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[ - ] We are redoing DD's room for her bday. I'm looking for recommendations for light-weight duvets. Decent quality and price. TIA! 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:24 PM Flag
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I like the Pacific Coast at Costco. Or the real ones. I never liked the kids' ones at Company store, the fabric is not as soft, even though the colors are fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:10 PM Flag
[ - ] After years of persuasion, my DH has agreed to get a family puppy! Can anyone recommend their dog breeder? Thank you 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:50 PM Flag
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Are you in NYC? If so I recommend Social Tees Rescue: https://www.socialteesnyc.org/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:53 PM Flag
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Yes we are in NYC. I would love a rescue - will look there. Thank you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:59 PM Flag
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NP we got one and we LOVE her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:26 PM Flag
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+1 -we also have a loving and sweet rescue [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:57 PM Flag
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Friendswithfourpaws is also a wonderful rescue. They rescue dogs in Oklahoma, foster and vaccinate/etc, and transport them to NYC. They have volunteers who foster here so potential new owners can meet rescues, and then for the first 2 weeks after "adoption", it's considered a "trial period;" if all goes well, they then transfer microchip to your name. Their contract says you will always let them know if the rescue is no longer working so they can rehome the pet. http://www.friendswithfourpaws.org/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:18 PM Flag
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We used Ruff House Rescue based out on Long Island and they were great. Our dog was rescued and transported from Texas and she's the sweetest. She was 2 years old when we adopted her (lab mix) and it worked perfect for our family since we skipped over the very cute but VERY challenging puppy period. Another rescue that we checked out was See Spot rescued in Jersey City. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:26 PM Flag
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Ooh Ruff House has a bunch of puppies rn! Look at this faaace: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/28227437-island-park-new-york-labrador-retriever-mix [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:39 PM Flag
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omg and this one! such a weird little dorkus malorkus: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/28415169-island-park-new-york-chihuahua-mix [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:40 PM Flag
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I found my dog in a dumpster, so look for garbage dogs? ha [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:56 PM Flag
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Is you DH handsome? What does he look like so we can pick the puppy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:27 PM Flag
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Start with the breed and then search for the breeders. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:03 PM Flag
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Please adopt. There are so many great organizations that work hard to save pets. We love Sean Casey in Brooklyn. Badass Brooklyn is another one people liked working with. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:02 PM Flag
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http://www.badassbrooklynanimalrescue.com/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:02 PM Flag
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Look on Petfinder. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:15 PM Flag
[ - ] i am pretty sure the answer is no, but can i burn a citronella candle in central park (or riverside)? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:34 PM Flag
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Probably not but I would be shocked if anyone catches you? Just put it on a safe surface. Worst case, park staff tells you to put it out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:36 PM Flag
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Don't stink up the park. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:46 PM Flag
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just do it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:45 PM Flag
[ - ] Not in NYC. Is it safe to go to my appointment with primary care physician next week? They take a lot of precautions apparently and I wear a mask the whole time (doc does too) I have only surgical masks, do I need some other kind? Thanks. Also have a dentist appt in 2 week and hope it will be Ok to go. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:28 PM Flag
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We haven’t been since nyc dr’s are only just starting to take appointments for non emergency visits but both my and dr’s dentist and primary physicians have sent detailed guidelines re visit and I would feel comfortable going. We can’t stay in the “cave” forever. I’m careful but I’m also healthy and reasonably young so I think it’s ok. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:11 PM Flag
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I went to a primary care doctor a few weeks ago and it was fine. Everyone was wearing masks and they sprayed the entire office with lysol spray frequently. Taking an elevator (if necessary) is going to be the riskiest part of it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:13 PM Flag
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I went to my PCP in Manhattan and it was totally safe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:23 PM Flag
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You need to go. Epidemiologists are saying that people skipping dr's appointments out of fear is turning into a bigger risk than the virus. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:34 PM Flag
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I'm upstate and went for a routine follow-up visit last month. It was fine. Everyone had to wear masks. They pre-screened me the day before over the phone, took my temperature before letting me into the building, took me right to the exam room, and all co-pays, scheduling etc were not handled in the office. My mom is 82 and had cancer last year, so many of her appointments are done by telemedicine. She still has to go in for the scans and bloodwork but her Drs do the discussion by telehealth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:40 PM Flag
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I went to a doctor's appt last week and it seemed far safer than the grocery store. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:58 PM Flag
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Yes it is safe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:03 PM Flag
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I went and it was fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:12 PM Flag
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I went this week, it was fine, MD and the staff reassured me this will pass and the worse is behind us [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:18 PM Flag
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Op- thank you all [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:42 PM Flag
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From their Mouth to God's Ear, as my grandma used to say. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:59 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:23 AM Flag
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I went to a doctor's appt. in a hospital last week. I felt much safer than I do in any store. The precautions and cleanliness could not have been more thorough. As far as the dentist, the danger is for them, not you. I wouldn't worry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:14 PM Flag
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yes, it's fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:45 PM Flag
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We're in NYC, my mom had a doctor appt. last week, no big deal, and she is in her 80s. My doctor is reopening this week. Just go, it will be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:39 AM Flag
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Op- thanks again! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 04:48 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone know where I can buy an N95 mask in NYC or online for delivery by Friday? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.07.20, 06:20 PM Flag
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ebay [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:30 PM Flag
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many asian markets. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:35 PM Flag
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Try hardware stores. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:10 PM Flag
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health food stores usually have them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:16 PM Flag
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This is a reputable company that has KN95. https://nomadgoods.com/collections/medical-supplies/products/form-fitting-face-mask [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:17 PM Flag
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not the same as N95 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:26 PM Flag
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According to mask manufacturer 3M, “it is reasonable to consider” China’s KN95s “equivalent” to US N95s. Mask standards for Europe (FFP2), Australia (P2), Korea (KMOEL), and Japan (DS) are also highly similar. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.09.20, 04:00 AM Flag
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newegg.com but don't know if you can get it by Friday [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:19 PM Flag
[ - ] Can I wash and reuse a surgical mask? Thanks. I put one in the washing machine yesterday and came out as new. But I would like to be sure it has not been damaged, maybe not as effective? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:04 PM Flag
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I read that the filters inside will get messed up once washed. People recommend you spray it with disinfectant to re-use. But not washing it. I think it really depends on the type of mask you have. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:13 PM Flag
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op- thank you, makes sense. I have 30 left. Maybe I can now find more on Amazon. They all look the same and I realize most are made in China... hope they are still reliable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:20 PM Flag
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All cotton, fine. Those hospital like-ones, can't imagine that is a good idea. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:19 PM Flag
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op- oh no, I have been using surgical ones, dh bought a pack on Amazon... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:26 PM Flag
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Cotton ok to wash. N95 filtration will get ruined if washed. Not quite sure about surgical mask but the material seems more similar to n95 than cotton so wouldn’t risk it by washing. I used mine a few times before tossing. MD mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:29 PM Flag
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Op- thanks MD mom, so I can use it a few times before I toss it? Was not sure about this... I fold it up and then put on again, say next day- to run to the store or something? I also have a small up light thingy (Found it on Amazon they call it a phone sanitizer) I sometimes put my reading glasses or keys in there for the 18 minutes course... not sure if it sanitizes and would be Ok for a mask? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:52 PM Flag
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I think wearing a few times is fine as long as not soiled or dirty. I use the same one in OR all day before discarding. Not sure how much I would trust an Amazon sanitizer ;) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 01:09 AM Flag
[ - ] I have been watching "somebody feed Phil" on Netflix and it is my new feel good show... Phil Rosenthal seems like such a nice genuine guy. I would love to meet him. His family seems great too. They were on a couple of episodes. Anyway, the show is really well done. 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:02 PM Flag
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thank you for the tip! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:43 PM Flag
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I LOVE that show! He seems like such a happy person and his family is so cute! He reminds me of my uncle. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:52 PM Flag
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Just watched a little and he does seem so nice. His wife looked oddly familiar so I googled him and he produced Everybody loves Raymond. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:02 PM Flag
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And she was in Everybody Loves Raymond! I think Ray is in their LA episode? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:10 PM Flag
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Agree! Phil is a family favorite. He's so dorky and enthusiastic. And his parents are adorable; I believe his mother died recently. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:04 PM Flag
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Oh no, that's horrible! She was such a firecracker! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:10 PM Flag
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Op- yes, I love the Skype call he has with his parents at the end of each show... and love his mom making matzo ball soup when Daniel Boulud comes over, and she couldn’t care less... lol! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:53 PM Flag
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That was the best! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:13 PM Flag
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Would this be appropriate to watch with a 5 and 9 year old? Would love an interesting show that introduces them to diverse cultures and foods! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 09:13 PM Flag
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VERY! The intro song is cheesy but the show is very family friendly but still witty. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:14 PM Flag
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Thanks! I'm going to check this out. I need something positive and not too serious at the end of the day, you know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:29 AM Flag
[ - ] Thinking about NYC public high schools. Are there schools that are reasonably academically rigorous AND somewhat nurturing? Is that a unicorn? My DS is smart and is motivated by having a hardworking peer group, but I think would be lost at one of those big SHS schools. Something smaller and not so pressured may be a better fit, but loosey-goosey and academically weak won't work either. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:21 PM Flag
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If you mean are there smaller schools, yes. With less pressure if academically selective, no. I don't even think in the suburbs that exists. I think somewhere like Lab or Ischool are less competitive, but most people will say not the same level of academics as SHS or Bard. There are smaller SHS likes Lehman and HSMSE, but they are competiive [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:17 PM Flag
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Elro [ Reply | More
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Lab [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:11 PM Flag
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Both ELRO and Lab, maybe more Lab. Elro can be an UES viper pit socially. You should look at SHS High School for American Studies at Lehman. My son loves it. It is small and he loves math and science and gets plenty there. Very small classes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:22 PM Flag
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I know families in Brooklyn whose kids chose Midwood, Brooklyn Millennium, Bard, Murrow and LaGuardia over dif combinations of Stuy, Tech and Latin. Not all of those are "small and nuturing" but people chose those schools for a combination of less pressure/more fun, area of interest, and smaller/more nurturing (more advisory, etc). Kids seem happy with their choices so far. Given what your focus seems, I'd think a place like Brooklyn Millennium might work (if you are in Brooklyn). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:31 PM Flag
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No. Upper West side [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:35 PM Flag
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It was too far away for us, but what about Columbia Secondary School? I talked to kids at that school at a high school fair a few years ago and it seems like it might be the kind of place you are looking for? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:56 PM Flag
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Thanks - that's a great idea! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:59 AM Flag
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Midwood and Murrow are HUGE and run on staggered scheduled. While not as competitive, they do have strong screened academic programs. Midwood was for years the "backup" for Brooklyn kids who didn't make it to SHS - there are more options now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:34 PM Flag
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Maybe one of the smaller ones mentioned but not in the small private school, or low-key suburban school kind of way. The resources just aren't there for it. All NYC public schools are in a sense sink or swim. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:05 PM Flag
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My daughter is at High School of American Studies. It's academically rigorous, but the vibe is not very competitive. Also, the teachers know everybody's name because its so small. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:30 PM Flag
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there are also small SHS. the baby 4 are all anywhere from 150 to 300 per grade. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:33 PM Flag
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ICE - Institute for Collaborative Education [ Reply | More
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CSS [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:19 AM Flag
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Smaller SHS - HSMSE or HAS? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:37 AM Flag
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Columbia Secondary School. Small grade, STEM focus, nurturing teachers, access to Columbia University classes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:57 AM Flag
[ - ] Which US national park is your favorite? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:50 PM Flag
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Zion [ Reply | More
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Haven't seen nearly enough but I would agree with Zion, of the ones I've seen. The town outside the gates is also very cute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:37 PM Flag
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Vally Forge because it has my favorite 5.5. mile loop with the most fun last mile of any run on the planet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:10 PM Flag
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Grand Canyon [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:18 PM Flag
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I had a magical time at Yellowstone as a kid. We saw buffalo, saw the geyers, and my dad rented a boat and fishing gear on Lake Yellowstone and we caught a trout. But I hear it's extremely crowded now. I have never been to Zion, Bryce, or Grand Escalante but people rave about those. On the East Coast, Shenandoah is a lot of fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:12 PM Flag
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Love yosemite. But there are so many amazing ones - Theodore Roosevelt, Zion, and also LOVE Redwood National Forrest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:30 PM Flag
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Grand Teton [ Reply | More
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Great Smoky Mountains, Bryce, Acadia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:23 PM Flag
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These are good ones. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:39 PM Flag
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Denali [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 09:58 PM Flag
[ - ] If you and dh work outside the home, what do your middle or high school dcs do all summer (in non pandemic times)? Getting divorced and not sure how to plan for this- dcs are elementary age now. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:47 PM Flag
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Not a lot. Camp counselor at a day camp for 2 weeks. We usually travel for 1-2 weeks. Too young for a real job. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:31 PM Flag
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Overnight camp is good until at least 15, especially the more adventurous camps. Then they can be counselors for younger kids if they are interested in that sort of thing (or even junior counselors at day camp). Jobs like a lifeguard or snack bar worker at the town pool. College prep/leadership programs or teen programs in an area they are interested in: writing, filmmaking, acting, sciences. Hanging out with friends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:34 PM Flag
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Not a lot - swimming, hanging around with friends, video games, reading, art projects. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:05 PM Flag
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work, attend music camp, has done cooking classes and Writopia too. also done a skateboarding camp [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:59 PM Flag
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DC has always done some sort of camp program, film or coding or science. Also worked in DH's office for a few weeks, doing inventory and stuff in a warehouse, DC is extremely detail oriented and organized so it was a good fit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:41 AM Flag
[ - ] Looking a great show to binge watch? Poldark was great. How did I not hear of it before? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Tremors [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:58 PM Flag
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The Split or Virgin River. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:17 PM Flag
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I posted above, for a feel good (and interesting show) watch Somebody Feed Phil. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:13 PM Flag
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The Split! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:23 PM Flag
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Outlander, Broadchurch, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:23 PM Flag
[ - ] What would you do if your neighbor is playing offensive music loudly? We can hear its 2 houses away and it is laden with the F word and other words I find offensive 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:31 PM Flag
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At almost 1pm on a weekend? I would do nothing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:42 PM Flag
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Not the F word! Hold onto your pearls. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:56 PM Flag
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I always find a little John Phillip Sousa to be effective in these situations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:04 PM Flag
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Either suck it up or go knock on the door and ask them if they wouldn't mind keeping it down as a favor to you. Then send a nice note if they oblige. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:37 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone know what phase nail salons / waxing will be? i guess not phase 2 (as per upstate openings) 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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I think it'll be the last phase. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:15 PM Flag
[ - ] What are the odds this will work? DS (3 years, 4 months) has been pooping on the potty since January without a single accident. But has not been interested in peeing on the potty, so he’s been wearing pull ups. Day camp announced they are opening June 29. DS is dying to go, and needs to be potty trained. We swapped out the diapers for underpants yesterday and have been putting him on the potty every hour. No accidents yet, but he also does not proactively tell us when he needs to go. Can I get this kid completely potty trained in 3 weeks? He knows he can’t go to camp unless he gets it done. TIA for any experience / tips etc! 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:48 PM Flag
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yes! We did the same. Put dc on potty once an hour, asked often "do you have to go", and used m&m rewards. We used the small on the floor potty to make it easier to go on their own. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:53 PM Flag
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I think you'll be fine! He may have an accident or two at first but he'll get the hang of it. They have to expect that 3 years olds will have some accidents. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:01 PM Flag
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Best way us to leave him completely bare bottom for 3 days (wear a lining t-shirt). Keep putting him on potty at regular intervals. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:59 PM Flag
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DS potty trained in 4 days!!! I would never have thought that would be possible, but it can be done. I used that book “Oh crap! Potty training!”, but I do think it’s all about tanking DC up with fluids, getting a sense of the time interval for when he needed to go (every 1.5h for us) and guiding him to the toilet around then. He wore a long tshirt, no pants. And no return to diapers! Pull ups only for emergent situations (eg a flight) or nighttime for a little bit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:09 PM Flag
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You can do it and they'll be ready for some accidents - he doesn't have to be perfect! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:40 PM Flag
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OP - thank you all for the encouragement! Another accident-free day today, but he resists when we make him sit in the potty. Also, we went out for about 2 hours, road in the car seat, took a walk at a park, road back home. No issues. Told me he loves big boy pants :D. (Also, tons of m&m rewards, and a promise of a new transformer if he starts telling us when he has to go). Fingers crossed! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:54 PM Flag
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Rode? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 11:54 PM Flag
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Try having him stand to pee?! Also, just want to mention that at some point they figure out when they need to pee and when they don't so if you say "time to sit on the potty" and they refuse, you'll want to accept their answer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:14 AM Flag
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I would say yes, our nanny potty trained my DS when he was just 3 yo because camp required it, she just let him run around the hour for a couple of days with no pants. She started during the week and by the weekend he was all set, we did pull-ups at night for a while just in case. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:45 AM Flag
[ - ] If your child attends NYC private, can you share and plans communicated regarding 20-21 school year? If you're comfortable sharing name of school that would be great, if not, do you mind sharing type/grades - K-12, elementary, HS, etc.? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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school is working on a variety of plans. They have communicated some of the ideas, but not the exact thing they will be doing. K-8 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:42 PM Flag
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Same - K-8, school may start earlier, too. Undecided. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:52 PM Flag
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for ours, the only thing they said for sure is that they will not start earlier, but teachers are doing 2 extra weeks, one in June and one in Aug to share what worked / didn't work, and in Aug implement new ideas. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:55 PM Flag
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OR - by "earlier" I meant aug 26- sept 1 -- not that much earlier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:11 PM Flag
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ECFS. Working on 3 models -- (1) fully back to school, normal schedule for everyone with precautions like temp checks, masks etc.; (2) hybrid model with the same precautions but limited building capacity so not all students could be in school at the same time; (3) fully remote. Seems most likely that #2 will be the one that will happen. Normal opening day (first Thursday after Labor Day). So much depends on the state rules which are not released yet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:12 PM Flag
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^^^ also, they said they know that there will be some children who will have to be remote because they or someone they live with are immune-compromised. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:21 PM Flag
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HCHS is doing something similar. Planning a variety of models, willing to be flexible for individual families. I also think the #2 scenario is most likely. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:26 PM Flag
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Same from Avenues. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:27 PM Flag
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anyone in a school where they say some grades on campus and some learn from home? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:14 PM Flag
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N-12, they are working on several different plans. Instruction will begin 8/31. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:27 PM Flag
[ - ] Wellbutrin users - tell me your experience. Did you take brand name or generic? How much? When did you start to notice changes? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:20 PM Flag
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I started generic Wellbutrin 3 weeks ago and it hasn’t kicked in yet. The first week I had insomnia, but besides that I haven’t had any other side effects. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:59 PM Flag
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NP If anyone has added Wellbutrin to Zoloft I’d love hear about that too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:34 PM Flag
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I take both and feel great. Wellbutrin counteracts the weight gain with Zoloft [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:54 PM Flag
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I take it off-label for ADD, although it probably also helped me keep my sanity during COVID. 200 mg slow-release. I noticed changes pretty much the first day, although YMMV. I take a generic, but be sure to stick with whichever brand works for you. When I switched to mail-order delivery a few months ago they gave me a different brand of generic which didn't work and kept me up all night. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:24 PM Flag
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I definitely know people who can only take brand name. For me, both resulted in intolerable anxiety. I looked great thanks to the weight loss but not worth it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 10:54 AM Flag
[ - ] Did you marry someone to whom you were not physically attracted, but otherwise were compatible with? How did that turn out? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:00 PM Flag
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Why would anyone do this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:32 PM Flag
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I did. We had amazing chemistry, he's extremely brilliant and he has a great sense of humor. It sealed the deal when I realized he was also nice to kids, dogs, and did volunteer work. I'm the lucky one in our relationship. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:47 PM Flag
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wish I could meet someone like that. Really dont care about sex much anymore. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:22 PM Flag
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I cared and still care about sex. I used to date a guy who looked like a model and the sex was meh. With DH I slept with him on the first date and it was like we were made for each other. Not attractive doesn't mean bad in bed! Also, guys like my DH are out there, you may have to "chase" them but they're 1000% hidden gems. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:14 PM Flag
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I think you misread the post--she didn't say not attractive, she said "to whom you were not physically attracted." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 04:24 AM Flag
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Interesting point [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.09.20, 02:06 PM Flag
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yes. we're solid, second marriages for both. great companions, easy to live with, wonderful support. no sex tho! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:00 PM Flag
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Lol. The last line almost made me spit out coffee [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:16 PM Flag
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its the doggone truth! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:27 PM Flag
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This sounds great to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:19 PM Flag
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OR: it's actually great. we sleep separately, so I sleep well! I take care of "myself" and have no pressure. we get along really well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:54 PM Flag
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Probably wouldn't have got to second date like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:15 PM Flag
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Better than marrying an asshole who you have great sex with IMO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:23 PM Flag
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Bad idea. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 10:06 PM Flag
[ - ] How much does it cost per window to install child window guards in NYC? Rough estimates are fine. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:00 PM Flag
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Your building should handle that. My coop sent a letter annually to ensure we all had them. I believe that is the law. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:01 PM Flag
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If my windows can be locked, do I really need window guards? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:10 PM Flag
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Legally you have to have them if there are children under 10 living there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:24 PM Flag
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Your building should do it for free but you can also buy these little dojiggies (don’t know the name) to put on your windows which keep them from opening really wide. You can get them at the hardware store for a few dollars each. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:50 PM Flag
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Do it yourself. It’s not rocket science. [ Reply | More
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Okay, but I’m wondering how much they cost. I can’t find answers online for some reason. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:34 PM Flag
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It is absolutely NYC law--your building is required to install, whether you want them or not, if you have a child under 10. My co-op installed when my son was less than 3 months old. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:33 PM Flag
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I paid $200 for Baby Bodyguards (local company) to install them, not counting materials, because I had a deadbeat landlord and was renting the whole brownstone at the time. (That was a period in our lives where we had tons of cash and no spare time - it's the opposite now and we are much happier.) Guardian Angel brand is great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 10:56 AM Flag
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The building must do it, for free, if you ask. There may be a very minor service fee. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 11:17 AM Flag
[ - ] Ugh, I hit 150 this morning. 10 pounds since Marchh 11. This is the most I've weighed since I was pregnant with dc#3. I've never been a gym bunny and my diet hasn't changed that much since quarantine--no breakfast, salad or a Daily Harvest bowl for lunch (or sometimes nothing), maybe a piece of fruit around 2:30 and then family dinner, easy on the starch, and maybe share a bottle of wine with DH. When I log food I'm usually 1200-1400 calories. Even if I go no alcohol, no grains, no sugar I'm not sure I can cut enough calories. I don't know what to do. I feel absolutely disgusting. 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 02:58 PM Flag
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I’ve gained a lot of weight but I have eaten way more than usual. Don’t think it’s going to come off very easy at all.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:18 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 06:47 PM Flag
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You are not disgusting. You are alive! This is life. I don't know how tall you are, but something sounds off if you are 150 at that calorie count. Either you are not counting calories correctly (1/2 a bottle of wine is 400-500) or you need to change the way you eat. You should try eating 3 meals (300 cals. each) plus your piece of fruit (75), a Luna bar (150) and some other drink as a sub for the wine (hot cocoa, flavored iced tea, apple cider, Snapple, Gatorade) to wind down at the end of the night. IF is not for everyone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:19 PM Flag
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^^And make sure you are exercising at least 4 times a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:19 PM Flag
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Pick a couple of these changes to implement until you get back to your goal weight: 1) have a hard-boiled egg white for breakfast to get your metabolism going; 2) limit yourself to one glass of wine at night; 3) make sure you are not eating or drinking any calories after 7 PM if possible; 4) move more, which you can accomplish by standing more, walking more, even fidgeting. Have two or three mini-dance parties per day to your favorite tunes. BTW, it seems like your eating habits are skewed to late in the day and are quite sugary in terms of the fruit and wine. Both of those things are probably hurting you. Can you focus more on lean proteins and greens for a few weeks and try to skew things earlier? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:23 PM Flag
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Read How Not to Diet. You're welcome! It'll work out [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:28 PM Flag
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I bought this book and found it fascinating - I wonder if you were the person who recommended it here. I am now eating Vegan-ish - but adding oatmeal turned out to be a problem for my waistline! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:46 PM Flag
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The grain phobia is unfounded, all high-carb populations are slimmer and healthier - read about blue zones. It's impossible to get your fiber just from fruits and vegetables - they are mostly water. You need whole grains and legumes. Whole food, no junk. And alcohol has to go [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:30 PM Flag
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That's true for people who have normal insulin responses (including I'm sure the blue zone folks), but so many Americans (myself included) are not diabetic but have really damaged responses to insulin, which makes grains really problematic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:45 PM Flag
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And how do you know this about yourself? That you have a damaged response? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 08:01 PM Flag
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IF + booze only on weekends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:31 PM Flag
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It's the alcohol. Try eliminating only that, weigh yourself in 2 weeks and see what happens. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:50 PM Flag
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this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 10:57 AM Flag
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I am you but I was eating more than usual once the quarantine hit so started eating way less, exercising and stopped drinking alcohol. my weight has been yo-yo-ing up and down by 2-4 lbs daily but today it was the lowest I’ve seen since quarantine began. I still have 17 lbs to go but I feel like I’m headed in the right direction. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:25 PM Flag
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How is your sleep? Stress? Improving both of those may help. I found I lost weight when I dropped alcohol, but I think part of that was that my sleep got much better as a result. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 04:26 PM Flag
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I gained 10 lbs too. I tried Weight Watchers but it was too hard. I've gone back to a very low-carb diet (which worked for me when I was trying to lose pregnancy weight) and finally that is working. I crave food less when I eat low-carb. So I try to eat a lot of vegetables, berries, no sugar - except for alcohol! I am not giving up my glass of wine every night, that ritual with my husband is the best part of quarantine lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 05:59 PM Flag
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A brisk daily walk [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.08.20, 12:23 AM Flag
[ - ] Has anyone being diagnosed Covid positive and asked to quarantine in the city? If you live in an apartment how does it work exactly? Are you allowed to use laundry room in the building or go down to retrieve packages? Are you allowed to walk your dog or you are not allowed at all outside of your apartment? Is there tracing by phone that's been done? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 02:50 PM Flag
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I don't think it's strictly enforced by the city, but you are not supposed to leave your apartment. Our building has requested that anyone testing positive informs the board/management company. No use of laundry room, staff will bring packages to your door and collect garbage from your door. There are also volunteers to help you with shopping if needed. Obviously things may be different in yours. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:01 PM Flag
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quarantine means you don't leave your apartment. BTDT. Ask friends to p/u drop off stuff. No, you don't go to the laundry room. No you don't get packages. Have them left at your door. If you live alone, ask a friend to help. If doorman buidling they will understand. I was ill in March pretracking. Ask whomever tested you or call the department of health [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:01 PM Flag
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Also if other people live with you and you have more than one bathroom, you should be the only person using that bathroom. Have plenty of disinfecting wipes on hand, but if you live with others you should stay in one room and not dine with family. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:04 PM Flag
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Bleach spray is much more effective than wipes. SaturateSaturday the surface and wait 10 minutes and there's no wipe to worry about disposing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 03:06 PM Flag
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No one watches (except maybe building management, if they know). I did not leave the apartment for two weeks for any reason. I had groceries delivered and a neighbor brought them to my door. A lot of handwashing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.07.20, 07:19 PM Flag
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