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January 18, 2012

2012: The Year of the Dragon

According to the Chinese zodiac, 2012 is the year of the dragon. I know this to be true not only because I googled the bejesus out of it, but because my brood became riddled with delirium upon learning they had … Continue reading →

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Tagged as bearded dragons, children, humor, parenting, pets

March 22, 2011

Rodent Rage

I always hear the wild rumpus before I determine its curious source—a raging battle within the confines of a two-story, purplish hamster cage with an electric green spiral slide and a profusion of tunnels that twist and turn at precarious … Continue reading →

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Tagged as children, hamsters, humor, kids, parenting, pets

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