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EMBRACING THE JOURNEY OF MODERN MOTHERHOOD
Welcome to "A Captain's Blog," where the parenting stories are as unfiltered as a teenager's social media feed. We laugh at our mishaps, learn from our mistakes, and snag expert advice to navigate the teen maze. It's the go-to spot for real talk, belly laughs, and a hefty dose of "We've got this!" in the wild ride of raising teens.
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Tarren Gilchrist
Dec 31, 2020
Friday, April 17th 2020
Today marked a very special day aboard the ship. Relic turned sweet sixteen. The 2 hours he honored us with his presence today was a...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Dec 31, 2020
Tuesday, April 14th 2020
Captain’s Log We have some pretty tight rules on the ship, especially around the mess hall. 1. We eat dinner as a family at the table. 2....
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Tarren Gilchrist
Dec 31, 2020
Sunday, April 12th 2020
Captain’s Log I am pleased to report all members of the crew had a wonderful Easter. The Easter bunny was more then generous and gifted...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 17, 2020
Saturday, April 11th 2020
Captain's Log I adjusted the course and am happy to report we are back on track. Nothing a good long walk and afternoon cocktails...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 17, 2020
Friday, April 10th 2020
Captain's Log Today was not my best day. Despite the sunshine, it was cold, windy, and all-around unmotivating. Not my 2000 piece puzzle,...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 17, 2020
Parenting Challenges: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Parenting Teens
Parenting challenges and parenting teens require patience and resilience.
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 17, 2020
Wednesday, April 8t 2020
Captain's Log A Major win today. Relic mastered the art of taking his clean laundry to his room without being asked. I’d like to thank...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 16, 2020
Sunday, April 5th
Captain's Log The award for the most shit tickets goes to Relic this week. His commitment to the crew and his role abord this fine vessel...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 16, 2020
Saturday, April 4th
Captain’s Log There are those who call it passive aggressiveness, I, however, prefer to call it gentle nudging. Like today when Number 2...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 16, 2020
Friday, April 3rd 2020
Captain’s Log Recovering from the news today that there is a fire ban in place. This changes my yard work plans for next week...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Nov 2, 2020
Sunday, March 29th 2020
Captain's Log I had to formally apologize to the crew today. I had accused them of a horrible crime. I wrongfully assumed someone ate my...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Where do all the socks go?
Wednesday, March 24th, 2020 Captain's log While the crew did their homework I managed to finish what felt like the last of 20 loads of...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Shop Class
Captain's log Happy Monday! We have completed our first week in self-isolation and I am pleased to report that all crew members have...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Suggestions Welcome.
Sunday, March 22nd, 2020 Captain’s Log Woke the crew around 8:30, served them a beautiful breakfast of cold leftover pizza, and then...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Extra Rations for all
Saturday, March 21th 2020 Captain’s Log The crew was in good spirits today, despite the subzero temperatures. The youngest especially...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Peanut Butter Pirate
Friday, March 20th, 2020 Captain's Log I’m not sure who hired this crew but I’m pretty sure they’re pirates. Each time they surface from...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 27, 2020
Thursday, March 20th 2020
Captain’s log I am happy to report Lucy is on season 8 of Grey’s Anatomy. She is now a 3rd-year resident and will be performing solo...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Oct 25, 2020
Monday, March 16th 2020
Captain's Log The crew remains healthy and optimistic about the weeks ahead. Although times are uncertain the crew is in the honeymoon...
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