Tag Archives: Holidays

Thank You To Our Veterans

Posted on November 11, 2020 by A Dreamer

I appreciate the sacrifice both you and your families have made in service of our country. I’m trying to get you a government that does as well.

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That was so nice!!

Posted on November 1, 2020 by A Dreamer

We had about 50 kids show up, all being smart, all little groups of 2-3 kids, and it did my heart so much good to see them having fun and doing something relatively normal. They’ve been through a lot this … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2020 by A Dreamer

We are treading the line between normal and safe here, and I think we can pull it off. Halloween as an adult holiday, I couldn’t give a rat’s ass about – but I love it for the kids. I love … Continue reading →

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Happy Labor Day! Thank a Union!

Posted on September 7, 2020 by A Dreamer

Every industry in this country needs a union. Every. Damn. One. I’m not a recent convert to being pro-union by any means. I remember way back at the start of my career watching the uncompensated overtime with no comp time … Continue reading →

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We made it to another Friday

Posted on June 19, 2020 by A Dreamer

Well done YOU! And it’s Juneteenth, and I can’t wait to get on Twitter to find white people trying to co-opt it to make themselves feel better. That being said, I am glad it’s becoming a more widely known day … Continue reading →

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Breakin’ out for mental health

Posted on May 23, 2020 by A Dreamer

Yup, this morning I was out and about for things that are honestly, completely unnecessary from a physical survival standpoint. But – Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts have certainly brightened my morning. All mobile ordered and social distanced and masked up, … Continue reading →

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Hey, it’s Cinco de Mayo!

Posted on May 5, 2020 by A Dreamer

And guess who forgot to put Coronas and limes on the grocery list for today’s pickup? So, my company has done a nice thing, for the next month and a half, we get to knock off early every other Friday. … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter

Posted on April 12, 2020 by A Dreamer

If you’re a churchgoer and staying home today – I know it must be hard. I know for lots of folks, church is a source of joy & community, both of which are needed now. But – thank you for … Continue reading →

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Sure, tanks are kinda cool, but…

Posted on July 3, 2019 by A Dreamer

Not really appropriate for a 4th of July event here in the US. Yes, other places do that, but they’re other places. And moving 2.5 million from the Park Service for this bullshit. Not like they’re constantly overflowing with funds. … Continue reading →

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On this Memorial Day

Posted on May 28, 2018 by A Dreamer

I think the best way we can honor those who served our country and are no longer with us is to be a better country. We can, and we have to.

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