Category Archives: history

That Time Your Child Spontaneously Gives a Speech at a Political Forum

Posted on 2018/03/21 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, March 21st 2018 So I take my kids to the library to screen this documentary about the Women’s March:     I didn’t even ask if they WANTED to.  Especially in light of the fact that Gavin recently expressed … Continue reading →

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There’s Nothing Wrong with That

Posted on 2018/02/17 by circuskitchen

Saturday, February 17th 2018 I ask the kids if I should get rid of this t-shirt.  It’s navy blue with a flying heart on it.  I like it it but it doesn’t really fit anymore (a-hem).  They like it too, … Continue reading →

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Parenting: Video Game Rant

Posted on 2018/02/11 by circuskitchen

Sunday, February 11th 2018 Somehow my son’s extensive and impressive foray into Minecraft has morphed into a “Roblox” habit.  Keep in mind yes we regulate the amount of time he gets on the computer, say nothing for the unmitigated access … Continue reading →

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Touchnote: Stand Up Guy

Posted on 2018/01/24 by circuskitchen

Post January 20th 2017 At the risk of bragging, and reticent as I am to use the term, it is no secret I am PROUD of my young son and his political activism thus far.  He is the reason we … Continue reading →

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Gavin is a Stand Up Guy

Posted on 2018/01/20 by circuskitchen

January 20th 2018 Women’s March 2018                                           #FuckFascism  #ITMFA   

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At Rise: Best Phone Call Ever

Posted on 2017/11/02 by circuskitchen

Thursday, November 2nd 2017   AT RISE:  Driving kids to school, Mom is telling story of how once B.K. (Before Kids),  Mom & Dad were finishing up a wonderful date sailing on the Charles River when they discovered their cell … Continue reading →

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Our Revolution: Bernie Sanders Live in Somerville!

Posted on 2017/10/23 by circuskitchen

Monday, October 23rd 2017   “…We have two jobs: 1) Tell Mr. Trump he will not divide this country over sexual orientation, color of skin or county of origin. 2) We need a progressive agenda for the working class and … Continue reading →

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Our Revolution: Friendly Neighborhood Politicians

Posted on 2017/10/23 by circuskitchen

Monday, October 23rd 2017 I went to the rally to slake the parched chokehold of desperation in the desert of what is our currently horrifying Chump-inspired global political climate.   And to get a better sense of our City Council candidates before … Continue reading →

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#TakeAKnee: Historically…

Posted on 2017/10/06 by circuskitchen

          Here is an artist and role model my son and I are proud to call friend:  

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#TakeAKnee: It’s Not About Veterans or the Flag

Posted on 2017/10/06 by circuskitchen

Take it from a (white) four star general:    This WWII Vet:    This patriot:    These solidiers:   This radical concept:   Or my favorite quote about the whole issue:       

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