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A happy thought in a time when the news seems to be an endless stream of dismal darkness.
Have you ever written a poem just for yourself? It’s an idea I never paid much attention to, until now.
I have discovered a new approach to lottery tickets that leaves me in a perpetual state of possibility.
This is either an all-time classic parenting fail, or an all-time classic child win. I don’t know. Maybe it’s both.
I’m a big believer in eating meals together as a family, not just for the camaraderie of it, but also for the competition. Enjoy!
Is this a game? Yes. Is it also life? Yes. Most of all, though, it’s scary. Flat out scary.
Sometimes, I think my kids are intentionally trying to turn my life into a sitcom. I’m good with that.
In which a 12-year old boy is introduced to one of the great mysteries of the kitchen. . . and discovers a hidden lack of fairness in his life. Enjoy!
Looking for that perfect holiday present? Check out this list of books by some friends of mine… Well, books and glass dragons, because who doesn’t want a glass dragon?
I came up with this one years ago for a classroom, but the kids and I still play it. I hope you like it!
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