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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
Jan 28, 2021
Friday, September 11th, 2020
Captain's Log Enthusiasm aboard the ship could not be contain today, both crew members were back in school. Number 2 and I are so...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
Thursday, September 10th, 2020
Captains log Today marked the end of the longest March Break in history. Relic headed off to Grade 11 today. I tried to play it cool, but...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
Friday, July 31st, 2020
Captain’s Log The mood aboard the ship is that of elation. Kids are going back to school. F*% yeah! The crew is actually pretty pumped to...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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Tarren Gilchrist
Jan 28, 2021
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...
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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 27, 2020
Wednesday, March 18th 2020
Captain’s Log This evening, I cut the engine and let the ship drift for a bit. I found myself a quiet corner, from which I could read a...
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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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