Season 2 of Stranger Things just debuted on Netflix. I haven’t had the time to watch it yet, but as I sat down to add the next entry into my Power Point Series, I was reminded of the Upside Down. For the uninitiated, it’s basically a world underneath the one we live in. What is … More The Upside Down
I figured it’s been a long time since I expanded my Power Point Series, so I’ve got a new entry for you. Navigating a romantic relationship is fraught with detours, roadblocks and the occasional IED. Add the complicated emotions that come with adolescence and even the smallest misunderstanding can lead to rivers of tears and … More Blender or Blunder?
“If someone says, ‘Don’t worry, I’ll erase this later.’ Steal the camera.” – Uncle Ryan At this point, I feel I must confess that not all of the slides in my Power Point came directly out of my mouth. A couple of them were actually uttered by my younger brother. I have him to thank for … More Don’t Be Ellen Griswold
“Never have sex in a car. Especially not a stick shift,” I blurted out while watching the movie 27 Dresses with my ailing girl child several years ago. I don’t think I need to spoiler alert this since the movie is nearly a decade old, but just in case. **Spoiler Alert** The two main characters … More Beware the Stick Shift
“If you’re going to get stoned, go to Taco Bell first.” Every person at some time or another feels the need to blow off a little steam and have some fun. Get rowdy, crazy, out of their mind. Turns out that is a natural part of the human condition. Dr. Andrew Weil, in his book … More The Prophylactic Power of Taco Bell
“You Don’t Want Cauliflower On Your Junk” This may be on of my more famous, and shocking, Power Points. I know it’s one of the more memorable of the bunch. And it speaks to the importance of choosing wisely when it comes to sexual choices. When I was growing up, we were shown a video … More Cauliflower – It’s Not Just A Side Dish
In my house music is a part of every day. Be it professionally produced, hummed by one of us, or completely made up – it’s an important facet of our lifestyle. I have a penchant for making up ridiculous songs about all manner of topics, however for this one I reached deep into my memory … More Drinking, Driving & Drugs – Two of These Go Together
There’s a popular parenting paradigm called Love and Logic. The school district we live in has offered several seminars with the author and those trained in the method. Of all the parenting approaches I’ve heard about, this one seems to make the most sense. Natural consequences, setting clear expectations, consistency, etc. But I think it’s … More Love, Logic & Laughter
Shannon R. Brown 