Category Archives: education

Taekwondo Redux

Posted on 2015/04/17 by circuskitchen

Wednesday April 15th, 2015 [“Why My Son Needs Karate” [circa 2011]  and “Crimson Kicks” [2014]; just two of my, er… as of yet *unpublished* posts.]   In any case, our current journey with Gavin brought us here:   Check in … Continue reading →

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Suncreen Season

Posted on 2015/04/16 by circuskitchen

April 16th 2015 I say; Tax Day signals the beginning of Sunscreen Season. After this summer We are officially on the Summer side between equinoxes. Two months to Summer Solstice, where sun exposure is at its peak. Check this out: … Continue reading →

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Bunny Diaries – R.I.P. Wiggles Forever

Posted on 2015/04/12 by circuskitchen

Sunday, April 12th 2015 For myself and dear erstwhile readers who may have gotten ensnared in the madness of Crazy Bunny Lady Diaries last year, I present some closure. Here’s what I couldn’t bring myself to write at the time; Wiggles … Continue reading →

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“If” Gavin Had 100 Books

Posted on 2015/04/07 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, April 7th 2015   At school assembly this morning, Gavin’s class sang an original rendition of “If I Had a Million Dollars,” while showcasing their own artwork about a favorite thing.   When it was Gavin’s turn he actually … Continue reading →

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Professor Quackenstein Duck Tour

Posted on 2015/04/01 by circuskitchen

April 1st 2015   As if the excitement of finally riding the Big Underwear Social Tour Bus this week wasn’t enough, I also got to ride the very Boston Duck Boat Tour driven by my BELOVED friend, Danny.   Actually that’s … Continue reading →

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How Do You Spell “Pacifier”

Posted on 2015/03/30 by circuskitchen

March 30th 2015 2015-03-30 Spelling Pacifier [58seconds]:

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B.U.S.T. Bon Voyage Joy Ride

Posted on 2015/03/29 by circuskitchen

Sunday, March 29th 2015 One last time, before they head back home to Germany for six months, we visit the Big Underwear Bus.  This time… for my first time… for a RIDE.  As in, actually spark the thing up and … Continue reading →

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Magic Beans

Posted on 2015/03/26 by circuskitchen

Thursday, March 26th 2015   Off to Magic Beans to spend the $10 ClaraJane earned with her Marble Jar!   Quelle Surprise, the kids are in especially copacetic moods.     Who am I to resist photographing them:   Once … Continue reading →

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Good Morning PukeFace

Posted on 2015/03/24 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, March 24th 2015 Amid the morning bustle today, ClaraJane was being extra clingy.  There she is sitting on Daddy’s lap, joined by brother gratuitously getting in on the action.  (Yes I’m in love with them and take photos ALL … Continue reading →

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To Nature Without Delay

Posted on 2015/03/23 by circuskitchen

Monday, March 23rd 2015 With the newfound urgency and commitment to getting into nature, I nab my kids from school on Monday and drive them all of three miles to the nearest Audobon Sanctuary in Belmont, MA, aptly named “Habitat“). … Continue reading →

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