Mouse not connecting automatically after waking from sleep

Hi,
When I open my MacBook after it's been asleep, my apple bluetooth (non-mighty) mouse does not connect automatically. I have to repeat the setup new device wizard to get the mouse to work. This is 100% consistent and occurs every time.
This mouse was previously my son's and has a particular "affinity" for his computer. For example, before he deleted it from his own system preferences, the mouse would connect to his computer instead of my own even if he was rooms away from me. (this isn't strictly related, since it still occurs even if his powerbook isn't here or is sleeping).
Thanks,
Diane

Hello Diane:
Welcome to Apple discussions.
Try clicking the mouse if it does not automatically pair.
I would also delete the preference file (com.apple.bluetooth.plist) and restart.
Barry

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Hello Diane:
Welcome to Apple discussions.
Try clicking the mouse if it does not automatically pair.
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Hi, arthurpacifico.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
Here are a couple troubleshooting steps that I would recommend trying to see if it corrects this issue.
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1379
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After waking from sleep or starting up, your computer may not show that it is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
After start or wake, your computer may indicate that it is connected to a network, but does not connect to the Internet.
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