I'm bummed that we're not going back to Italy this summer. No, we're not going to France or Spain instead. We're staying put. But.. The boys and I have a summer time A-List. Wanna know what's on it? And I might have once thought Alice Cooper was a girl. Surely you … [Read more...] about Summertime Fun
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My Friend’s Kids Were Abducted by Their Mother – Wordless Wednesday
I'm speechless. Please pass on this link to help my friend find his children. I'm not laughing. This is no joke. … [Read more...] about My Friend’s Kids Were Abducted by Their Mother – Wordless Wednesday
Thank you, Teachers
My friend Becky posted this video to Facebook, and I was so moved I had to post it here. Teachers in this country get a bad deal all around. The joy and smile of a child can only carry you so far. Sure, the sense of accomplishment is priceless, but that kid's warm fuzzies … [Read more...] about Thank you, Teachers
Getting Dirty on Earth Day – Wordless Wednesday
Puberty
Deal, singing his own lyrics to Weird Al: "I lost in puberty, baby." Whole family busts a gut, practically spewing tempeh coconut curry, and staining our placements with turmeric. Bird: "Dogs don't go through puberty, do they?" Deal: "Yes, they do. It's … [Read more...] about Puberty
The Beach and Bad Words
What mesmerizes me about the ocean is that it never stops. You cannot measure time by something eternal. The ocean dances to the metronome of the moon in a paradox of grace and rage. As we squished sand between our toes on our weekend beach getaway, I was once again moved by the … [Read more...] about The Beach and Bad Words
Third Grade Poetry That Inspires
There's a rattan trunk at the foot of our bed that is crammed full of memories. I opened it up after many, many years to take a peek inside. I found lots of goodies I'm savoring and saving for a future post. One of the things I spread out before me was a folder from a college … [Read more...] about Third Grade Poetry That Inspires