Category Archives: health

Tobin Turkey Trot & More

Posted on 2014/11/26 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, November 26th 2014 We had the great blessing of relatives in town for Thanksgiving, including joining us at the kids’ school to cheer them on for the Tobin Turkey Trot Extravaganza.  Here we are alongside Uncle Chris, Grandma Z, and Grandpa … Continue reading →

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In the Name of Marriage: Lasting Relationships

Posted on 2014/11/17 by circuskitchen

This article was so great I wanted to share it for posterity.  It rang true for me and (selfishly?) I’d like my marriage to be one of the survivors. The original article is here: http://www.businessinsider.com/lasting-relationships-rely-on-2-traits-2014-11 SCIENCE More: The Atlantic Love … 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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ClaraJane’s Paci Library

Posted on 2014/10/24 by circuskitchen

Not everyone believes in allowing their babies to suck on pacifiers past a certain age, and neither do we. But for us, that age is FOUR. Used judiciously, there needn’t be any negative side effects. Both my kids’ oral health … Continue reading →

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Pumpkins 2014

Posted on 2014/10/12 by circuskitchen

October 2014   As I we anticipate getting pumpkins this year (2015), we take a look back to the lovely place we found last year, just across the street from our friend Leonard’s in Lexington.   Requisite shot of Kids in … Continue reading →

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Two Headed Monster

Posted on 2014/10/10 by circuskitchen

Or conjoined twins? October 10th 2014 . 2014-10-10 Two Headed Monster [35seconds]:   http://youtu.be/7y9LPIsBdJg .  

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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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That’s Why I Need More Hot Milk Daddy

Posted on 2014/09/04 by circuskitchen

September 4th, 2014 (Memory courtesy of Daddy + Facebook. ♥)   ♥

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Speaking of Vitamin N

Posted on 2014/08/09 by circuskitchen

August 4, 2014 After a wonderful library show in Swampscott Mass, I managed to steal a quick dip in the ocean. Well actually I lied on the beach and STARED at it a while. Watching and listening to what feels … Continue reading →

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