Category Archives: Friendship

JoJo & Avila: Best Feature Film Winner!

Posted on 2014/11/13 by circuskitchen

It’s been nearly a week since our encounter with the Incredible Adventures of JoJo and his Annoying Sister Avila, and there are some wonderful updates: First of all, the Director Brian Schmidt wrote me a lovely note of thanks for my … Continue reading →

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The Incredible Adventure of Jojo (and His Annoying Sister Avila)

Posted on 2014/11/08 by circuskitchen

I saw the most amazing movie last night! Being frugal, we don’t generally splurge on entertainment. But when I received a message from a friend yesterday afternoon and watched this trailer, I knew I wanted to go.  When I showed … Continue reading →

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Halloween 2014

Posted on 2014/10/31 by circuskitchen

Here, in 4 minutes, is the dark, dark video tale of our Halloween 2014! Click to play [4mins, 1sec]: And here are the photos: BONUS PIX from Aunt Amanda!    

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Baby Cousin To Be!

Posted on 2014/09/29 by circuskitchen

ClaraJane can hardly wait to meet her new Baby Cousin-To-Be! Baby Cousin To Be [51 seconds]: Neither can we! (But we will.) (o:

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Hella Hull Sister Weekend 2014

Posted on 2014/07/20 by circuskitchen

July 18th-20th ***2014*** The year is 2014.  The month is July.  The sisters -chosen and otherwise- convene with S.O.’s and babies in Hull.  Let the festivities begin! 2014 Hella Hull Sister Weekend [7mins]: Kid Cousin Ages in 2014 Evvy: 17 … Continue reading →

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SPLASH DOWN! Abridged

Posted on 2014/07/17 by circuskitchen

Of all the footage we generated in making the “Splash Down Crash Down” Trilogy, here is la petite piece de resistance: Splash Down! Abridged: [42 seconds] What a total treat to do this project with my kids and 2 nephews. … Continue reading →

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SPLASH DOWN CRASH DOWN 3000!!!

Posted on 2014/07/17 by circuskitchen

Special Family Reunion Time in “Oakland” California with my kids and nephews and brother, sisters and parents! SPLASH DOWN CRASH DOWN! [3:31]: SPLASH DOWN REDUX!! [3:53]: SPLASH DOWN TROIS!!!  [3:26]:   #Skyline

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Pontoon Day with Pops

Posted on 2014/06/24 by circuskitchen

June 24th 2014 The week Donna and Chris got married in Minnesota (on 6/21/2014), Grandpa Pops took us all out on a pontoon. 2014-06-24 Pontoon Day with Grandpa [1min,39secs]:   We love you Pops!

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Uncle Attack!

Posted on 2014/06/22 by circuskitchen

June 22nd 2014 – Minnesota This fateful day, Uncle Paul was attacked by a wild pack of coyotes, I mean kids.          WILL HE SURVIVE?  Watch to find out! Uncle Attack! [1min, 44secs]: Again I’d like to thank … Continue reading →

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Chris & Donna’s Wedding

Posted on 2014/06/22 by circuskitchen

June 22nd 2014 – Minnesota The reason we were in Minnesota was not just for Flamly Wrestling. It was mostly because Uncle Chris and Donna were getting married that beautiful Solstice Day. Everything was beautiful and wonderful, just like Donna. … Continue reading →

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