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- - - | written by Jason on 5/14/2023 | - - -

The Artful Balance of Dreaming and Doing

When I was a teenager, my mom called me a dreamer. She didn’t mean it as a compliment, but she wasn’t wrong. I've always been idealistic, my head regularly inhabiting the clouds. I’d sing along with John Lennon’s Imagine and revel in the fact that we were soul mates. You’re NOT the only one, John. We’re in this together! I took pride in that side of myself. But when my mom labeled me a dreamer, and I knew it wasn’t a compliment, it got my attention. Of course, my idiot teenage response was, "What does she know?" Eventually, I would relate to Mark Twain, who said, …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/12/2023 | - - -

Gummy Bears & Big Dreams | Escape Adulthood LIVE #108

On this month's show, we’re sharing one awesome thing to do with sidewalk chalk, two ingredients you need for your dreams to come true, and three stunning news stories about gummy bears. Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! So grab your favorite beverage, take a little break, and join us for an hour each month that’s sure to keep Adultitis at bay! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every month: …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/7/2023 | - - -

Because You Said So

We recently renovated the rec room in our basement. The transformation mostly consisted of several gallons of paint and some key new decor purchases. In the past, I would have been tasked with the paint job, but this time, we decided to make it a family affair. It was a great idea, mostly because I'd still be working on it — the bead board required four coats alone — but also because it gave us a shared sense of accomplishment and excitement for the finished product. The kids weren't token helpers, either. I managed the trim, but they were involved in everything else. Lucy is fourteen …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/26/2023 | - - -

Hildy Feen, April 2023 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. This month's worthy recipient of this prestigious honor is Hildy Feen! In recognition of their efforts, Adultitis Fighters of the Month receive a special limited edition print created by Jason, along with a …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/23/2023 | - - -

Your Life as a Goonie

My family watched The Goonies recently. I've probably seen it a dozen times, as it was a favorite from my childhood. If you haven't seen it, Wikipedia offers this summary: "The Goonies is a 1985 American adventure comedy film co-produced and directed by Richard Donner from a screenplay by Chris Columbus, and based on a story by Steven Spielberg. In the film, a group of kids who live in the 'Goon Docks' neighborhood of Astoria, Oregon, attempt to save their homes from foreclosure and, in doing so, they discover an old treasure map that takes them on an adventure to unearth the long-lost …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/16/2023 | - - -

A Ridiculously Easy Way to Rekindle a Friendship

"I Just Called to Say I Love You" is a famous Stevie Wonder song. It's also the title of this painting. One word in that title might be more important than all the others. We'll get to that in a sec. When my wife Kim and I were dating, we'd spend hours and hours on the phone, talking late into the night, racking up phone bills that if bound together, would make the longest Harry Potter book look like a pamphlet. This was in the days when phones were attached to walls and the "call waiting" feature was a source of civil war for any siblings also angling for phone rights. My personal …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/12/2023 | - - -

Adultitis-Proof Your Friendships | Escape Adulthood LIVE #107

On this month's show, we’re debating the best way to eat cereal, talking about using food coloring to fight Adultitis, and sharing a surprising way to deepen any friendship! Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! So grab your favorite beverage, take a little break, and join us for an hour each month that’s sure to keep Adultitis at bay! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every month: …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/2/2023 | - - -

The Downside of Doing Things the Regular Way

How do I eat my cereal? The regular way. I pour cereal into a bowl. Then I pour milk over the cereal. Then I eat the cereal, savoring the first bites before said cereal is ruined with sogginess. My wife does it differently. She pours cereal into a bowl. Then she adds the milk. Then she goes on a two-week vacation. Then she eats the cereal. Somehow, we've been married for almost twenty-three years. I recently learned of yet another way to approach this breakfast staple that might be even weirder. I actually met a person who pours the milk in first, before the cereal. She …

- - - | written by Jason on 3/26/2023 | - - -

Keep Swinging

Babe Ruth hit 714 home runs in his 22-year career. He also struck out 1,330 times. When he swung the bat, not even he knew exactly what would happen. Sometimes I create art that feels like a grand slam home run. I am convinced that everyone everywhere will love it. Awards will be won, museums will come calling, and grown men will weep. Instead, the ball glances off the end of my bat and dribbles weakly down the first base line. The world responds to my brilliant work of art with a deafening, "Meh." Then there are other times when something I created as an afterthought, with scant …

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- - - | written by Jason on 3/20/2023 | - - -

Katie Nagle, March 2023 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. This month's worthy recipient of this prestigious honor is Katie Nagle! In recognition of their efforts, Adultitis Fighters of the Month receive a special limited edition print created by Jason, along with a …

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