Category Archives: mental health

Rockwellian Christmas Tree Day

Posted on 2014/12/07 by circuskitchen

Sunday, December 7th 2014 Blessed with no work on this early December Sunday, Dear Hubby and I undertook to take our kids OUT of the city and INTO the country to find ourselves a Christmas Tree.  Imagine: A drive just long … Continue reading →

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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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Where it at Doe?

Posted on 2014/11/05 by circuskitchen

Just a silly thing from the internet. A newscaster amusing himself during commercial break, to the chagrin of his co-anchor. However it’s a wonderful clown piece with the ultimate “strait man,” and an assist from the producer fooling with the … 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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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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GAVIN CJ DANCE OFF

Posted on 2014/08/04 by circuskitchen

Monday, August 4th 2014 After their first day of camp so far this summer, Gavin performed some dance moves he learned… while adoring sister emulates him with all her heart. GLO CJ DANCE [1min, 25 secs]:  http://youtu.be/ytF8j_Lo33E   I know … Continue reading →

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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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