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Never Have I Ever: 12 things is now 14 things, partially because I’m a jerk

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 25, 2018
  • Post category:Autobiography
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Three years ago I made a list of 12 things that most people have at least tried in some what that I have never done. My "Never Have I Ever" list. I…

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Get a cat

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 24, 2018
  • Post category:Family
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Earlier this week, I heard a clattering of bowls in the kitchen. When Charlie and I went to investigate, we found Pluto sitting atop the refrigerator, and if you look…

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Speak Up Storytelling #10: Kristin Budde

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 23, 2018
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Episode #10 of Speak Up Storytelling is now ready for your listening pleasure.On this week's episode, we talk about finding and crafting stories in your everyday life using my strategy "Homework…

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Why a poached egg is funny

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 23, 2018
  • Post category:Appearances/Storytelling
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I performed in a show in Maine earlier this week called Sound Bites. In addition to telling a story, I also served as the emcee for the evening, introducing storytellers…

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How to be kind

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 22, 2018
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Mr. Rogers was the wisest of men. His advice on success is enteral. Sadly, small, stupid people see kindness as a weakness. Being kind — in their minds — is…

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It’s weird that religious folk are so often filled with hate.

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 22, 2018
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I may be a reluctant atheist, but I like this church sign a lot.It makes me wonder:How hateful and ignorant must you be to stand against same sex marriage, gender…

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Swimming in a chlorinated pool is just like taking a bath

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 21, 2018
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Elysha and I disagree.I contend that if you've spent the day swimming in a chlorinated pool, there is no need to take a bath or shower because your skin is…

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Goggles

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 20, 2018
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Each of my children own a pair of goggles, and I hate them so very much. Most of the children who frolic at the lake where we are spending many of…

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Baby jumping is a real thing, and it’s really, really stupid.

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 19, 2018
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It's often considered to be culturally insensitive to criticize specific cultures or religions for rituals, practices, or celebrations that don't align with our own positions or values. I think that as…

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Mattress PSA

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:July 18, 2018
  • Post category:Quandry
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I know it might seem a little odd to purchase a mattress via a homemade sign planted on the corner across the street from a gas station.And yes, the fact…

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