grin and bare it
A blog by Matthew Dicks
She’s rather be dating a Muppet
The Daily Mail published a report that claimed Krakowski – the brilliant comedic actor – and Mike Lindell – the scumbag Trump sycophant who hocks his My Pillows on conservative news programs – “had a…
Read MoreI’m staying virtual.
On Saturday night, we celebrated the launch of my new book, The Other Mother, virtually from our dining room. I told a story about becoming an author and why you should be writing, too. Elysha…
Read MoreA bright, new day and a little less weight
I watched the inauguration of President Joseph Biden with my students yesterday. It was quite a day. When Kamala Harris was sworn in as Vice President, my students erupted in cheers. I was actually startled…
Read MoreWhat is wrong with me?
It’s 4:30 AM. I’m sitting at my dining room table, working on a book. The house is dark except for the dining room light and a light over the kitchen sink. It’s quiet. Just the…
Read MoreElysha better than the Queen
Elysha and I have been watching The Crown over the past two months. Since we average less than an hour of television per day, binging a show can really take a while. Nevertheless, it’s a…
Read MoreMoments of Note 2020
At the start of every year, I begin a list called “Moments of Note.” Unlike my trademarked “Homework for Life” strategy, I’m not looking for storyworthy moments for my “Moments of Note” list. I’m not…
Read MoreGood Morning America
Good Morning America found a piece that I wrote in Parents magazine about Homework for Life and decided to interview me for their own piece on it. Enjoy.
Read MoreSwimming lessons from an unlikely source
True story: When swimming became popular in England in the 19th century, the new municipal swimming pools displayed frogs in tubs, so that would-be swimmers could learn from their movements. A few thoughts about this:…
Read MoreSmall children watch a giant penis
I think this will make you laugh, but it may also frighten you a bit: The Danish equivalent of the BBC has a new, animated series aimed at children ages 4-8 about John Dillermand, the…
Read MoreAn unseen force is trying to kill you.
It makes no sense. I went to get bloodwork yesterday morning for an upcoming physical. Quest Diagnostics has an excellent system in place. When you arrive at their facility, you click a link that was…
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