Category Archives: education

That’s Cheese

Posted on 2018/08/10 by circuskitchen

August 2018 Our favorite Borat sketch.  A mind-blowing train wreck in slo-mo! Cheese [4:07]:   Credit to Cousin Zachary for bringing it to our attention. “That’s cheese.” ♥

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Greek Mytholofunny

Posted on 2018/08/10 by circuskitchen

August 10th 2018 Dear Gavin: What a joy it is living around your curiosity, intellect and humor. I loved sharing this nugget with you this morning (even though I know you would never find Greek Mythology boring): Love, Mom

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Blank Checks vs. Empty Pockets

Posted on 2018/08/09 by circuskitchen

August 9th 2018 Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: Why Do We ‘Write Blank Checks for War’ But ‘Our Pockets Are Empty’ When It Comes to Medicare for All? Cortez: ‘Every other developed nation in the world does this. Why can’t America?’ [2:29]: “We … Continue reading →

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Mr. Rogers: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

Posted on 2018/08/04 by circuskitchen

August 2018 Who knew that all this time Fred Rogers’ message of kindness, love and acceptance would end up so very radical? WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? Trailer (2018) – Mr. Fred Rogers Documentary [2:44]:   My wish for you: … Continue reading →

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TALKS NOT WAR: Anti-War Protest in Kendall Square Cambridge

Posted on 2018/08/03 by circuskitchen

Friday, August 3rd 2018   On Friday the kids and I brought signs down to a No War with Iran Rally in Kendall Square Cambridge and listened to some speakers.   1)  Dr. King’s Evil Triplets:  Racism, Poverty and War My … Continue reading →

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ClaraJane, Great Aunt Judy & the Flute

Posted on 2018/07/28 by circuskitchen

Saturday, July 28th 2018 In Clear Lake, Iowa; Great Aunt Judy gives ClaraJane a first lesson and the flute she had received from her parents as a little girl. 2018-07-28 ClaraJane, Great Aunt Judy & the Flute [20 seconds]:   … Continue reading →

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My New Crush: Alexandria Ocasio Cortez

Posted on 2018/07/02 by circuskitchen

July 1st 2017   What a way to start off the 2nd half of this horrific year, with a win by this spunky young self-styled Democratic-Socialist from the Bronx, upsetting an old moldy Democrat in Congress.  Booyah! ‘This is the … Continue reading →

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Southern Momma for the DA-EY

Posted on 2018/06/25 by circuskitchen

June 25th 2018 Hey Sis! I’m ’bout to drop yer baeby off at the medical conference.   This how y’all do it? Souther Momma’s First Day of School Car Line [2:37]:    Lemme know al’raght?!? Love you!! ♥♥

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To Circus Camp with Gavin

Posted on 2018/06/24 by circuskitchen

Sunday, June 24th 2018 Also Cousin Dawson’s second day with us! 2018-06-24 TO CIRCUS CAMP WITH GAVIN [1:36]:   ♥♥♥♥♥

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At Rise: Read It Or Else

Posted on 2018/06/13 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, June 13th 2018   AT RISE:  Mom and kids are about to head for the bus to school. Gavin:  Mom.  Before I leave, I’m going to bring you the book HERA.  And you must have it read by NEXT … Continue reading →

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