Category Archives: money

The Poor are Not Making You Poor

Posted on 2019/10/16 by circuskitchen

October 2019   There’s a lot to say on this topic, but this cartoon just sums it the hell UP. ♣

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The Great Generation’s Great (Dis)illusionment

Posted on 2019/10/14 by circuskitchen

“Happy” Indiginous People’s Day – Monday, October 14th 2019   I am sad that the “Great Generation” is dying off either clinging to antiquated notions of romantic patriotism, or with the painful understanding that their entire lives were lived on … Continue reading →

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My Son’s Existential Taste in Pop Culture

Posted on 2019/10/11 by circuskitchen

October 11th 2019   Compensating for my own upbringing, I vowed to always tell my kids the truth and keep them informed.  (It seemed a cute little game to just B.S. kids in the 70’s, and stay blithely unaware of … Continue reading →

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Parenting: Free Money!

Posted on 2019/10/09 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, October 9th 2019 Boy:  “Hey Mom!  Do you have any more FREE MONEY!?” Me:  “Great question honey!  I don’t know; I’ll check!” I go check one more spot in the house there might be some spare change from pockets. … Continue reading →

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A Healing Pilgrimage

Posted on 2019/10/04 by circuskitchen

Friday, October 4th 2019   In one of the stranger moves I’ve made in my life lately, I spent over six hours in the car on this day in order to go back to the scene of a very painful … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Uncle Jenny Day

Posted on 2019/10/03 by circuskitchen

Thursday, October 3rd 2019 On the phone before our playday I say, “Mary!  I’m looking forward to our day tomorrow!” She says; “I KNOW.” Presenting:  Mary, Queen of Cats!     2019-10-03 Uncle Jenny Mary Day Video [1:06]: https://youtu.be/GIg7vgnvTEc   … Continue reading →

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“How Was Your Sunday?”

Posted on 2019/09/29 by circuskitchen

Sunday, September 29th 2019 For 13 years now it has been my privilege to face paint for the Allston Village Street Fair in Boston, MA.  This year I was able to make this video slideshow from it.  At the risk of … Continue reading →

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At Rise: Dance Hair

Posted on 2019/09/28 by circuskitchen

Saturday, September 27th 2019   AT RISE: Mom has finished parking the car before ClaraJane’s Saturday morning tap class. CJ: Ready Mom? Mom: Yes. You want help with your hair? CJ: No thanks. Mom: You did it yourself? CJ: Yup! … Continue reading →

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Greta AND My Climate Striking Kids in the News

Posted on 2019/09/23 by circuskitchen

Monday, September 23rd 2019 Today is the day the incomparable 16 year-old Greta Thunberg delivered her eviscerating speech to the United Nations in New York, and it was ASTOUNDING. And LOOK who else represents in this Boston Channel 7 News … Continue reading →

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Boston Climate Strikers in the News

Posted on 2019/09/22 by circuskitchen

Friday, September 20th 2019 Gavin and ClaraJane lifting their voices outside the Massachusetts State House. In this Channel 4WBZ News’ coverage at 5 o’clock you can see me and Victor’s “We Need Earth!” sign at about 0:55 seconds: https://boston.cbslocal.com/2019/09/20/global-climate-strike-boston-city-hall-plaza-state-house-greta-thunberg/   WCVB … Continue reading →

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