Category Archives: comedy

Hospital Clowning: April Fools

Posted on 2019/04/01 by circuskitchen

Monday, April 1st 2019 For April Fools this year we got ALL CLOWNS ON DECK.   Instead of the usual two clowns on rounds, we had twelve. How many clowns does it take to make a phone call?   Or … Continue reading →

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ClaraJane and Mommy Dream a Little Dream Again

Posted on 2019/03/31 by circuskitchen

Sunday, March 31st 2019 This time we get to sing for the birthday celebration of my “Russian Father” and incomparable colleague and friend, BENJAMIN ELFANT!   2019 03 31 ClaraJane & Mamma DREAM A LITTLE DREAM for Benjamin’s Birthday [3:56]: … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Giving Blood

Posted on 2019/03/28 by circuskitchen

Thursday, March 28th 2019 Although I have given sweat and tears for this job before, until now I had not given actual blood.  Today included all three.   It’s as easy as making an appointment and reclining in a chair. … Continue reading →

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Face Up Tape

Posted on 2019/03/25 by circuskitchen

Monday, March 25th 2019 Peter Parker kept sitting on the computer, so Gavin started leaving “Face Up Tape” as a deterrent. Peter Parker – AFTER: The Face of Disappointment (in Triplicate) Gavin: 1 Peter Parker: #nope Sorry kitty!

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At Rise: But Life is FUN!

Posted on 2019/03/23 by circuskitchen

Saturday, March 23rd 2019   AT RISE:  After the “Good Parents” discussion, dinner is wrapping up and the kids are still chatting. Gavin:  Olivia, but life is fun! Olivia:  Yeah it is fun. Gavin:  But I wonder what would happen if … Continue reading →

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At Rise: Good Parents

Posted on 2019/03/23 by circuskitchen

Saturday, March 23rd 2019   AT RISE:  The O Flamly and Cousin Olivia are discussing life and family over dinner. Cousin Olivia [to Gavin and ClaraJane] :  You have good parents. Gavin:  Yeah.  My parents make real memories.  The kind you … Continue reading →

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Hey There Dad

Posted on 2019/03/23 by circuskitchen

Saturday, March 23rd 2019 I just love this image my stepmom posted of my ol’ DAD giving a piece of candy to his ol’ Horse. There is so much history and love behind this moment. Hi Dad! Dad and El … Continue reading →

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CJ Cousin Time

Posted on 2019/03/21 by circuskitchen

Thursday, March 21st 2019   Certainly a bonus of concussion recovery is when your COUSINS COME OVER! 2019-03-21 CJ Cousin Time [30 seconds]:   ♥

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Sorta Saint Patricks Day

Posted on 2019/03/17 by circuskitchen

Sunday, March 17th 2019   Leaving the The Magic Flute at Boston Symphony Hall, my son immediately starts plotting to incorporate the Queen of the Night as a supervillian in his next D&D Quest. (!) Walking back towards Cambridge we … Continue reading →

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At Rise: Mommy Daughter Love

Posted on 2019/03/17 by circuskitchen

Sunday, March 17th 2019   AT RISE:  Mom and ClaraJane are getting ready to go to the opera!  Mom is brushing ClaraJane’s hair in front of the bedroom mirror. M:  [Pauses.]  Can I tell you something? C:  What? M:  I … Continue reading →

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