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Author Archives: alianora
Long Weekend
Sadly, not an actual long weekend, just a weekend that feels abnormally long. This is most likely brandus’ fault, as he made the mistake of being enthusiastic at work about the idea of math camp on Saturdays, so now he … Continue reading
Rocking Robin
I don’t have a twitter, nor do I want one. But there is something compelling about trying to tell a complete story or hilarious thought in one hundred and forty words (or is it one hundred and forty characters?). Also, … Continue reading
Death of a Salesman
Brandus’ father died this past weekend, 6 years or so after being diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer. It’s been a little crazy, and we’ve done a lot of running around. Brandus did the traveling, and told me to stay … Continue reading
Binoculars
My folks came up for Thanksgiving this weekend, so we’ve been hanging out and having a good time. We did dinner, and naps (everyone except for the child napped – does that make sense at all?), and Voldemort and his … Continue reading
How to Blow the Mind of a Three Year Old
In the middle of a meltdown – one concerning getting a “special treat” from school, which he did not get due to living up to his nickname – inform child you have something very special for him. Reach out and … Continue reading