He was real, witty, sarcastic, intelligent, kind, interested, and a complete and total badass
Author: Curtis
When You Get Lost Between the Moon and New York City
album that has stood the test of time and is remembered as an icon of its era. However, that isn’t the case.
Even just a candy bar
My parents, like many other families, were sucked in by Hallmark and we were made to participate in the “I have to show you I love you by buying you a card” machine.
My Own Billy Elliot
He was so excited to tell Amanda’s students that his mom was dating Kermit. Never, have I been so proud to be referred to as a green frog.
The Most Interesting Kid in the World
He is a 17 year old with the soul of an old bohemian who has subsided on life, cussing, black coffee* and liquor.
The Five Ivans and Ivy
It would be interesting to give a child a “temporary” name and let them decide as they get older. Granted you would probably have to go through a period when your child wants to be named T-Rex or Princess Ariel or Xyzfg
A Communist and His Comrades
Son #2 is kind and caring. They are a social justice warrior and an ally. They are concerned for those less fortunate and do what they can to help them. They are not afraid to say fuck you to the people that are doing wrong and to stand up for those that can’t stand up for themselves.
Defining People
I was talking to my therapist last year about defining oneself. It has taken me close to 40 years to really figure out what defines me as an individual. My father defines himself by having lived in Brazil. While that is an important part of my life, it doesn’t come close to defining who I … Continue reading Defining People
Digital Legos
Growing up, I loved playing with Legos. I am of the generation that didn’t have themed Lego sets. We didn’t have Star Wars or Avenger or Friends Lego sets. We actually didn’t have any “insert the most current movie” themed Legos at all. We had the generic starter set and if you were lucky, you might have the advanced set that came with gears and motors.
Alô, Terezinha!
Chacrinha is credited with saying “I came here to make you confused, not to explain!”