Category Archives: Hospital Clowning

Hospital Clowning: Family Separation

Posted on 2018/06/19 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, June 19th 2018   Dr. Bafu is so wonderful to know and to work with.  Sometimes he is so funny and I am doing practically nothing as I observe the scene.  Fortunately I am learning to relax and have … Continue reading →

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Children in Cages – What to Do?

Posted on 2018/06/11 by circuskitchen

June 11th 2018   These children are imprisoned for being born somewhere. https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/video/dhs-official-658-children-taken-from-adults-at-border-1245015619748 My hospital clown training has taught me that the pain we feel in the face of others’ suffering is not only perceptual but neurological.  And the way … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Bubbles to Tears

Posted on 2018/05/29 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, May 29th 2018   1) Zombie Nurse Parade* *(Said with deep respect.) Arriving at the hospital in the mornings, as I go in the most striking thing to me is the stream of nurses going out.  Bleary eyed, checking their … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Bucket Busting

Posted on 2018/05/23 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, May 23rd 2018 Although partnering with Dr. Bucket Buster mostly defies description, here are three gems from today.   1)  Playing the Window:  Who’s Turn is it Anyway? A young boy and his father are in the room.  Bucket … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: May the Fourth Be With You

Posted on 2018/05/04 by circuskitchen

Friday, May 4th 2018   Another great day with Dr. Gonzo, my Jedi Master for the day.   Even though; 1)   NOT A GIRL! First elevator ride and we’ve captured the interest of a sweet small child and mother.  They are … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: My First May First

Posted on 2018/05/01 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, May 1st 2018 – All Clowns’ Birthdays   May First is considered the Official Birthday of All Clowns.  It is also a term used by circus folk to expose the inexperience and mistakes of the newest clowns to join … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Twinsies with Gonzo

Posted on 2018/03/23 by circuskitchen

Friday, March 23rd 2018   1) Are You Jenny the Juggler? First thing this morning we are stopped in the hall by a Cardiology Nurse who calls me out and gushes that she has video footage of me on her … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: Tuesday with Jay

Posted on 2018/03/20 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, March 20th 2018 1 )  Pre-Op Emergency We start the morning in Pre-Op, scrubbing in.  Our hands are barely wet when a nurse grabs us for an “Emergency!”   She brings us to the room of a boy who is … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: From Crying to Curious

Posted on 2018/03/16 by circuskitchen

Friday, March 16th 2018 1)  DR. JOEKULELE!: It’s my first time partnering with Dr. Joekulele (the next newest member of the team), and we are not bad!  I enjoy his games with kids where he continually fails to guess their name, … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: See?! Now You’ve Made Me Look Stupid Again!

Posted on 2018/02/27 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, February 27th 2018     1)  Lulling Babies The morning at Hasbro Hospital with Dr. Bahfoo starts with lots of babies and little toddlers, many of whom respond soulfully to ukulele lullabies, much to the delight of the Child … Continue reading →

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