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Also as a yellow punch you could have used the (2) pineapple fanta ~ (1) Sprite and pineapple sherbet as a punch for the yellow & the (2) Sunkist strawberry lemonade soda~ (1) Sprite and the strawberry sherbet (pink) you could put them in beverage dispensers...Just a thought
Or the Hawaiian Punch in the yellow & the pink and just pour them into beverage dispensers
I hope they know how much thousands you throw on them on a weekly basis and hopefully they will forever be grateful they are lucky to have a mommy like you 🥰🥰
@@delarivateresa8290 yes I know but several kids like my own gets all the love and guidance but to simply have a birthday behind several others and still get almost 2k thrown on you is amazing they don't see that as a child but hopefully they know and appreciate it
Your focusing on Alicia I'm focusing on the babies and how lovely their life is going
I’m worried about when the other two have to go back to their mom and there’s no way she could afford this lifestyle for them.
@@daniellelm3 yes I know they are enjoying it while it last because only Lord knows what they have to go through going back
@@daniellelm3 they’ll be fine. They’ll still be a part of the the Dougherty’s family and I’m sure there’s plenty of other great things about being reunified with their mom. She’s also commented in the past that at least Neveah will come back for visits once she’s back with her mom. I’m sure Dayshawn too.
Girl, you hired a Lifeguard 👌🏼🥰♥️ You truly think of everything! I Love watching these moments! They’re so genuinely happy and all about them!!🥰 It’s beautiful to see! Thank you for sharing, Alicia!♥️
I think it's great how all the teens jump in and as needed, even though they gouge the pumpkin bread.
I love the colors! You are really an inspiration and your kids are very lucky to have you ❤️❤️
Dash is so sweet be careful it might blow up. He is a sweetheart ❣️
Your videos always put a smile on my face and a joy in my heart. God bless your family!
Happy birthday, Patrick! God bless you and the whole Dougherty fam.
I love that you celebrate each Birthday in such a happy family way. Your children are so generous and kind.
You look fantastic with your hair in a bun. You always look good might I say but the hair up really shows your face. It's like that with everyone I suppose. I love it!
Thanks!!
I love how much you always celebrate each birthday with so much joy and happiness ! Helium is in very very small amounts, it will be used up soon, no more helium! ❤️
This video gave me so much energy and happiness today. I live for your excitement for the birthdays and I feel honored to get to “come along” 🥳 also love the bun hair!
Crabby patty,, to pick a perfect pineapple...look for a more yellow pineapple and go to the top were the stalk/leaves are .....if when you pull on a leafs in middle and it pulls out easily your pineapple is ripe
Love the decorations! You guys should get the parent award of the century!
I really like your hair pulled back like that, it shows off your pretty eyes.
You all put so much into each child's birthday which is great, I'm sure they all feel very special.
i like the new hairdo it brings out your beautiful eyes. I bet it's a lot cooler at this time of year. you rock
Thank you!
I love how much effort you put into all the birthdays … my eldest son is 18 in February he doesn’t want a party but I still want to make a fuss so I’m getting ideas from you for decorating for it 🎉 xx😊
These kids! Taking away all us moms fun ☺️
These kids are living our childhood/teenage dreams! 🥰