Finishing With A Whimper

I realize that nobody really reads blogs on weekends, much less a holiday weekend, but since I haven't been around for a little over a week, I thought I'd take advantage of this beautiful afternoon and write a little update. Because I think we can … [Continue reading]

In Case You’re Wondering, There Are Five More Days Of School

If you've ever worked in school setting, you know that there are some years when you get to May and you're totally energized. You're ready for summer, you're planning for fall, and you don't feel even the slightest hint of burnout. But then there … [Continue reading]

The Big Boo Cast, Episode 46

You know what happens when you record a podcast without a plan? You wind up talking about things like sparkling water and frankincense and grocery lists and Kate's post-childbirth public appearance - and somehow you convince yourself that all of … [Continue reading]

Real Life Is Better Than Spider-Man

Our friend Todd is a sound editor at a movie studio. I rarely think to ask what project he's working on, probably because I will never be more excited about any movie than I was when he was working on Charlie's Angels back in the late 90's. THERE'S … [Continue reading]

I Need Answers

So the Saturday morning routine in our house is that there really isn't any Saturday morning routine. We don't always have a big pancake breakfast or go for a family walk or hum duets from the 80's while we work on our macrame' plant holders. I … [Continue reading]

Raindrops On Roses, Whiskers On Kittens, Etc.

If you've been reading here longer than about two days, you know that I am a person who gets on "kicks." I find something I like and then I hold that thing oh-so-tight until burnout sets in or the product is discontinued (whichever comes first). Over … [Continue reading]