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[ - ] I work flex time, 7mo pregnant with #2. #1 is 2 yrs old. DH taking the Bar Exam this month, so he's stressed out. I feel so depressed and tired all the time. Is it going to get better? Give me some hope. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:04 AM Flag
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You have a lot on your plate. What other supports do you have? Friends? Family? Hired help? Use them. You and dh can't be everything to each other because you're both maxed out. Hang in there! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:06 AM Flag
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oh, it will totally get better! bar exam will be over soon, and then dh will be more available. you're in the home stretch with #2. and remember, nothing's permanent, it just feels that way. hang in there! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:07 AM Flag
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It will definitely get better. DH will soon be a practicing lawyer, your 2 year old will be in pre-school, and you'll be able to focus some time on your newborn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:12 AM Flag
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OP: Thank you. I keep telling myself, I just have to make it to August. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:16 AM Flag
[ - ] Want to take 3.5 y/o to Florida for a 4-5 day vacation. Any suggestions on where to stay? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.11.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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Florida is a pretty big state..... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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Miami area, I guess. Just looking for a good hotel with beach, kid friendly. I have no clue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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Orlando would be good [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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Disney! Great age (we are going with our almost 4yr old) and have taken our other dd at 3 yr old. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:33 AM Flag
[ - ] DH is gone with the kids on vacation for two weeks (he's SAHD and I don't have any vacation time left). I must say somehow I love it! I miss them but I don't really miss all the stress and work and expenses that come with having kids. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.11.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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wow nice! I'm jealous! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:54 AM Flag
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don't you still have expenses for them even if they're on vacation? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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they are at his parents' place [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:59 AM Flag
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ahhh... nice that they pay for everything, mine don't! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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That's nice! Enjoy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:56 AM Flag
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OMG, enjoy yourself! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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you are the opposite of me - i am taking kids to my mom's for a month; dh will join for last week - i will also have to work as much as possible while i am there. It's fun, but he is still getting better end of the deal (and complaining about having to take care of the DOG btw...) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:12 AM Flag
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you are me! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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Lucky you! You've just given me another reason to be envious of my dh when he's home hanging and I'm visiting my folks in Fla with the db. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:14 AM Flag
[ - ] what's the name(s) of the website that sells discounted designer bags/shoes? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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bluefly? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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you can "borrow" bags at bag, borrow and steal, they have a website [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:11 AM Flag
[ - ] Gift idea please for 1 year old baby girl? Will spend between $50-$100. thanks v much! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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elegantbaby.com cable knit blanket with monogram - they are great: good sized, soft, stretchy, pretty, good quality [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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thanks! i checked it out, very cute stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:13 AM Flag
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glad you like it - thanks for responding! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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I've received really cute gifts from Chasing Fireflies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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If you go the toy route, the Maclaren umbrella stroller with a little doll would be nice. Anything Melissa & Doug is typically nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:17 AM Flag
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thanks all [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:33 AM Flag
[ - ] For non-SAHM, how often are you alone with 2 or more dcs (especially young ones)? DH is working nights all week, and all-day Saturday, and I'm exhausted from a huge work project and breastfeeding and the night wakings and tantrums of a 2-year-old. It seems a lot to do four bedtimes alone in a row and a whole weekend day (2yo doesn't nap) but maybe I'm just being weak. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.11.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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I only have one dc but I feel for you--when he was first born my dh stayed home with us for one week and then went back to work 9am-10pm every day, I was at the end of my rope. I am back at work now and I know how hard it can be. Can you get a relative or friend to come spend the day, take the 2 year old to the park? Hang in there you are doing a great job! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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no way are you weak! that's hard! just keep in mind that it's not forever. you can do it. good luck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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I'm a WAHM, but my DH works a weird shift that he doesn't see 1 year old DD for days at a time and I'm on my own before and after work hours. I feel your pain. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:18 AM Flag
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Never call yourself weak for taking care of 2 (or 3?) little ones, holding down a full-time job, and not living in an extended family, which I will assume you're not. We are incredibly overburdened in this society. Sounds like you have an overwhelming job, I feel for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:39 AM Flag
[ - ] Has anyone seen "South Pacific" (or other show at the Vivian Beaumont)? I have a chance to buy scalped tix, but they're in the loge, in a side sections -- too terrible? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.11.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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they're fine, but I would never by scalped tix [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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I never have, but two different friends have raved and raved, so I think I'm going to splurge. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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just wait and buy the actual legal tix [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:56 AM Flag
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They're sold out for months! It's not illegal -- this is through legit ticket broker. By the time I could go through box office, the original stars will be long gone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:06 AM Flag
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ok then, then don't call them scalped [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:06 AM Flag
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Yes ma'am! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:45 AM Flag
[ - ] My ds is 3.2 at home is quite chatty plays with brother for hrs making up games. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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<< but at school this past year he didn't want to talk to other children and was a displine. I rarely have problems with him. should I get an eval? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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I would try a different school - it may not have been a good match for him. He may have been too young as well. I wouldn't worry yet - talk to the school and see how the next year goes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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social anxiety? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:56 AM Flag
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op: he has begun chewing on his hands in new settings and tells me he doesn't want to talk. the second we get to the car he talks no stop about what we just did. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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maybe needs more encouragement to be social [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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that's what I think but it was such a bad school year I'm worried [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 09:34 AM Flag
[ - ] Are helicopters to the Hamptons only for the rich? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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The Hamptons are only for the rich [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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not true [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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You're not from NYC are you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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Actually lived here 20 yrs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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bpp then [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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showing our true colors this AM, are we? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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How original! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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Way to show your class! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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can none of you take a joke? honestly, I give up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:50 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone chart their temps? just had a miscarriage and not sure if the first day of the miscarriage wouldve counted as day 1 of my new cycle or the first day i stopped bleeding is day 1. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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i think you would keep charting both the m/c and the resulting bleeding as a continuation of the original cycle, then start a new cycle on the first day of your next period. i'm sorry for your loss. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:54 AM Flag
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I'm sorry for your loss. I charted for both kids. While I never had a m/c, I think to be accurate, you should wait until first period after you've stopped bleeding from m/c. Your temperatures will not be accurate until your hormone levels adjust themselves again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:57 AM Flag
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i agree. i might chart just to know when im ovulating so i know my period is on the way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:03 AM Flag
[ - ] I want to sign my kdis up for after school classes for the fall...4yo. Any good ideas for upper west side? My ds is really into sports. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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many options - Rutgers Church, Kidville, Super Soccer, JCC, Little Gym, Discovery, all fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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NY kids club, baseball center, columbus preschool & gym, karate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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Rutgers Church? That is so near me! What do they have? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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Less expensive than other options. Soccer, I think also multisports (they have gym in the basement) aslo arts & crafts, dance, drama, etc. The program is called body & spirit, google on line and you will get an idea. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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cool, thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
[ - ] Ok, I'm doing a toy clean out. My dd is 4. There are a lot of things I want to get rid of that she just doesn't play with anymore. Is it better to do it while she is at camp or is that too sneaky? I know she will notice eventually that some things are missing. Should I be doing this with her and talking to her about it? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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That depends on your dd. I've done both - went through the toy box with my dcs - less toys were thrown out. And threw stuff out when they weren't home or were asleep - they did notice that things were missing or would say what happened to my so and so - eventually they moved on to something else. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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what did you say when they asked where the missing toys were? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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np I would just dodge the question "I think it must be around her somewhere" or "I haven't seen that in awhile" etc. She forgot about it soon enough [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:59 AM Flag
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OR - exactly. And sometimes I even help them look for it. They move on eventually - the never had a complete meltdown. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 09:30 AM Flag
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Put it in a box now. When she gets home tell her is she wants to, she can save two from the Goodwill Truck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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We're moving and I just went through this process with 4yo. I did it when he was in the room and gave him a head's up on everything I was giving away. He was cool with 90% of it and I was fine keeping the other 10% that I would have given away. If that process didn't work, I was planning to box up all the things I thought he wouldn't miss and keep them for 2-3 weeks to make sure there wasn't anything he missed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:38 AM Flag
[ - ] Can anyone recommend a stylish daiper/stroller bag? Stroller is the Bugaboo Cameleon in beige. TIA! 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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TTC 07.11.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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now I have heard everything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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What do you mean? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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matching a diaper bag to a stroller. lol. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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Doesn't have to be perfect match...just looking for something nice. First time mom and don't know where to start...any ideas? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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whereever you got the Bug will have diaper bags. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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It's a little like saying you got a new sofa and want shoes to match. Or a new car and want a purse to match. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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just get a skip hop and call it a day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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I like my LeSportsac diaper bag [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:49 AM Flag
[ - ] Did you work out yet today? What did you do? 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.11.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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no, but taking dc swimming in a little while, and that is a workout in and of itself. plus I will work out later tonight [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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going to the gym right now for a cardio session... bye! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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30 minute cardio [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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yup...about 25 miles on a bike, then 45 minute circuit training (heavy bag/jump rope/push ups/abs [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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you must be a sahm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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nope. I get up at 5:30 and exercise before work [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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I can still only do a 1/2 an hour - I have to be at work at 7 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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I don't have to be in until 9 and I have a 15 minute commute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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wow, I'm impressed. Ok, I have no excuse for being a slug. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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How long does it take to ride 25 miles on a bike? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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a little over an hour [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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Awesome! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 11:53 AM Flag
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Yes, 1/2 and hour on the precor [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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not yet. Will run tonight and in the morning [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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Not yet. Will go for a run when office closes at 1;00. Gotta love summer Fridays! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:04 AM Flag
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My new couch to 5k routine - LOVE IT! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:33 AM Flag
[ - ] HELP*********** Need a large cake for tonight. Where to get in Manhattan?? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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Food Emporium [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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thx which one? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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Any as far as I know they all do cakes. Check their website for the one closest to you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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they are not going to be able to get a large cake done by tonight. All OP can do is buy a cake from the display and those are usually onle 1/4 sheet in size. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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how large? for how many people? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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@ 30 people. not sure how large that should be [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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what neighborhood? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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carvel or emac and bolios [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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where's emac and bolios [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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UWS. this is an ice cream place [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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there is also one on UES (1st Ave) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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If you are close to UWS, try Soutine. Their cakes are awesome,. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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mmmmmmm.....caaaaake...... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:54 AM Flag
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Try Amy's Bread. I know there's one on Bleeker street but they do have a couple of locations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:34 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone have any experience with a very gassy 3 month old? I pump and give breast milk. He just seems so uncomfortable, and is passing gas constantly. Mylicon seems to only help mildly. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:19 AM Flag
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might try keeping a food diary to see if anything you are eating is contributing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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if he as gas constantly its unlikey to be soemthign she is eating [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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have you tried gripe water? It was great for my kids. Just put some in the nipple of a bottle and dc will suck it right out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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have you tried switching bottles? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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OP: interesting... Any suggestions? we are using dr. brown's now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 11:44 AM Flag
[ - ] my robot vacuum is totally freaking out! 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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Are they any good? I was tempted to get one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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i didn't want one (it was a gift) but now i like it. it's good for the weeks when the cleaning lady doesn't come, and it definitely does a good job of getting the floor clean. it's been a little buggy, though, and sometimes starts running around in spastic circles, like this morning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 08:05 AM Flag
[ - ] has anyone been to the frederick fekkai salon in greenwich??? i just scheduled a cut with paulo. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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No but I've been to the Warren Tricomi and found it to be outrageously (underline OUTRAGEOUSLY) overpriced. I started going to Salon Shahin in Stamford and get better cuts for 1/2 the price. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.11.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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