Author Archives: alianora

Why I Teach

Posted on 8/10/2013 by alianora

A fb comment, that I’m reproducing here so I can read it whenever I need to remind myself of why I do what I do: You helped rub sucker off my forehead..taught us both to let him pull his pants … Continue reading →

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Back to NO

Posted on 8/6/2013 by alianora

Ah, it’s that time of year when most parents are exhaling in relief, dancing down the school supply aisles, and gleefully plotting how they’ll spend the day after waving their baby off in the bus in just a few short … Continue reading →

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Today’s Secret Word is AWESOME

Posted on 8/2/2013 by alianora

My recap of BlogHer ’13, in many more words than needed, probably. BlogHer was amazing, first off. I was a newbie this year, as were about 53% of attendees, according to the stats they threw at us the first morning. … Continue reading →

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Line It Up

Posted on 7/28/2013 by alianora

A series of recollections of BlogHer 2013, in one liners: -Because PINTEREST -It’s a vibrator! -You..you read my blog? -A lot of smart women with a lot of smart phones -Don’t kiss up or kick down -Fanfiction is a gateway … Continue reading →

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The Inherent Difficulties of Giving a Shit

Posted on 7/23/2013 by alianora

I go to BlogHer ’13 tomorrow. Other than the fact I’ve painted my toenails, I have done nothing to prepare. I’m planning to meet up with Skye of Planet Jinxatron and Maud of Awfully Chipper, WHICH IS SO EXCITING, and … Continue reading →

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