Monthly Archives: June 2016

How I Failed Childbirth Class

I like to pride myself in being a good student, but I failed childbirth class. As many obstetricians do, my doctor recommended a childbirth class and I attended. We attended. It’s my understanding that during childbirth, the partner is supposed … Continue reading

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The Illustrated Joey

Moo has been crafting a delightful series of illustrations this week. She’s the creator of “The Adventures of Creepy Guy and Raccoon-Eyed Girl” which is loosely based on a true story. I was honored to be drawn this morning.   I don’t know … Continue reading

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#ThursdayDoors — The Big Blue House

I’ve mentioned The Big Blue House a few times, because it’s a house associated with gobs of pleasant memories for me. Even more for The Mister and Drew, since before they lived there, their grandparents lived there. Over the last decade, … Continue reading

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One-Liner Wednesday — Movie Critic

“Technically, I don’t know what he’s watching, but it should be called The Longest it Took Anyone to Die, Ever.” One-Liner Wednesday is brought to you by LindaGHill

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She’ll Be Bastin Big Fat Turkey When She Comes

You’re probably reading this while my parents are here. I said they could come over at a reasonable hour, like 9am. I don’t think they classify 9am as morning, but I do. *yawns* I’ve been clever, and prepared 98% of … Continue reading

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Share Your World #24

What is the most fun thing you did in school? Heh. Well let’s stick to elementary school, keep it rated G, hm? I loved playing Four Square at recess. Like, I lived for it. What is your favorite type of … Continue reading

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SoCS — Embodiment

The Circle City Pride Parade was this morning. It was a bright, hot morning — 91F/33C with 44% humidity and fortunately, a nice breeze now and again. I wore my staple fear-of-summer uniform — long-sleeve white gauzy shirt, lightweight jeans, big … Continue reading

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Join Us for Shushis

I’ve encapsulated our linner chat for you.   “My bowl is special.” “I see that. Your bowl is orange just for you. My bowl is blue and white for me.” “Their bowls are blue too.” “Mine is prettier.”   “Moo, … Continue reading

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#ThursdayDoors — Union Station

You know, there are a lot of things I take for granted here in the city. Kinda sad, huh? Like I am all about how we have the world’s largest children’s museum, and I’m always pointing out to people that … Continue reading

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One-Liner Wednesday — 8 Lines

Sassy looks sweet, don’t she? When The Mister was deployed, when she was 7.   Sassy: How did you hear me all the way down here? Me: I’ve got eyes in the back of my head and the hearing of a … Continue reading

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