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[ - ] 45k/ 75k mom here. DC's friend is here on a sleepover, and she is awake now because she just threw up. Shes 4, and says she feels ok... they didn't eat anything weird tonight, and she doesn't have a fever. Her parents are out tonight, at the theater, so I can call and leave a message on their cells, but would that be silly? Obv. if she gets very sick I will, but it one throw up enough to try to reach them? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:04 PM Flag
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she just threw up again. I am kind of worried. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:09 PM Flag
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Call them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:13 PM Flag
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I have. I think their play ends in about an hour. Should I call my ped? If it were my kid I don't think I'd be terribly worried medically, but she is getting a little bit upset. Eek. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:18 PM Flag
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could throwing up be from an allergy??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:28 PM Flag
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Yes, and it is a serious reaction. does the kid have allergies? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:30 PM Flag
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not that I know of! dinner was pasta with tomato sauce and an apple for dessert. not to sound bitchy, but could it be throwing up induced from being homesick or nervous or something? She didn't seem to unhappy before she went to bed, but she hasn't slept over here before... and after the first throwing up she is certainly nervous and unhappy now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:37 PM Flag
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plus popcorn. I forgot popcorn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:39 PM Flag
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maybe popcorn with too much butter? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:47 AM Flag
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OP here... just wanted to update... my husband ended up driving to their house late last night because they never called us... they picked up their daughter and brought her to the er... she had a bad reaction to some meds they had been giving her - I don't know what. Taking care of her when she was upset makes me realize how hard it must be to be a day care worker, or someone who takes care of kids they don't know super well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 01:05 AM Flag
[ - ] If people comment about your child's negative behavior or try to correct the "bad" behavior, how do you react? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.12.08, 09:32 PM Flag
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seeth inwardly and thank them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:22 PM Flag
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Definitely. I don't like it when people try to correct it, but they are doing the right thing, so I thank them and am annoyed, but less annoyed than if they just comment on it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 03:44 AM Flag
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and then vent to anyone else who will listen, like us. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:53 AM Flag
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Well, if my children were behaving badly in public, I'd be mortified. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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yes, my children are always perfect in every way [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:37 AM Flag
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Have you honestly given thought to how bad your kid's behavior is? Most of the people I know that have this problem on a consistent basis are pretty bad at teaching their kids age appropriate behavior, they just don't recognize the problem. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:41 AM Flag
[ - ] I am the mother who talked earlier of the 3.5 yr old and bedtime tantrums and the recent marital split. I honestly don't know how to handle it. When I do remain in his bedroom, stroking his head, trying to lull him to sleep, he just won't go to sleep. The only way he eventually will, is after I leave the room, and the he starts screaming or trying to come downstairs. I absolutely hear what you all are saying, I know that this split has repercussions for my children. I just genuinely am seeking advice about what to do. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:23 PM Flag
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I have not BTDT (the divorce situation) but my instinct is this--a lot has changed for this kid in some not great ways. All kids need consistency and routine and he needs it extra & above that. So my impulse would be to establish a very consistent, loving, iron-clad routine for bedtime every night (same time, same order of events, etc.) Spend some extra time reading in bed w/ him, snuggling, talking if he wants to. And then that's it. If he comes out of bed then say "it's bedtime and we stay in bed & sleep" and put him back. Any time after that just silently walk him back--make it so there is no upside to him getting up/stalling. But this is only my opinion and I know not everyone would agree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:27 PM Flag
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thank you, I appreciate that advice, it helps, and I will try it. AT the moment all we do is end up having an argument, my little boy saying to me "you get back in here", and me saying no, I'm going downstairs", it kind of gets endless. Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:32 PM Flag
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I would get a small bed of some kind that you can put beside your bed and let him sleep there for the time being. His entire world as he has known it has ended. He's terrified. What's to keep you from disappearing too (just thinking like a kid here)? Don't bring him into your bed, but do get a bed of some kind and let him sleep nearby. GL to you both. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:47 PM Flag
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^^ and I just read that it happens when his father leaves. Have his father do his bedtime routine on those nights and tuck him in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:51 PM Flag
[ - ] Real Estate Question: If a broker showed me a rental, and then I saw the same listing posted with no fee - any issue with me going direct? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:07 PM Flag
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nope, just sucks for the broker. this is how they eat. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 01:46 AM Flag
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that is not true - there are laws that provide protection when basic human decency doesn't kick in [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:55 AM Flag
[ - ] jesus want to smash my head into a wall. 3.5 yr old is 'going through something', dad and i split 4 months ago.... in the last week my son has been a screaming manipulative mess at bedtime, it takes him hours to settle, he want me in the room, in bed beside him, and I am not going to do it. I can't. I give 100% all day, and I need a minute at night to myself, any advice? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:59 PM Flag
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So sorry to hear. Leave his room, take a deep breath, and go back in to comfort him. Sadly, you may have to come 2nd for a while as he is probably feeling that things are unstable and he can't communicate that to you. It will get better; he'll get used to the new routine. Also, he probably misses his dad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:02 PM Flag
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it always happens when dad leaves, he visits frequently usually at the end of the day, a definite routine has been established already [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:05 PM Flag
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oh come on. you and his father completely destroyed his world. yeah, he's "going through something" alright. get your selfish ass in there and comfort him. He shouldn't have to suffer a minute more than minimally necessary because you and your dh couldn't keep it together. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:05 PM Flag
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excuse me. dh decuded after 12 years that i was white and he was black and he needed to f*** women of his own race. I decided nothing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:06 PM Flag
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usually what i do is put him in bed at 7.45, and his bedtime ritual (with me involved) goes on for over an hour before I try to leave. So, I hardly dump him in there, I love my children so much and work incredibly hard to help them through this period [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:08 PM Flag
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oh, so clearly there's no anger and resentment issue on your part that he is obviously picking up on. that's good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:09 PM Flag
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actually i am not angry toward dad, i am really focussed on moving forward, and now the dust has settled I am feeling pretty happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:10 PM Flag
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good for you, don't listen to the snarky posts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:31 AM Flag
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mean response! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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maybe you can get a sitter for a few hours during the day, so you can take a nap and be refreshed to handle the night time battle. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:28 AM Flag
[ - ] I think there is one very angry person out there who is bitter about not getting anderson. her posts posing as a crazy anderson mom are no longer even believable. 50 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.12.08, 08:18 PM Flag
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Bitter? Moi? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:54 PM Flag
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ANDERSON IS ALL HYPE ONLY LOSERS SEND THEIR KIDS THERE> [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:59 PM Flag
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Exhibit A. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:07 PM Flag
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I MEANT TO SAY LOSERS THAT COULDN"T GET INTO A REAL SCHOOL!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:10 PM Flag
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Exhibit B [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:12 PM Flag
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what is a real school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 04:42 AM Flag
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I've said this all along. I couldn't agree more. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:23 PM Flag
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agree. all these posts about wabting a class list, want personal time with culot, donna, etc [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 03:35 AM Flag
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it's not one angry person. every year there are crazy anderson parents who post during the whole admissions process. unfortunately, that school tends to attract complete lunatics for whatever reason. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:27 AM Flag
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You are crazy. A few hundred families applied and the 50 chosen were by lottery this year. I just think that the majority of crazy NYC Moms are on UB. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:33 AM Flag
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look, i don't have a dog in this fight. i just happen to have been on the schools board off an on for longer than this admissions season, and every year the majority of mean, crazy posts have come from the anderson moms. whether it's about donna, "divergent thinkers," onsites--you name it, they have an opinion that they can't help posting over and over and over. they tend to be the ranters. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 05:38 AM Flag
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so is it safe to say that the new incoming anderson parents are as sane as anyone else who went through the lottery? or do you think they will be corruptd. I think its the former. the nuts will be quieted down, because they will need to get a long [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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This is totally untrue. I've been on this board for 5 years and I don't recall any of these Anderson moms. Lord. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:50 PM Flag
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sorry, but you must have been asleep at the wheel. see "acting like lunatics" post below, which confirms my post above. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:22 AM Flag
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I'd agree if the angry Anderson mom posts had just started after the letters came out, but Anderson parents have been freaks on this board for the whole year I've been here....come to think of it, they were acting like lunatics back when I was applying my DS for preschool three years ago. I think this year they are very bent out of shape about the lottery thing. They believe their school is special because of the kind of kids it accepts, and that was removed this year when the DOE took over and put a lottery in place. I can understand their feelings and I think it's the minority of Anderson parents but I do think there are some freaky birds int hat bunch. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:06 AM Flag
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np: I feel that way about parents who post about all schools on UB - public and private. Freaky NYC parents with their darling, darling children. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:13 AM Flag
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Really? IMO the freaky posters are the Brearley posters and PS 9 G&T posters (this year only for PS 9) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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see. there you go making this into a ps9 thing. I think i was with you until that point. we are at ps9, and agree that anderson is getting overly bashed. but don't blame us. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:34 AM Flag
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they always do that. its because they are not nice to their neighbors, and the guilt makes them paranoid. : ) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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I didn't mean to make it into a PS 9 thing at all. I just noticed this year a lot of crazy PS 9 posters (or it could be just one) writing about how this year's PS 9 K kids had much better test scores than Anderson's and so they were better. Also posts on how much they want to kick Anderson out of PS 9. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:51 AM Flag
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np: I read those posts, and felt they were usually part of a discussion about the onsite, picking the best and brightest, or they were informational when people asked about ps9, and comparing it with anderson. It may well be true that a greater number of high scorers ended up at ps9. so what? both are good schools with smart kids. I like having anderson in the school, btw. both schools have committed parents, nice and smart kids, and both schools contribute to making the place a great place for your kid to go everyday. why fight over any of this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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wow! a sane UBer! Can we be friends? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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np: I haven't seen any PS9 posts for weeks. it is all Anderson at this point. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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chapin and spence seem worse to me. always the wannabes, IMO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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Okay, Brearley Mom. Just can't give it a rest can you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:12 AM Flag
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Wannabes in terms of what? Spence was our fc. Dd got in and is very happy there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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There are hardly any Spence moms on this board. Which speaks volumes for the school, IMO. And no, my dd does not go there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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hmmm...2 pro-spence posts back to back? seems someone is working this angle a bit too hard. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:05 PM Flag
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It's abundantly clear that your dd was dinged, hence your need to axe grind. Pathetic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:25 PM Flag
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I have a ds. nice try. please play again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:40 PM Flag
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Even MORE pathetic. Why weigh in on something that has absolutely NOTHING to do with you?!? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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its what we do here on Ub. surely you know that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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OMG! there were some really nasy anderson moms on here when placements came out. I have been shocked at the level of aggresiveness of these public school moms around the whole G&T thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:04 AM Flag
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What are you drinking? All the nastiness came from the people who didn't get into Anderson! Then once in a while an Anderson mom with some guts stood up to say blow it out your bung hole. Thank god. I'm amazed at the garbage I've read spewing all over Anderson. It's absurd. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:55 PM Flag
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ita. and i think the people who got in this year are already defensive and starting to act crazy and mean themselves. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:16 AM Flag
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I think they were put on the defensive by posters who were jealous and mean to them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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ITA! Have even seen in in real life. amazing what envy will do to people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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Yes, I agree. We're a new Anderson family and I'm blown away by the hostility. Completely blown away. Now I can't wait to just get to the school and leave all these jealous b--- behind. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:57 PM Flag
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ha-ha! be careful what you wish for! the anderson b&tches are the absolute worst. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:24 AM Flag
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wishful thinking [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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I don't understand any of this. DD was accepted to Anderson, no big deal. But once I researched the teachers and realized how little experience the majority of them actually have, and spoke to several 5th graders -- totally unimpressive, all of them -- we chose another school. who cares? to each their own... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 07:56 AM Flag
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how is your disparaging post relevant to the subject at hand? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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Anderson is special. Believe it or not. and among public schools, it is a jewel. this is due to the hard work over the years of parents and administrators who have created a wonderful school. we are glad to have this opportunity for our dc, and feel very, very fortunate. i really don't care about the craziness here. we are lucky, and so is our dc. nothing is a lock in life, but I am usually happy when I am moving in the right direction. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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That's the myth. In the end it is just as special many other public schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 04:25 PM Flag
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Perhaps as some other schools, but there are very few that compare. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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It is so rare for a parent to actually research a school and talk to parents and kids who are graduating - you get a lot of credit. Which school did you pick for your child instead? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 05:50 AM Flag
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My DD got into Anderson. I'm not paying attention to the Anderson bashers on UB. WTF is wrong with these people? Here's hoping that the 2008-9 Anderson K parents will be normal and sane. Fingers crossed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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I'm with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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I'm with you too. See you in September. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 08:58 PM Flag
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me too. see you in september. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:20 AM Flag
[ - ] i was just diagnosed with modest growth hormone deficiency? am 42 yo. dr said not to take replacement shots, to ignore it. will get a second opinion, but anyone experience this? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:03 PM Flag
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I was told that the hormone replacement therapies had more serious risks than the hormone deficiency itself, so I did not take any treatments. But I was told to start bone density testing on a regular basis. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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hmmm. what kind of risks? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:08 PM Flag
[ - ] of riverdale country day and fieldston, which one is more laid back, more academic, more diverse etc. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:00 PM Flag
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Well, the overall, outright elitism at Riverdale makes the great curriculum a bit less palatable and the culture scheme is very monotonous.. Fieldston is more visibly diverse, also academically strong. Attend the tours. Riverdale campus is more seductive, if you tour the lower; Fieldston campus encompasses entire student body. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 11:57 PM Flag
[ - ] what are some ways to become a happier person? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:59 PM Flag
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stop caring what other people think. I think it would free my mind of so many concerns and so much stress if I did. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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remind yourself that life is short [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:29 AM Flag
[ - ] I have not been around UB so much since the changes, is it always this slow on a Sat. night, the board used to be hopping? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:51 PM Flag
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it's always slow. period. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:43 PM Flag
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i find this new format makes it impossible to even track what people are saying, it's carp [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:26 PM Flag
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youbemom.com is more interesting than this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:36 PM Flag
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yup, it's a fish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:14 PM Flag
[ - ] My house is so much messier on weekend with dh home. I married a boy. Such a petty complaint but can't he please pick up a bit after himself or the kids. Anyone else in my shoes? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:46 PM Flag
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more surprised by who isn't in your shoes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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so true; I often compare dh to some of my friends dh's and mine seems more on the lazy end [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:50 PM Flag
[ - ] Spinning off from the remote travel post, what's the most exotic vacation you've been on with dcs? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:38 PM Flag
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Montreal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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Milwaukee [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:51 PM Flag
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Central American interior and coasts. Bora Bora. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:53 PM Flag
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np: Love Bora Bora (and Moorea, Riatea, and Tahaa) but NOT bringing dc there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:55 PM Flag
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israel [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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new zealand -- south island in a campervan [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:51 PM Flag
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Paris to Prague by overnight train in a too-small cabin when he was 20 months old older dc was 7, and cross-country from LA to NYC when he was 18 months old (and older dc was same age, 7). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:00 PM Flag
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a farm in the andes. ;) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:06 PM Flag
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sri lanka and india at 1.5 years. was fine. Got my kid used to indian food in advance which helped, and was careful about water. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:25 PM Flag
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the minnesota state fair [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:23 PM Flag
[ - ] Thank you notes for newborn presents are many, many weeks late. When I send them out, do I acknowledge the lateness/offer an explanation? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:22 PM Flag
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don't worry, everyone understands that you've been very busy... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:22 PM Flag
[ - ] I have a friend who recently was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. She is going to be starting chemo in a couple of weeks and I'd really like to visit her, but she lives in New Zealand and it would be really hard, financially and otherwise, for me to go ($2,000 airfare + need to find childcare for a whole week). Anyone gone through something like this (as a patient) who could give me advice. I don't know how helpful/wanted I would be, but don't want to offer unless I am sure I could do it. FWIW, this is a very old friend I grew up with, not someone I talk to that often, but one of my oldest, dearest friends nonetheless. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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i have just finished chemo and radiation, and can tell you that it was tremendously helpful to have a friend come with me to treatments and even to doctor visits. there is so much information to take in, and when your mind is whirling it's great to have a second set of eyes and ears. that said, the process is quite manageable with all the great meds, so it's all doable, even alone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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Research cancer and skin care, then send a basket. Some of the most frustrating side effects are the rashes and dry skin. And they get such more attention from the medical community. Everyone knows about the nausea, the exhaustion, the nausea...no one discusses the skin. You can help her with this aspect and make her more comfortable while she recovers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:20 PM Flag
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OP: That's a nice idea. Can you recommend any products in particular? FWIW, she is having taxotere and cytoxan. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:31 PM Flag
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There is a line that the American Cancer Society endorses. I got products from a dermatologist. Now, I can't compare the US to NZ. But in the US, it can be very hard to get a medical appointment with a dermatologist. So many are only doing cosmetic work these days. So to have some things on hand may be a lifesaver to begin with. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:33 PM Flag
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find out her chemo protocol/schedule... if her treatments are weeks apart, you may not be able to stay to see her through more than one treatment. better to email/call often to check on her, and send along a thoughtful gift. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:25 PM Flag
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She is doing 4 cycles, 3 weeks apart each. I would definitely only be able to go for one cycle. Thinking of going for the 2nd one, as the timing works better for me. Also, her dh is around a lot, only works part-time, so she would definitely have someone with her at all times, but I was just thinking it might cheer her up to have an old friend around. That said, it would be a HUGE undertaking for me to make it happen. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:30 PM Flag
[ - ] Where did you have you 5 yo DSs birthday party? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.12.08, 07:07 PM Flag
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The Intrepid- it was pretty cool [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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How much did that cost? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:24 PM Flag
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About $1000 for everything......I think the adults enjoyed it more that the kids though....probably better for a 10 yo than a 5 yo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:46 PM Flag
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I think it's closed for repairs [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 10:16 PM Flag
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one kid's party we painted pottery. my other dc we hired a magician to our apt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:54 PM Flag
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My mother's house [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:55 PM Flag
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my backyard. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:10 PM Flag
[ - ] Are you happy? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.12.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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i am relatively content, given my situation [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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What is your situation? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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dh died 6 mos ago, and i was diagnosed w breast cancer just after. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:05 PM Flag
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I'm sorry. I wish you happiness. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:06 PM Flag
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thank you. for now, contentment and peace; later, perhaps, happiness again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:07 PM Flag
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you are a better woman than I. My problems are far less and I don't think I could describe myself as peaceful and content. What's your secret? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:13 PM Flag
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i get a lot of strength from my dcs, friends, and family. i take it one day at a time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:14 PM Flag
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good for you. I wish you all the best. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:16 PM Flag
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Your posts are very inspirational. Prayers and thoughts are with you. I faced a brain aneurysm a year ago, funny how facing death changes things. Very best to you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:43 PM Flag
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how old are you, may i ask? have you always been so calm and strong? my prayers are with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:52 PM Flag
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i am 50. i have always been "low-key" and grounded. it takes a lot to rattle me, especially now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 02:27 PM Flag
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no. dh doesn't want more kids and i am absolutely depressed over it. fighting with him for 2 yrs over this, killing our marriage. and now i'm 40 and am running out of time. i am the unhappiest person i know. on the outside, i am the picture of perfect. if only everyone knew. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:50 PM Flag
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boy are you me! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:39 AM Flag
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No. Very depressed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:52 PM Flag
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most of us don't have a good enough reason to be depressed, life is too short. Look at all these old ladies who can barely walk and take all these meds. One day it will be us, looking back on our lives, and what would we say - that in the days when we were (relatively) young, healthy, and pretty, we were DEPRESSED? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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this is such an ignorant statement. depression in many cases is not a choice. it's biological. do people have a good enough reason to have migraines, or lupus, or ms or any other debilitating illness which comes and goes? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 02:25 PM Flag
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yes. ds got into anderson! i can't wait for september 2!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 02:27 PM Flag
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