Monthly Archives: March 2018

2nd Graders of the Lost Snark

Posted on March 29, 2018 by larva225

Once again I’ve reached one of those parental milestones, albeit a subtle one.  I think my children – especially Stella – and I have spring fever/end of year burnout.  And yes, as much as I have and still do bitch … Continue reading →

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I’m At a Boss for Words

Posted on March 28, 2018 by larva225

Some folks just have a way with people, with getting people to do what they want.  It’s a powerful gift that can be used for great good or great evil.  Look at Dr. Jonas Salk, for instance: first he develops … Continue reading →

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The Lady and the Camp

Posted on March 23, 2018 by larva225

I think I forgot to talk about camping.  Yep, we went camping last weekend.  We had planned a longer, three night trip during the Mardi Gras holiday last month, but the forecast ended up being dreadful.  Think 90% chance of … Continue reading →

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Calma Mater

Posted on March 21, 2018 by larva225

My MIL just posted something on Facebook this morning.  It was one of those inspirational-type pictures with a message that read something to the effect of “You can’t calm the storm; you can only calm yourself and wait for it … Continue reading →

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Deed Between the Lines

Posted on March 7, 2018 by larva225

In this day and age, we all have lots of friends due to the presence of social media.  Social media makes that easy.  And no, this is not a post in which I intend to debate whether or not that’s … Continue reading →

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Beat, Drink, and Be Merry

Posted on March 7, 2018 by larva225

**I’m writing this here rather than send it to the school, whereby I would certainly be considered inappropriate at best.  Bear with me.** Dear Evil Villain, Wow.  March already, eh?  Of course, it must feel like school started four score … Continue reading →

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Hit Me With Your Test Shot

Posted on March 2, 2018 by larva225

The clock is ticking for Felix.  Soon, he’ll have to take some kind of screening test to ensure his placement in kindergarten at his school.  It seems so damn stupid to say that out loud: a kid has to take … Continue reading →

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To She or Not To Be

Posted on March 1, 2018 by larva225

This will be a quick one, y’all.  Busy, busy, busy. Yesterday I had the best experience.  Our Brownie troop had the opportunity to open a city council meeting by saying the Pledge of Allegiance.  Somewhere along the line, I had … Continue reading →

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