Tag Archives: kids

Disneyland!

Posted on July 26, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

So, I’m writing a quick post in the Business Centre of the Crowne Plaza, Anaheim Resort. Very nice hotel btw, I did good. Day 1, July 24: Getting here.  Had to get up a 4am in the frickin’ morning to … Continue reading →

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A handy reminder

Posted on July 15, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

Seen on my daughter’s To-Do List (I wasn’t snooping, she left it sitting on the table): Sue enemies when older. ‘Nuff said.

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Tell me, but quietly and out of earshot of the daycare ladies

Posted on July 5, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

If you’ve been following this bjournal for a while you might recall I vowed to stop lurking in doorways. I took a big step out of the doorway by deciding to submit my name to audition for professional theatre companies–and … Continue reading →

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Wow! That IS more efficient!

Posted on July 3, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

Warning: content that only a mother could love. If you’re squeamish, STOP READING. I said STOP! All right. But don’t say I didn’t warn you. Griffin, the 4-year-old, woke up in the middle of the night (the reasons for that … Continue reading →

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Fred the Great

Posted on June 24, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

It would seem that Griffin has an imaginary friend. His name is Fred. Today I witnessed an entire argument with this imaginary friend who was holding Griffin’s arm so that he couldn’t drive his trike in a straight line. I … Continue reading →

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Griffin turns 4

Posted on June 23, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

4 years ago we sent out the following announcement: Christina and Lloyd are pleased to announce the birth of our third child — a son — Griffin Arthur Peter, on Tuesday June 22nd at 3:24pm.  Griffin was 8lbs, 4 oz and measured … Continue reading →

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High in Fibre

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

Another good one from my Griffin-man. Two good stories in less than 24 hours–this kid is a gold-mine! I must back up a little to give some context. Yesterday, we worked on some colouring pages. He was so pleased with … Continue reading →

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Easy Riders

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

I walked with Griffin to the park yesterday while he proudly rode his red tricycle. He’s getting quite good at getting around on his wheels. He probably triked over a mile on this little expedition. “I know, I so strong.” … Continue reading →

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Be Realistic

Posted on June 3, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

So, that’s the phrase I’m starting to hear. We have to keep our expectations realistic. Aspergers, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities are life-long conditions for which there is no cure. They can be managed but not eliminated. Accept her for who she is. If … Continue reading →

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Parenting Dilemma

Posted on May 30, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

Am I a bad parent if I send my son to school sporting a backpack that advertises a local casino? Just to be clear. My husband won said backpack in a radio station sponsored black jack tournament. He won the … Continue reading →

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