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About Joe Cummings

Aquarius. Traveler. Gamer. Writer. A New Parent. 4 of these things are easy. One is not. But the journey is that much better for the new people in my life. A life I want to share with others, to help them, maybe, to make them feel less alone, sure, to connect with the greater world, absolutely.

Adventures With Kids – A Promotion

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Joe Cummings

The Walking Dead I got a promotion yesterday. A parenting promotion. As you know, I’m new to all this parenting stuff. It’s confusing, daunting, and at times, terrifying. Like math. Or a proctology exam. It’s been a tough week. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Deconstructing Deconstructing

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Joe Cummings

From my writing blog Deconstructing Deconstructing.

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The Walking Dad

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Joe Cummings

Originally posted on Blog 213:
On fields of play, parents often find themselves on the outside looking in. ? “How many do you think I should do?” “Ten,” my son tells me. “I can’t do ten! Seven.” “Eight.” “Seven.” “Eight,” he…

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Adventures With Kids – Questions That Need Answers

Posted on October 11, 2014 by Joe Cummings

The Oldest boy asked me what’s the difference between a nerd and a geek? I thought they were pretty much the same thing. Like a Christoper Lambert and Thomas Jane. But no, there’s a difference. A big one. And there’s … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – Schooling

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Joe Cummings

Ok, so the boys are back in school. In my mind, they’re learning about Caesar, the Pythagorean Theorem and how to make cars from coconuts, but no. No. The school had other ideas. They learned how to do graffiti lettering. … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – The Walk to School

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Joe Cummings

Survivor So the oldest is interested in Survivor. “Why didn’t you tell me about this show?” He demands. “Why?” Survival interests him. How would a whole bunch of strangers survive on an island? How would they overcome the challenges? Hey, … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – Schooling

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Joe Cummings

A Perfect Day At School If the Oldest had his choice, he would have a totally different school morning. Not so much with the math and more with the Minecraft. “So, Joe, it’s time to go to school.” In his … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – School

Posted on September 23, 2014 by Joe Cummings

Why Can’t I Live A Fantasy Life? Really the first day of school was today. Oh sure they went to school yesterday, but after a detailed interrogation of both boys, it seems like they pretty much sat in class, talked … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – Homeschooling

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Joe Cummings

The School Year Begins I’ve had some fun being a homeschooling parent. It’s been a challenge, but I was helped out by family and friends who offered up websites, advice and often derisive laughter. However, I am super glad that … Continue reading →

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Adventures With Kids – Hockey

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Joe Cummings

The Equipment It’s the first goalie camp of the year for the Youngest and I’m in a rush. I’ve spent the day talking to contractors, watching AC get installed into our house, and setting up more appointments to get quotes … Continue reading →

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