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It’s a Attitude

Posted on 2016/04/20 by circuskitchen

Wednesday,  April 20th 2016 On the road to Maine for a quick little family getaway -or “Vacay!” as ClaraJane calls it- she announces the imperative proclamation of any child in her predicament;  “I’m BORED.” “OK darling,” I say, being one … Continue reading →

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Birdie Sanders Put a Bird On It

Posted on 2016/03/26 by circuskitchen

Thursday, March 24th 2016   I for one don’t know if I will ever get enough of this magical moment.  I actually imagine this will be remembered as an historical moment in history for generations to come, but only time … Continue reading →

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I Get What You’re Saying

Posted on 2016/03/17 by circuskitchen

Next time you don’t know what to say to a friend in need, perhaps try one of these: I GET WHAT YOU’RE SAYING. That sounds rough, thank you for telling me. Is there anything I can do? I hear you. … Continue reading →

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Trumpet Pals

Posted on 2016/02/13 by circuskitchen

February 13th 2016 Dad’s love for trumpet is shared by his teacher, the lovely John Pearson (whose accomplishments include recording lead trumpet on the original Star Wars Theme Song).   Dad gifted Gavin a lesson with him while we were … Continue reading →

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School Punctuality Rant

Posted on 2016/02/11 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, February 10th 2015   Would-be Op-Ed for School [solicited for today’s Council meeting that I’m missing, and recorded here because …I’m a hopeless, helpless nerd]: *     *      *      *      *   … Continue reading →

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Snowplay

Posted on 2016/01/25 by circuskitchen

Monday, January 25th 2016 To celebrate a rare Monday with the family (instead of work), we headed to Fresh Pond to enjoy the recent snowfall.   2016-01-25 Snowplay [1:28]:              

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How Many Animals

Posted on 2016/01/12 by circuskitchen

January 2016   OK the point of this video is not to brag about our animals but to share the absurdity of how many we have *in a city condo*… not to mention in my arms all at once. Squee! … Continue reading →

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Exterminate Your Stress

Posted on 2016/01/06 by circuskitchen

aka:  FUNNY RELAXATION VIDEOS   F* That:  A Guided Meditation [2:29]:       Dalek Relaxation Tape for Humans [1:18]:     Dawg Won’t Listen to Owner [1:33]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3NOYMzVC3s   That is all.

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Magic in the Mess, Huh?

Posted on 2016/01/03 by circuskitchen

THEN WE MUST HAVE A LOT OF FRIGGING MAGIC AROUND HERE! Sunday, January 3rd 2015 Crawling, clawing out of the post-apocalyptic wreckage that is December Holiday Break at Home with your Family…  the light at the end of the tunnel … Continue reading →

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Zachary on Stage at ImprovBoston

Posted on 2015/12/26 by circuskitchen

Saturday, December 26th 2015 Here is my nephew Zachary during his appearance on stage as a volunteer at ImprovBoston on my Birthday. 2015-12-25 Zachary @BostonImprov:     GREAT JOB ZACHARY!!!    

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