I recognize that my little bundle of nerd, is an exception when it comes to understanding and loving politics, history & government before it is required by state law. I also recognize that though he is active in his political education, there a lot of things that just fly over…
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Mr. Hippo Goes To The DNC
Yes, you read that right! The Hippo will be taking on the Democratic National Convention for the Ultimate Civics Lesson! All of next week, Hippo will be photographing and coming to you live from the floor of the DNC. But for why, am I taking a 6 year old to…
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Bathtime & Carpool Conversations
Bathtime & morning car rides to school with Hippo are always…interesting. I mean he’s a five year old that loves Batman, My Little Pony, Star Wars & Wolf Blitzer. You really never know where the conversation is going to go. Last night was one of those nights. I had been…
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The Colon-less Advocate
The first of the month brought another great trip to Washington D.C. for the Digestive Disease National Coalition’s annual Public Policy Forum & Day on the Hill. I have to say that it isn’t the easiest thing for me to just get up and go away for a few days…
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It’s that time of the year again! The Digestive Disease National Coalition’s Public Policy Forum is upon us and I am currently sitting in the Atlanta airport waiting for my next flight to DC. Since the passing of Affordable Care Act, the assault on autoimmune disease & disabled patients has…
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The Booker Effect
Last night I had the great honor and pleasure of attending a fundraiser for Newark, New Jersey’s Mayor Cory Booker‘s run for Senate Campaign. I was invited by a good friend, Jodi Gomes who has become friends with the mayor through her advocacy for Autism. You’re probably wondering what the…