Category Archives: Performing Life

Carry the Future

Posted on 2018/12/17 by circuskitchen

December 17th 2018   Just in time for the holidays, Dear Hubsand and I have found ourselves on a streak of purging and organizing.  There are few things so gratifying as getting things OUT of your environment that are no … Continue reading →

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Uke-Oke: Holiday Songs Lyrics & Christmas Carols

Posted on 2018/12/13 by circuskitchen

    WINTER WONDERLAND – Bing Crosby [Chorus]Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glisteningA beautiful sight, we’re happy tonight, Walking in a winter wonderland [Post-Chorus]Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new … Continue reading →

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Hospital Clowning: There Are Always More Sick Kids

Posted on 2018/12/07 by circuskitchen

Friday, December 7th 2018   Voice in my head when I’m leaving the hospital:  “But there are so many more sick kids.” Voice in my head: “But you made a difference to all that you could.”   Voice in my … Continue reading →

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Favorite Songs: I Bet My Life

Posted on 2018/12/01 by circuskitchen

This is a love song written to one’s PARENTS.   I Bet My Life – Imagine Dragons   ♦  

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Hospital Clowning: Giving Tuesday with the Laughter League

Posted on 2018/11/27 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, November 27th 2018 2018-11-27 Laughter League on Giving Tuesday [2:02]: ♥

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Secret Juggler: What to Say to Parents During Lessons & Face Painting

Posted on 2018/11/26 by circuskitchen

Monday, November 25th 2018 The extent and degree of parents interfereing and meddling during face painting -and even juggling lessons- knows NO BOUNDS. I could write tombs complaining about it. Fortunately for you that is what I have my hubsand … Continue reading →

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Clowns Without Borders: No Laughing Matter

Posted on 2018/11/20 by circuskitchen

Monday, November 19th 2018   After a year of Hospital Clowning under my belt I finally feel ready to start trying to join Clowns Without a Borders.  Here is a documentary of an example of their exploits, in Lesbos three years … Continue reading →

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Plymouth: Indiana Gavin and the Dogs of DOOM

Posted on 2018/11/11 by circuskitchen

Sunday, November 11th 2018 What a terrifying close encounter we had today! 2018-11-11 Indiana Gavin and the Dogs of DOOM [28 seconds]: #lol! Honestly this may be the most favorite video I’ve made since Froot Loops. ♥

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At Rise: Very Stupid

Posted on 2018/11/10 by circuskitchen

Saturday, November 10th 2018   AT RISE:  Mom is snuggling the children to bed in dark, peaceful, cozy quietude. All:  [Quiet & peaceful.] Mom:  Oh!  you guys;  [Pause.]  *Pffffft.*  [Fart noise.] ClaraJane:  Mom, du-uh!  We know that.  You’ve said that … Continue reading →

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LEARNING TO JUGGLE with Jenny

Posted on 2018/11/08 by circuskitchen

November 8th 2018 Among other things I have fallen in love with teaching juggling.  Today in fact I had the best teaching session I’ve ever had; with my son and about 20 of his classmates!  It is adorable how these … Continue reading →

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