Category Archives: health

You Know When Pops is Coming Cuz He’s Here

Thursday, November 8th 2018 Sometimes we’re not sure when Grandpa Pops is going to arrive when he visits us from Minnesota.  Today we have a pretty good hunch.  And when I mentioned this to the kids there was much rejoicing. … Continue reading

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LEARNING TO JUGGLE with Jenny

November 8th 2018 Among other things I have fallen in love with teaching juggling.  Today in fact I had the best teaching session I’ve ever had; with my son and about 20 of his classmates!  It is adorable how these … Continue reading

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Gillum, Abrams, Beto

Wednesday, November 7th 2018 My son’s first question this morning, “Did the Democrats gain a majority?” Well… in half of Congress we did (the House).  So there is hope yet. And though I am seriously bummed about Beto O’Rourke losing … Continue reading

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Get Out The Vote with Bernie Sanders!

Sunday, November 4th 2018 Not for nothing, but today we shook his hand. (!!!) 2018-11-04 G.O.T.V. with Bernie Sanders! [1:12]: https://youtu.be/b1JO8D6PaCA Of course, it’s “not about Bernie, it’s about all of us.” And voting for everyone’s lives. But goodness how … Continue reading

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Guns Explained with Cats

Sunday, November 4th 2018 Thanks to my 10 y/o Gavin for showing this to me! Guns Explained with Cats [3:47]:   NO regular civilian needs a cheetah. At ALL. ♠

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Laughter League Live: My Kids’ Stardom

Thursday, November 1st 2018 Might I mention that each of my kids were SUPERSTARS for this historic event!?!           Super proud Mama!!! The whole team was proud of them actually. (And so much positive audience feedback, … Continue reading

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Hospital Clowning: Laughter League Teaser Video

Friday, November 2nd 2018 Was last night a dream? Laughter League Live was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience last night… until we do it again NEXT TIME. In the meantime, here is the two minute “Teaser” video showcasing our work in … Continue reading

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Hospital Clowning: Laughter League Live!

November 1st 2018 Here is our show showcasing and supporting vital work bringing the medicine of laughter to Children’s Hospital patients. 2018-11-01 Laughter League Live – Video Slideshow [2:43]:   Amazing photos by @Rich Gastwirt ◊

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Inmanween Creatures

Friday, October 26th 2018 2018-10-26 Inmanween Creatures [1:06]: ClaraJane as Harley Quinn Gavin Trick-or-Treats AND shop at the hardware store. Gavin is officially taller than the babysitter, ❤️Julia❤️. Moreover, Mom&Dad went OUT later thanks to ❤️Julia❤️. Also, our cat can … Continue reading

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At Rise: No Offense Mom

Monday, October 22nd 2018   At Rise:  Mom is answering Gavin’s question about reincarnation as espoused by the Hindu Religion Uncle Rob followed for decades. Mom:  So they believe that each lifetime is for the purpose of working through issues.  … Continue reading

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