Author Archives: The Daring One

Well That Was Fun

So yesterday morning started with my eyes snapping open at 6am. I tugged at Dan, my entire body a ball of Christmas morning-like energy. “Heeeheeee. I’m gonna be on TV in 2 hours. Heeeheeee.” He was unannoyed but unmoved as … Continue reading

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Welcome Mat

So welcome to the world of the BLOG. Sounds scary, eh? Really it’s not. Take off your shoes and make yourselves comfortable. Pajamas are welcome here. And chocolate. Topics covered on this site include but are not limited to: Garage … Continue reading

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The Analytics of Sympathy — A Training Guide for All Persons of the Child-ish Persuasion

Tonight as I was giving Laylee and Magoo their bath, life was a dream and a song. Everyone was happy and splashy and damp. Magoo was pouring water over Laylee’s head. She loved it and then suddenly she so didn’t … Continue reading

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Chili Mania

It started a few weeks ago. Laylee stood transfixed as I read Chilihead’s blog. “Who is THAT?” “That’s Chilihead.” “He he he. She has a CRA-ZY nose!” “Yep.” “I like her” “Me too.” Laylee can spot Chili’s site from across … Continue reading

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Techno-Parenting

Today at The Parenting Post, I’ve posted the cutest picture ever taken of Magoo. The post is about the gadgets that make my life easier. What technological advances would you have trouble living without?

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Leading the Witness

My sister Meg recently came to town for a whirlwind trip of throwing fish, photographing tulips until our cameras begged for mercy and spoiling of the niece and nephew. One night we were driving around town listening to Delilah on … Continue reading

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