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Just the right words

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 9, 2019
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Stephen Colbert once described Donald Trump using this perfect set of words:“The President is a racist old horny burger goblin who literally steals children from poor people.”The stealing children from…

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Fertilizer is tasty today.

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 8, 2019
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I’m a person with a slightly limited palate. I don’t like green, leafy vegetables. I despise mayonnaise and tartar sauce and pickles and relish. I’m not a fan of Indian…

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Read more about the article A tribute to Chris Farley (and me)

A tribute to Chris Farley (and me)

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 7, 2019
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I have no intention of ever dying, but in the very unlikely event that I do, I expect my friends to sing a song at least as funny and poignant…

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Speak Up Storytelling: Kat Koppett

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 6, 2019
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On episode #48 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling!In our followup segment, we hear from listeners who are using Homework for Life in new…

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Can you judge a person by the quality of their spouse?

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 5, 2019
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In the midst of a conversation about spouses, a friend asked, “Can you judge the quality of a person by their choice of spouse.”My instant response was, “No. Of course…

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I live with a stranger named Clara

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 4, 2019
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The kids have just completed a screen-free week, thanks to the Newington school district’s initiative that encouraged kids to put away their devices and turn off their televisions for a…

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A suggestion for Teacher Appreciation Week

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 3, 2019
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Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week.Wondering what to do to express your appreciation for your child's teacher?I suggest the best gift imaginable in this piece for Slate:

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Today’s Republican party

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  • Post published:May 3, 2019
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If Ronald Reagan were alive today, he would punch Giuliani (and Trump) in the face.Deservedly so.

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Attendance weirdos

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:May 2, 2019
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When I was growing up, teachers would take attendance by calling your name.Students would either raise their hand when their name was called or audibly respond to indicate that they…

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Resolution update: April 2019

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  • Post published:May 1, 2019
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Each month I review the progress of my yearly goals and report on that progress as a means of holding myself accountable.Here are the results for April. __________________________________PERSONAL HEALTH1. Don’t…

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