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Month: March 2017

Some Thoughts on Sexism and Dads

Some Thoughts on Sexism and Dads

A couple weeks ago there was a video that went viral of Professor Robert Kelly attempting to have an interview on BBC News about South Korea, unfortunately he forgot to lock his office door and his children came wandering in. Pure natural comedy ensued as Prof. Kelly attempted to maintain the interview while keeping his children at bay all the while trying to not crack up. The best part happened seconds later as his wife skids into the room to…

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This Facility has had 122 (scratch that) 2! Days Without An Incident

This Facility has had 122 (scratch that) 2! Days Without An Incident

“Are you two going to swim your hearts out?” “Well not really…because we need our hearts to be alive.” “Yes…that’s true. It’s just a figure of speech.” “But what do they mean by it? Because…you would die without your heart.” “I…” My shoulders slumped, “I’ll explain it when you’re older.” Reggie interjected, “I like to swim Daddy!” “After watching you in that pool last week, I don’t think that is something you need to explain Hun!” “I like to drink…

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Sir Regina the Indignant Slays the Daddy Monster

Sir Regina the Indignant Slays the Daddy Monster

“Know thyself, know thy enemy. A thousand battles, a thousand victories” -Sun Tzu “Daddy, I want to cut you.” “What’s that Hun?” “Pleeeeeeeeease!” “Please? That’s simply a word. I need more than that if I’m going to understand you.” “Please let me cut you!” “Fine.” I put the final dish into the washer and tossed the towel onto the counter. I stepped into the Living Room to see Reg holding a foam sword and gesturing to the floor. “Way down…

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A Boatload of Mishaps: This is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things

A Boatload of Mishaps: This is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things

If you should ever peruse our “this is why we can’t have nice things” file. You will find a small cabinet with shelves that used to hold our DVDs. This wasn’t a terribly fancy cabinet, it was made of particle board, some assembly was required. It was nice enough, it matched the theme of our living room and we were satisfied with it. Then one day, one of the doors was open and Regina thought it would be pretty cool…

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Prayer, Interrupted: Meditation Meets a Singing Unicorn

Prayer, Interrupted: Meditation Meets a Singing Unicorn

I was in a good mood all morning, Lydia was a charming little thing and got herself ready for school on time. Reggie was a little on the grumpy side but she was getting over it. The school drop-off was a success. The sun was shining and the coffee tasted better than usual. Reg and I got Home and she settled into doing her own thing. I decided to take this moment of contentment for my morning prayers. This part…

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