Tag Archives: parenting

I Like Your Hair—Parenting on the Edge

Posted on January 19, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

I have a difficult three-year old. He’s been difficult since around 18 months. And I don’t mean like won’t eat his peas difficult. I mean screaming, biting, hitting, kicking, tantrums that blow your hair back like one of those speaker … Continue reading →

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Parenting Awards

Posted on January 16, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

I said in my last blog post that I wouldn’t win any parenting awards. Well, of COURSE I can’t win any parenting awards.  There ARE no parenting awards.  Think about that. NO parenting awards. It’s just not right. Not right … Continue reading →

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Kids–Beloved or Ballast

Posted on January 14, 2008 by Tentative Equinox North

Last weekend saw all the big Christmas tree chipping events around town. We were en route to taking ours to the local high school when I saw the following scenario: a red-necked yahoo (I may be characterizing a little) in … Continue reading →

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A Little Less Magic

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Tentative Equinox North

My daughter has a little less magic in her life. She’s learned the bitter truth about Santa Claus. She did some good detective work I have to say. She’s had her suspicions for awhile, but I’ve always managed to change … Continue reading →

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