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The story of the Cool Wedding

As far as parties go, it was a pretty lame one. It was just guys. We sat around and played video games. And most of the time, I was downloading music on my computer. From the fervor (or lack of) … Continue reading

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How did you/will you celebrate your 30th birthday? I need ideas!

The big day is approaching. Unfortunately. I’m at the waddling stage of pregnancy and our budget is limited. I face two options. 1. Accept the reality of being older and go (by myself) to all of the NYC places that … Continue reading

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I’m learning to read! (but I actually knew how before, too)

Leading up to Christmas, I was feeling that my storytelling reserve was empty. It must have been all of those overlong, self-obsessed New York Story posts that I churned out. So during some free time during Christmas break, I stumbled … Continue reading

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The Cool Fam in NYC: The first year in pictures

Cool Dad: On August 29, 2008, we boarded a plane in Orlando, FL with two suitcases, two backpacks, a car seat, and the idea of turning our lives upside down. We landed in Philadelphia, took an hour-long train ride that seemed … Continue reading

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Home alone: Do you keep the place clean?

It’s the eternal struggle: A husband left at home trying to keep the place clean. I really want to win this round.

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