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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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Sunday, July 22nd, 2020
Captain's Log The entire crew was invited away for the weekend, which was so needed. Anyone else overwhelmed, anxious and exhausted...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020
Captain's Log The crew has been enjoying having our nephew Charlie for the week. Number 2 took him on his first camping trip, and mother...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Sunday, July 19th, 2020
Captain's Log Sunday’s are my favourite day of the week. I love the pace, slow and easy with no plan. I feel like anything accomplished...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Tuesday, July 15th, 2020
Captain’s Log I’m pleased to report that Relic has successfully passed his G1 test and now has his learners permit. His enthusiasm is...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Friday, July 10th, 2020
Captains log It’s been an exciting week abroad this shipwreck. Relic returned from his canoe trip sun kissed and tired. He came in...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Monday, July 12th 2020
Captains log Number 2 and I have found ourselves childless for a few days. Relic has embarked on his first adult free canoe trip; 60 km...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2020
Captain's log Happy Canada Day! Today was as close to perfect as it can get right now. I'm not sure if there is a planetary alignment...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Sunday, June 28th, 2020
Captain's log Summer is here and the crew is enjoying all that this gorgeous weather has to offer. Relic was voluntold on Saturday to use...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Friday, June 19th , 2020
Captain's Log The crew and I have taken a trip up north to retrieve the Dutchess. I fear if I didn’t come to collect her she would never...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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Sunday, June 13th 2020
Captain’s Log I’m happy to report the Dutchess has transitioned into adolescence with the utmost success. Today after sleeping in until...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 15, 2021
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Friday, June 12th 2020
Captain’s log Today we celebrated the Dutchess’s 13th birthday. My baby is a teen. Lucy Valerie you are the most amazing human being....

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 14, 2021
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Monday, June 8th 2021
Captain’s log Today I began the trial phases of not drinking during the week. Today’s test failed, and wine was consumed at 4:45 pm....

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 14, 2021
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Thursday, June 4th 2021
Captain’s log A big happy birthday to my sweet dad, love you ❤️ This week was a bit brutal on aboard this crazy-ass ship. I am now...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 14, 2021
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Tuesday, May 26th 2020
Captain's Log The crew has faced some new challenges this week; good weather and our first heatwave. Kids are really missing their...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 8, 2021
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Monday, May 25th 2020
Captains log I am happy to report that the ship and her crew continue to make me proud to be their captain. I have been back to work...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 8, 2021
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Tuesday, May 19th 2020
Captain’s log I returned aboard the ship this afternoon, to find the crew had misinterpreted my instructions for the day. I had written;...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 8, 2021
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Monday, May 18th 2020
Captain's Log Anchor dropped. Sun kissed, relaxed, recharged and ready for tomorrow. I hope everyone enjoyed themselves this long weekend

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 8, 2021
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Sunday, May 17th 2020
Captain’s log I failed to complete my daily update yesterday but it was just so nice outside that I decided to enjoy the day phone free....

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 8, 2021
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Wednesday, May 13th 2020
Captain’s Log Today was an extremely busy day aboard the ship. I barley saw the crew, except for the frequent pantry raids, reporting of...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 5, 2021
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Tuesday, May 12th 2020
Captain's Log I have moved the crew into the advanced training program today. The first mission was to clean their cabins. The rules were...

Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 5, 2021
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