Category Archives: parenthood

Hospital Clowning: Pillow Talk

Posted on 2017/11/16 by circuskitchen

Thursday, November 16th 2017 Sometimes our reconnaissance about a potential patient gets overridden by the parent. We get notes from the Child Life Specialist on every floor with a run-down of the patients that day; name, age, gender, anything significant … Continue reading →

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Flamly Hubsand

Posted on 2017/11/12 by circuskitchen

Sunday, November 12th 2017 I awake this Sunday morning to find Dear Hubsand GONE.  I was alarmed because I have a gig in a few hours but I know he’ll be back in time to be bitten by our Ankle … Continue reading →

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UkeOke: Your Song

Posted on 2017/11/03 by circuskitchen

(I always thought this song was hokey, but it’s SO pretty…) Your Song by Elton John – Chords & Lyrics #Ukulele [1st VERSE] Gbm  A  D  A     It’s a little bit funny, this feeling inside Gbm  A  D  A  … Continue reading →

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Sibling Conflict: Alternative Strategies

Posted on 2017/11/03 by circuskitchen

Friday, November 3rd 2017 Helping my kids cultivate a positive relationship with each other is basically my #1 priority in life.  As such I’m always collecting Evidence They Get Along.  I’m also coaching them -intervening & meddling if you will- … Continue reading →

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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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CircusKitchen Halloween 2017

Posted on 2017/10/31 by circuskitchen

October 2017 2017-10-31 CIRCUSKITCHEN HALLOWEEN [2:39]:   Our “Treat” for Halloween this year was a visit from Pops!                               In Other Family News: Miles was Wolverine … Continue reading →

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DADA DADDY DING DONG DANCE

Posted on 2017/10/26 by circuskitchen

October ~26th 2017 2017 10 DADA DADDY DING DONG DANCE [24 seconds]:   ♥♥ #ClaraJane   #Daddy Daughter Dance

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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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Our Revolution: Woke Little Barbarian Bae

Posted on 2017/10/23 by circuskitchen

Monday, October 23rd 2017 Today Bernie Sanders is coming to town!! Getting dressed, Gavin is all about his new barbarian viking beard hat.  I can’t explain it.  You’d have to ask him.  He LOVES it. For a button from my … Continue reading →

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