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Hanging Upside Down. Like a Bat but Cuter. Right??
The moment I learned about inversion tables, I knew I wanted one. My mother was a gifted ballerina and gymnast. Or, to put it another way, my mother has never known a clumsy moment in her whole life. Really. But wait! This post is about me and my gift for being upside down. While I … Continue reading Hanging Upside Down. Like a Bat but Cuter. Right??
Common Sense Died.
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: - Knowing when … Continue reading Common Sense Died.
Sailing into the Sunset
Come, my friends, 'T is not too late to seek a newer world. Push off, and sitting well in order smite The sounding furrows; for my purpose holds To sail beyond the sunset, and the baths Of all the western stars, until I die. It may be that the gulfs will wash us down: It … Continue reading Sailing into the Sunset
Fourth of July “Frosty Paws”
Camp Run-A-Pup Fourth of July Frosty Paws. We try hard to maintain the same diet your pups are used to at home, but a few special treats are inevitable. There are, of course, Joe’s famous bacon bones. But because the real secret to bacon bones is in the song and presentation, Joe took the recipe … Continue reading Fourth of July “Frosty Paws”
Odd Owl Story~And Very Cute!
In 1991, a baby owl fell out of its nest and into the life of Mrs. Toyoko. Since then, she’s been caring for the nocturnal cutie by preparing its meals (he really likes sushi) and by providing the wayward critter a safe haven. Mrs. Toyoko is now seventy-nine and credits her good health to looking … Continue reading Odd Owl Story~And Very Cute!
Chicago Waldorf School~ 8th Grade Graduation 2010
Chicago Waldorf School 8th Grade Graduation 2010 Jeremy Graduation Speech Our Smart, Strong, Beautiful 8th grade girls sung "I Learned From You" by Miley Cyrus at our CWS 8th grade graduation. Diplomas are passed out, and the 8th graders sing the song Imagine by John Lennon. A song very close to my heart. The lyrics were … Continue reading Chicago Waldorf School~ 8th Grade Graduation 2010
Isabel Bakes The Cat Box Cake! Odd Exclusive!
I’m sure you remember the “Cat Box Cake” from when it was submitted to our Odd Contest and won First Prize!. After all, a Cat Box Cake pretty much falls on the unforgettable side of Odd, don’t you think? Well, I’m just thrilled to announce that Isabel just took Odd to a new level and created … Continue reading Isabel Bakes The Cat Box Cake! Odd Exclusive!
Today’s Cute Fix…Is there anything cuter than a Sloth? Really.
Chicago Waldorf Mayfair 2010!
Every May, the Chicago Waldorf School hosts a Mayfair. A picture is worth a thousand words. I hope you share my feelings of wonder, hope and beauty when you watch this slideshow. If the slideshow "sticks" or "freezes" on your computer click on the Vimeo logo For more Mayfair FUN, check out Odd’s exclusive coverage of Isabel’s … Continue reading Chicago Waldorf Mayfair 2010!