Tag Archives: cold

The Man in the Orange Apron

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Julie Hooker

The Man in the Orange Apron   Curious George has The Man in the Yellow Hat to help him navigate life in the big city. I have A Man in the Orange Apron to help me with everything from propane … Continue reading →

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Poop Happens

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Julie Hooker

Poop Happens 14 September 2014   Each year, to re-teach the Elements of Story, I use David Sedaris’, Big Boy. In the story, he visits the powder room and finds a large turd in the toilet. The ensuing battle illustrates … Continue reading →

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Being a Cheapskate

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Julie Hooker

Being a Cheapskate 7 September 2014   My ex-husband and best friend used to say, “You are such a cheapskate!”   The Urban Dictionary defines cheapskate as “A stingy person. Somebody who buys cheap in favor of higher quality or … Continue reading →

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Sleep . . .sleep. . .sleep. . .

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Julie Hooker

  Gus here.   The hu-mom has a summer cold.  Naturally, she didn’t take care of it.  Now, she has a bacterial ear infection.   We wake up, walk before it’s too hot. . .then, we sleep, sleep, sleep.   … Continue reading →

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