Category Archives: art

Evidence They Get Along: Peace Begins

Posted on 2017/12/12 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, December 12th 2017 At the risk of bragging overmuch about my kids… I choose this moment to share the fact that for years I have been accumulating what I call “Evidence They Get Along.”  It’s a file on my … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Hold the Sweets

Posted on 2017/12/11 by circuskitchen

Monday, December 11th 2017 Today at Boston Children’s Hospital I got to pair with Dr. Bucket Buster under the observation of our awesome Laughter League Director, Tiffany.   1) SING WITH ME A five year old girl with no hair in … Continue reading →

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UkeOke: Let’s Go Fly A Kite

Posted on 2017/12/10 by circuskitchen

Request courtesy of my lovely niece Olivia. Let’s Go Fly a Kite – from Mary Poppins [Verse 1] G With tuppence for paper and strings, C You can have your own set of wings. G G7 C A With your … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Dr. Dazzle Day

Posted on 2017/12/07 by circuskitchen

Thursday, December 7th 2017 Partnering with Dr. Dazzle today, it’s hard to pick a favorite experience, so here are four! [Note:  Names and other identifying attributes have been changed for privacy.] _____________________________________________________________ 1)  FLIPPER CLAP Entering the room of 7 … Continue reading →

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Author ClaraJane

Posted on 2017/11/21 by circuskitchen

November 21st 2017 ClaraJane chose her famous thumb smashing accident as the writing topic for her First Grade Author Celebration Day. It was a smash hit (so to speak)! 2017-11-21 Author ClaraJane [32 seconds]:

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UkeOke: Someone to Lava

Posted on 2017/11/20 by circuskitchen

Lava  Kuana Torres Kahele, Napua Greig-Nakasone, … A long long time ago there was a volcano Living all alone in the middle of the sea He sat high above his bay watching all the couples play And wishing that he had … Continue reading →

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UkeOke: Really Big Trucks

Posted on 2017/11/14 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, November 14th 2017 Between gigs I manage to stop by Mr. Music in L.A. (that’s Lower Allston in Boston to you).  I need a new ukulele and to see my wonderful friend STEVE from the Reggae Band JAH SPIRIT.  … Continue reading →

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New iPhone Sample Movie

Posted on 2017/11/13 by circuskitchen

Monday, November 13th 2017 Yesterday my phone took a swan dive to its final demise. I seem particularly talented at dropping and breaking cell phones. Especially for a juggler. Determined to get proper protection this time, I hauled off to … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Shhh!

Posted on 2017/11/12 by circuskitchen

Sunday, November 12th 2017 A couple days after my Clown Rounds on Friday, I am reflecting upon a random moment and sharing it with my husband (cue harp playing four seconds of flashback transition music): My partner and I are waiting … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Wake Up, Clown!

Posted on 2017/11/10 by circuskitchen

Friday, November 10th 2017 No wonder I have yet to know what it’s like to perform on all the floors scheduled in a single full day of Clown Rounds from beginning to end.  Each new partner brings a treasure trove … Continue reading →

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