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performing artist, mom, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, niece... just a regular extraordinary person

Plymouth: Indiana Gavin and the Dogs of DOOM

Posted on 2018/11/11 by circuskitchen

Sunday, November 11th 2018 What a terrifying close encounter we had today! 2018-11-11 Indiana Gavin and the Dogs of DOOM [28 seconds]: #lol! Honestly this may be the most favorite video I’ve made since Froot Loops. ♥

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Plymouth: Five or More Beasts of Knotty Pines

Posted on 2018/11/11 by circuskitchen

Saturday, November 11th 2018 My sister Liz keeps some pretty fabulous company down in Plymouth, Mass. 2018-11-11 Five or More Beasts of Knotty Pines [1:09]:   Here is a 34 second version of same: 2018-11-11 Five Knotty Pine Beasts [34 … Continue reading →

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At Rise: Very Stupid

Posted on 2018/11/10 by circuskitchen

Saturday, November 10th 2018   AT RISE:  Mom is snuggling the children to bed in dark, peaceful, cozy quietude. All:  [Quiet & peaceful.] Mom:  Oh!  you guys;  [Pause.]  *Pffffft.*  [Fart noise.] ClaraJane:  Mom, du-uh!  We know that.  You’ve said that … Continue reading →

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Frank’s with Pops & Zachary

Posted on 2018/11/09 by circuskitchen

Friday, November 9th 2018 Lucky us; dinner with Pops!     OMG these two cousins:   ClaraJane was a bit of a hot mess this evening.  As a calming effort Gavin offered to braid her hair.   To be honest I … Continue reading →

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ClaraJane In & Out of Rollerskates

Posted on 2018/11/09 by circuskitchen

Friday, November 9th 2018 Normal lately is my daughter rollerskating all around overtly whistling. This afternoon she showcased yet another couple of tricks. 2018-11-09 ClaraJane In & Out of Rollerskates [14 seconds]:   ♥

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You Know When Pops is Coming Cuz He’s Here

Posted on 2018/11/08 by circuskitchen

Thursday, November 8th 2018 Sometimes we’re not sure when Grandpa Pops is going to arrive when he visits us from Minnesota.  Today we have a pretty good hunch.  And when I mentioned this to the kids there was much rejoicing. … Continue reading →

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LEARNING TO JUGGLE with Jenny

Posted on 2018/11/08 by circuskitchen

November 8th 2018 Among other things I have fallen in love with teaching juggling.  Today in fact I had the best teaching session I’ve ever had; with my son and about 20 of his classmates!  It is adorable how these … Continue reading →

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Gillum, Abrams, Beto

Posted on 2018/11/07 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, November 7th 2018 My son’s first question this morning, “Did the Democrats gain a majority?” Well… in half of Congress we did (the House).  So there is hope yet. And though I am seriously bummed about Beto O’Rourke losing … Continue reading →

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Voting Day 2018

Posted on 2018/11/06 by circuskitchen

Election Day – Tuesday, November 6th 2018 Voting Day itself was so enjoyable this year.  For a split second We-the-Constituents get to put our hands on the steering wheel.  It reminded me of July 2016 when I was filled with … Continue reading →

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Riding the Blue Wave to VICTORY!!!

Posted on 2018/11/05 by circuskitchen

Monday, November 5th 2018 OK so tomorrow’s the BIG DAY! Ready team?? We GOT THIS!!! Or as Saturday Night Live puts it; Midterm Ad – SNL [1:50]:   #ThanksSNL! ♠♣

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