Tag: education

Day 4

Posted on August 30, 2016 By Brooke Abbott Abron

Day 4 rolled around, and I found Hippo to be just as excited about Wednesday’s events as he was about the first two days. But Wednesday was something special. On this day we got to the venue quite early. So we decided to hang out in the UBER lounge for…

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Civics! Elementary, my dear, Watson!

Posted on August 12, 2016October 29, 2017 By Brooke Abbott Abron

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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Day 2

Posted on July 26, 2016 By Brooke Abbott Abron

Day 2 in Philadelphia was the actual convention. For the first day we pretty much rested at our hotel. Which was great because they have a great restaurant and outdoor patio area. Plus, apparently this place is filled to the brim with Pokemon. So, if you’re traveling with the kids…

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Day 1

Posted on July 24, 2016 By Brooke Abbott Abron

We’ve landed. These Dems are in Philly. Oh, that’s the hashtag, #DemsInPhilly, for the DNC. Not all has been enjoyable. We had a crazy, serious, 4 hours too long, situation with a rental car company. our flight took off super late. But then we got to the hotel and had…

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Mr. Hippo Goes To The DNC

Posted on July 21, 2016July 21, 2016 By Brooke Abbott Abron

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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Time for Mom’s Serum

Posted on July 13, 2016 By Brooke Abbott Abron

Hippo is out of school. Yay, no early mornings, school lunches or classroom volunteering for the next few weeks. But wait, he’s home. Everyday. All day. ALL DAY! Omg! Can’t this kid get a hobby besides Pokemon Go and Harry Potter reading marathons? Like a hobby where he is big…