When our world officially admits it's another year older, lots of people come up with resolutions. "I resolve to lose 90 pounds." "I resolve to quit smoking once and for all." "I resolve to win the lottery." Considering how many resolutions are upended by the consumption of an entire bag of Doritos in one sitting or how many gyms look like ghost towns on March 1st, it's amazing that we go through the trouble of of making them in the first place. Indeed, the mandate that we should all come up with some sort of New Year's Resolution is a rule that doesn't exist. …
Archives for December 2009
A Very Adultitis Christmas
We hope you and your family are having a wonderful holiday season. It can be the most joyful time of year, unless someone with a serious case of Adultitis shows up. Treatment is available, but awareness is the key. Both Ebeneezer Scrooge and the Grinch were Adultitis survivors, so there is hope. We decided to use this post to highlight a few videos that may be of help. …
The Mall Santa eBook
This 23-page eBook features an assortment of nearly 30 comic strips -- including full-color weekend strips -- that chronicle the various trips Kim and Jason have made to see the Mall Santa over the years. You won't want to miss Kim's plan to tape record her conversation with the Mall Santa, or her letters to the real Santa. Conveniently formatted for both easy screen viewing and printing. …
Adultitis: Is Christmas a Cause or Cure? – EA Show #49
This is our last show for 2009. We wanted to share some reflections on our first year as parents, offer up some holiday greetings, and give our take on whether Christmas is a cause of or the cure to Adultitis. | Subscribe with iTunes | Download (80 MB) Share Your Thoughts... What do you think about this week's show? Do you think Christmas is a cause or a cure for Adultitis? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or in the video itself by clicking the little plus sign in the player. Got photos or videos? Send 'em to eashow@kimandjason.com Linkety Links Check out Lucy's first appearance on the show, way back in episode #3! Pick up your own copy of There's An Adult in My Soup. It's Lucy approved and it makes a great gift, too! Become a fan of Kim & Jason on Facebook and get reminded about our next live show as well as other behind-the-scenes treats. Kim & Jason Nation unite! …
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61 Ways to Put the Brakes on Holiday Stress
1. Watch a funny Christmas movie. (We recommend Elf, Christmas Vacation, and A Christmas Story.) 2. Get cookies from the best bakery (or friend) in town. 3. Hire a neighbor kid looking for a few bucks to take care of your shoveling. 4. Organize a gift exchange, instead of buying for everyone. 5. Better yet, make it a white elephant gift exchange. 6. Keep up on your sleep and exercise. Quick naps and short walks can do wonders! …
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What To Do When You Encounter a Jerkbutt
It seems like every audience I speak to has one. A grumpy dude with his arms folded and a face that looks like it was turned to stone by a quick glance at Medusa. Early in my career, it used to bug the heck out of me. I'd get all self-conscious. I'd wonder: Does he think I'm too young? Does he think my jokes stink? Is he the dude I saw last night on America's Most Wanted? …
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Avoiding the Dreaded Title of Bridezilla
If there is anyone who knows a little bit about stress, it's a bride to be. Seriously, they can get downright c r a z y. Which is why we thought it was a wonderful idea to have such a person (a bride to be, not a crazy person) review our new book, There's An Adult In My Soup. Enter Becky Speer, aka Becky Mochaface, whose big day is quickly approaching. Would she actually find some value in it, or toss it aside like a wedding DJ with nothing but Chicken Dance CDs? …
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Unclutter Your Christmas – EA Show #48
If you love watching your kids' eyes light up when they unwrap gifts from Santa, but cringe at the thought of even more toys infiltrating and cluttering up your home, we have an idea that will help. In this episode, we share a great tip for decluttering your Christmas while teaching your kids to be grateful for what they have. Share Your Thoughts... What do you think about this week's show? What was your best tip for decluttering Christmas? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or in the video itself by clicking the little plus sign in the player. Got photos or videos? Send 'em to eashow@kimandjason.com | Subscribe with iTunes | Download (80 MB) Linkety Links Pick up your own copy of There's An Adult in My Soup. It's Lucy approved and it makes a great gift, too! Jason's recent post: A Quick Thought on Toys Become a fan of Kim & Jason on Facebook and get reminded about our next live show as well as other behind-the-scenes treats. Kim & Jason Nation …
What I Thought About While Shoveling Snow
Today was a snow day. Over a foot of snow. Blizzard conditions. The governor declared a state of emergency and authorities urged people to stay off the roads if at all possible. Since Kim and I both work from home, we were able to stay in and decided to take most of the day off. Sure, we have a lot of stuff on our to-do lists, but days like this don't come around all that often. You have to take advantage of them when they come. But I must confess: I did partake in my share of inner grumbling as I struggled to shovel the driveway and sidewalk. (Ah the joys of home ownership!) The snow was wet and heavy, and my back still aches as I write this. …
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Watching Angels Dance
Lucy is one year old today. Happy Birthday, Lucy Ruth! She's in that cute stage where she reaches out for things that she wants. Typically, her reach is accompanied by a grunt, as if to say, "gimmie that!" On Sunday morning in church, as I held my bundle of energy (not unlike wrestling a cat), I couldn't help but observe her noticing something. Unlike other parts of the service, she wasn't reaching for the guy's coat in front of us or the bag of mini-marshmallows his four-year-old son was inhaling one by one (which was hilarious, by the way). …