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[ - ] How would you react on a date if the guy picked up clams on the half shell and tilted his head, sliding them in directly from the shell? this happened to me and I was freaked out by lack of etiquette. am I too uptight about manners? 25 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:16 PM Flag
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was it a super-fancy restaurant? if not, like if it was a Docks-type place, i think it's fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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in between. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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That's a traditional way to eat oysters and clams. But, if I was at Daniel or another type of high-etiquette restaurant I might not like it. How were his manners, otherwise? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:21 PM Flag
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i would think that it's a bit sexy, no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:23 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:29 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:33 PM Flag
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Why crass? How do you eat oysters, is there any other way? I hate clams and usually use fork for mussels but always suck on the oysters. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 07:17 AM Flag
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Were these clams on the half shell or did he reach into a bowl of bouillabaisse? Cause if the former, that is how he should have eaten them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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Agreed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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yes, you are uptight. That is the normal way to eat claims on the half shell. I would find it odd if a man used the dainty little fork to eat claims on the half shell. And I'm from New England where claims on the half shell are served everywhere. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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Is that how they spell 'clams' in New England? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 03:38 PM Flag
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that is the correct way to eat them. I would say you are very uptight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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this is a perfectly acceptable way to eat them - i'd say you aren't up on your etiquette honestly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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ITTA. Hilarious that she was judging HIM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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np: Whew. I thought I was going crazy, b/c I thought that is how one ate them! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 09:01 PM Flag
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If the clams were on the half shell (as you said) and preshucked (loose) so that he didn't have to slurp, then he was perfectly correct in sliding them into his mouth. The little fork is for fishing meat out of shellfish, i.e. lobster/crab claws, steamed mussels not to use like a fork in your mouth - that' s what I was taught in finishing school. Hope that helps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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This would pretty much be a turn on for me if I was into the guy. This is how they are eaten. I can't stand men who are over the top polite with fork and knife only when dining. You'd want him to eat ribs and chicken wings with fork & knife? I want a man who can dig in and chew the bone! Suck the clam! YOu know he's more likely to be interested and good at going downtown and that's a very important quality. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 02:06 PM Flag
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This is hilarious. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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TU! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:54 PM Flag
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I'm a little freaked out by your cluelessness. It is perfectly appropiate to eat clams on the half shell this way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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Agree, it's the only way if you like to put all the crap on them! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:48 PM Flag
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I wouldn't think twice about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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This was posted YESTERDAY. (You can tell by clicking on options.) So, let's quit replying, OK? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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I thougth it was old and reposted! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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it is still funny. It shows how slow it is around here & that we are bored. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 07:02 PM Flag
[ - ] OP: thx, but no nightgowns. 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:15 PM Flag
[ - ] Margot is my favorite name. How about Margot Molly? Margot Sara doesn't go well together IMO 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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I think Margot Sara go together, MUCH better than Margot Molly, too sing-songy. I agree that Margot is a fabulous name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:17 PM Flag
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Don't like either as a middle name for Margot; I think a name starting with a vowel sound might work better [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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how about Margot Amanuelle [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:24 PM Flag
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actually, I kind of like that! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:26 PM Flag
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Really don't like Margot Molly. Margot Sara is better. But something else maybe? Margot Noelle? Margot Louise? Margot Therese? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:27 PM Flag
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or maybe Margot Catherine Louise Marie [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:33 PM Flag
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like Margot Louise [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 08:20 PM Flag
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Margot Elizabeth, Margot Anne, Margot Marie [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 08:19 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm just back to UB from a year or so 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:12 PM Flag
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and find the message boards to be much more labor intensive. YOu have to scroll to the bottom of your page to enter a post? You have to check "relevant topics" before posting? Did they want to minimize the board postings for some reason? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:13 PM Flag
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You can just hit "new post" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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truly, it's not what it used to be. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:14 PM Flag
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it used to be lively, fun. not so much anymore [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:16 PM Flag
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Way too much obsession with school issues. Yawn. Not nearly enough drama. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 01:03 AM Flag
[ - ] What's a terrific toy for a 19mo girl? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:12 PM Flag
[ - ] Any suggestions for 100% cotton adorable nightgowns for 2 YO DD? Expensive is fine. Thx. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:10 PM Flag
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Hannah Anderson catalog has very cute pjs. Not extremely pricey, but I know they have a good reputation for quality. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:14 PM Flag
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I have a DD and never dressed her in nightgown. SO uncomfortable, and gets all tangled. PJ short or pants and a shirt much cozier! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:17 PM Flag
[ - ] due with #2 any minute, #1 is almost 4. What new stuff do I need to know? (eg something about some bottles/pacifiers being poisonous?? something about microwave being bad?) 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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yep, plastic can leach a carcinogen, bisphenol-A, esp. when heated. my LC told me to stop heat sterilizing or switch to glass, if yo ucan find it and if you're not afraid of #1 breaking it. or, i use a non-heat sanitizing system (Lotus Sanitizer, Sur La Table carries it). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:08 PM Flag
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hmm thanks. so what do I do with pump parts (which are plastic) ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:11 PM Flag
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not sure...hence the non-heat sanitizer (i also use it on toys & stuff like that). sorry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:15 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone cancel their vacation this summer due to the economy? Was just reading in the NYT that many people are doing this. Not me! I'm psychotic without a vacation 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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opposite -- we cancelled because dh working too much. sucks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:09 PM Flag
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nope, but i also hear that many are doing this. we own a beach house and rent it out occasionally through VRBO.com -- TONS of people have been contacting us to rent, so more people heading to the hamptons than we thought would be [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:12 PM Flag
[ - ] good night 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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Night, night [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:03 PM Flag
[ - ] Can you recommend a good dentist in nyc? Dh was told that he needs to have his tooth pulled and we need a second opinion. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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dr. richard wolff on east 75th. been going to him for YEARS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:06 PM Flag
[ - ] My mother wants to buy me a stroller for when db is born. Live in elevator building but would like something that folds easily as live in Manhattan. Any suggestions? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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mclaren [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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snap n go at first for the car seat to fit into then a lightweight maclaren [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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ITA. signed mclaren poster above [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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we had graco metrolite with the carseat and were very happy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:07 PM Flag
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either a mac techno or get the stroller with the car seat (graco snug ride and snug rider with a mac triumph or volo) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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agree with Mac techno. and if you choose this stroller, you don't need another one, ever. signed mom of a 4yo who is just about to toss mine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:32 PM Flag
[ - ] need a great gift for my moms 50th bday. will spend 200. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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wow, your mom is only 50 years old? you're lucky!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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yeah!!!im 29. she had me young. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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how about one night in a hotel in the city (probably have to spend more than $200) for her and a friend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:02 PM Flag
[ - ] if your dh does, how much does he drink after work. my dh has at least 4 or 5 beers after work. never drunk but im wondering if its too much. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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4 or 5 beers after work is definitely a lot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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my dh drinks about 3 drinks/night. "they" say anything more than 2 is too much. he has struggled with drinking issues so 2-3 is a good night. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:54 PM Flag
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We both usually have a cocktail before dinner (mine is probably lighter than his) or he has a glass of wine. Sometimes a second, but that's it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:30 PM Flag
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dh only has a beer after work about once a week or so, and its usually one beer. 4-5 sounds like a lot to me... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:38 PM Flag
[ - ] do you think a 7 and 9 year old are too young to go to israel, egypt and jordan? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:50 PM Flag
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By themselves? They must really be getting on your nerves! j/k. What is your concern? Exposing them to violence? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:53 PM Flag
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assuming they will be flying by themselves only once! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:58 PM Flag
[ - ] where can i get cute, not expensive jersey knit cotton maternity dresses? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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Try Gap Maternity. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:26 PM Flag
[ - ] Have 5 hrs to kill in the 60s near Central Park tomorrow. Any ideas how to spend the time? Where to eat? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.20.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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east or west side? west side - time warner ctr. east side - bloomies (eat at David Burke), crate & barrel, barneys [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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Carousel, Heckscher Park in Central Park, Zoo, Movies, Gracious Home near Lincoln Ctr. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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dc in tow or alone? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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If alone: go to AMC movie theater at Broadway 67th and watch "Mamma Mia" (2 hours), have lunch at Nougatine at 1 CPW (Vongerichten), a mani and pedi anywhere on UWS or browse bookstores Barnes & Noble at 66. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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If it's not too warm go to the rooftop garden on Fordham Law School.The students are very friendly. It's on the northwest side of 60th and 9th ave. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 06:59 PM Flag
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R? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 07:02 PM Flag
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OP: Sorry! Will be with 5yo DC. Thx, all. Keep them coming, because we'll have at least 3 days of hours to fill up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 08:03 PM Flag
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zoo, fao schwartz, sony wonder lab, carousel, bway show on wed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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That's a great location. VICTORIAL GARDENS! Other people named my other ideas. Bring a bathing suit for hechshler playground, and sunblock for victorian gardens. You can eat at Sarabeth's, FAO Schwarz or the zoo. And, look up Central Park Sandbox concerts and stories. They are free twice a day around the park. One might work out for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:22 AM Flag
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at most places can you just walk in for a pedicure? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:02 AM Flag
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it's going to be brutally hot tomorrow- of to the museum of nat history [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:04 AM Flag
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