A quick post and poem about a waterfall.
Captain’s Log: Day 1 of Embargo
Captain’s Log: Diaper Date 4568. Day 1 of Embargo So today was the first official day of the educational embargo that has fallen upon us. The children understand that our role in the social distancing recommendation is to help not spread the virus that is making its way around the world. While this is not…
Thanks, Mom and Dad
I’m sitting here in a hallway of a school in which I do not teach. It’s the sixth facility I have occupied in the last 7 days that I don’t work in. This is one of those things they don’t tell you about in those parenting classes. Kids take you places. You learn things, meet…
My Own Robot
I have partnered with Miko 2 to provide the review that follows. Though I have been compensated for this post, my thoughts and words are my own. As always, please check the product website to confirm details and claims. I’ve always wanted my own robot. I grew up with shows like The Jetsons and Lost…
1 Lesson a Barracuda Taught Me
The barracuda was 10 feet away. I saw it move. I saw it see me, or at least I thought it saw me. I saw it open its mouth revealing all of its jagged teeth. And then it swam away. Some Background You are probably asking why I was in the water with a barracuda….
Writing for November
I can’t explain to you why I stare at blank screens searching. Hoping. Waiting. I can’t explain to you why I consider the cursor a silent companion, or guide, on each verbal journey. But I do. And here I am. Sometimes I know ahead of time what knowledge I seek. Sometimes I know the stories…
#HafftoLaff This Halloween with Laffy Taffy
I have partnered with Laffy Taffy to bring you this fun tale of costume creation. Though I have been compensated, my words, thoughts, and costume are all my own. It struck me as I watched my eldest carve a pumpkin and place it on her head, that I didn’t have a Halloween costume. I mean…
The Tears of a Clown Revisited
The Tears of a Clown was written 5 years ago – originally on BalconyDads.com. I wrote this after the passing of Robin Williams. 5 years later we have gotten better at talking, but we need to get better. We still need to take strides to remove the stigma of attention to mental health being a…
A Forgiving Grill
How self-care can involve some time at the grill.
Maybe I’m Not A Fan
So, maybe after 43 years, I’m not a fan. That’s the prospective conclusion I’m contemplating considering the fallout from Andrew Luck’s retirement. I’ll get to him a bit later, but I need to talk about being a fan first because that’s what really came into focus for me. And please keep in mind that this…