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[ - ] for anyone around 5'4"-- how much do you weigh, and are you happy with that weight? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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5'4", weigh 125. Goal is 118. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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5'5", weight 150, goal is 135 (would have been 125 when I was 20, but now at 40+...) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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5' 3 1/2" 108lbs. Happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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I'm 5'4 (pg now) but usually am 150 and large frame (like a line backer). I love myself at this weight. I look taller than I am and feel very comfortable at this weight [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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That's pretty large for that height. You're really happy at that weight? I'm that height and I was 150 too a year ago. I was NOT happy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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maybe OR is built differently [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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even with a large build/large bones, I think 150 is pretty high for 5'4". And I'm not rabid about skinniness like some of the crazies on here. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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I posted below at 138 no one would call me fat (except maybe my FIL) but I am very close to it. I am small boned. I think large bones and maybe muscle could be the difference between me and 150 woman. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:08 AM Flag
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I'm 5'2" and was was pretty happy at 150 (size 6/8) my forever goal is 120, but right now I am 8 months pg so 150 seems like a dream. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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How are you a 6/8 at 5'2 and 150 when I am a 6 at 5'7 and 130? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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5'2 139 -- goal 115 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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5'3.5" I was 138 but I am pg now, I am very unhappy at that weight and it is all in my middle. I have been happiest, looked my best and healthiest at 118. Any thing under that for me and I lose my boobs and look a little ana. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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5'4" here too--wouldn't want to be a lb under 118. I agree that looks gross. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:13 AM Flag
[ - ] Is there such a thing as a padded nursing bra? I would prefer not to show my nipples to all of Manhattan. Also any recs for good nursing tanks or other stuff for easy access? I have nothing to wear post baby! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.10.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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there are things you can use to hide yourself. i wore target nursing tanks which I loved,then would wear them under cardigans in winter or blousey type shirts in warmer weather, so I always had a cover up. I stopped nursing a year ago and still wear the tanks to bed since I found them so comfortable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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i wear VS's Ipex bras (no underwire, light padding) and just lift my breast out. Works fine once you are past the super awkward stage of nursing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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Try Destination Maternity they have padded nursing bras and they seem to be ok. Also if you leak you will have pads on anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:17 AM Flag
[ - ] so pissed. quit drinking 2 weeks ago and I haven't lost any weight! last time I quit I lost 8 pounds in one month 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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how much are you drinking? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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were? about 4 cocktails a night [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:45 AM Flag
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I lost 30 lbs this year drinking wine every night. Although 4 cocktails a night is a lot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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I haven't changed my diet, just cut out the booze. Were you on a wine diet? ;-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:51 AM Flag
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no, but I admit I saved 250-300 cals a day for wine!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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how many ounces is that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:57 AM Flag
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about 12 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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What type of diet did you do? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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I didn't really do a program, but I did use a site called sparkpeople.com to log everything I ate and I attempted to stay in a 1300-1500 calorie a day range. I had a lot of days where I failed, and subsequently I lost in a year what might take some people only months. But I lost, and it's staying off. I also run 3x a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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congrats! a year, a few months? who cares, you did it working within your lifestyle. that's why it's staying off! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:07 AM Flag
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I just went to the site -- looks great. I am gonna try it. I like how you log your food & then you can talk to other peeps & read articles.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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me too. It's great, actually, and free--it's like a free WW online minus the points system (and all the points system is is code for calorie-counting). They have great workout demo videos too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:11 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone have to get steroids to boost baby's lungs? What does that involve? how are they administered? I may need them. Thanks! 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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do you mean surfactant that they give after the birth to the baby? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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no, 31 weeks, early labor signs. if symptoms continue may get steroids to boost lungs in case of early birth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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DS's birth mother had them. He was born @ 32 weeks. He still had to intubated at birth, but that's not a given for that gestational age and having had the steroids. There seemed to be no complications from them for him or his birth mother. Are you due to give birth early? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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trying not to give birth early. Do you know if she got a shot in the arm? have heard of intra-uterine administration which sounds horrible! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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So sorry--I don't know how they administered it. But I could email my sis and ask--she's a NICU nurse. Hang in there, but 31-32 weeks is really good, so try not to worry too much. My oldest was 32 weeks, 3.6 lbs, 16". He's 6 now and the handsomest, smartest kid you could imagine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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Thank you - that made me smile! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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I just emailed my sis--I'll check back in & post when I hear from her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:51 AM Flag
[ - ] I haven't flown in yrs..I have a 6am flight out of JFK with my family. What time do you rec. I get to the airport? Tia 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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domestic or international? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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op: domestic [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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what airline? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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Jet Blue [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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I've always found jetblue to be very efficient. I would say no later than 5...4:30? eh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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op: thx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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you have to check in by 5, so i would get there by 430 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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tx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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np: She should call the airport to make sure they are open. I know LGA opens at 5, you don't want to wait outside at 4:30 for half hour. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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op: thx will do that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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JFK is an international airport with flights departing and arriving at all hours - it is open 24/7. There may not be anyone at the JB ticket counter before 4:30 or whatever but the airport is open. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:05 AM Flag
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op: thx so much [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:30 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone traveled recently? I'm concerned that security will be a nightmare, what with everyone trying to avoid paying extra $$$ by carrying on their bags. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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I travel almost every week - I haven't noticed a difference but I usually go through preferred security lines and board early. I also travel "business routes & hours" so most of the other people are seasoned travelers who haven't changed their travel habits at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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I'm hoping there will be a separate line for travelers without baggage...I've heard some airlines are doing that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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We just did and travel a lot. Leave yourself plenty of time, especially if going from busy airport at peak time. It will be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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lga, saturday morning, flight is supposed to depart at 8:15. dh wants to leave (from W.Village) at 6... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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we started shipping our bags. a friend told me about this-it can get expensive, but if you are smart about packing and send early enough, it isn't that bad. far better than schlepping luggage to airport, then checking it, then having to go through security. we also recently returned from a trip, and it wasn't that bad. though I was sort of amazed at how people tried to cram stuff onto plane-though not much different from before, ime [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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good suggestion, but we leave day after tomorrow, so I think that train has left the station ;-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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In general I don't think it is too different. Business travelers won't be changed b/c they pack light in general and don't care about fees if they have to pay them. What you have to worry about is the infrequent, inexperienced leisure travelers but in general they've always slowed down security, tried to bring too much on the plane etc. I don't think this changes things too much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:44 AM Flag
[ - ] new nanny is using was rags to wipe my baby when she has a bm 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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and? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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I don't understand. is she not using disposable baby wipes? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 05:47 PM Flag
[ - ] Need ideas for where to hold a 1st bday party in Manhattan in early October. Our apartment is too small, so we can't host it there. Considering a picnic but nervous about weather uncertainty. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.10.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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how big a place do you need for a 1st bday party? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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Maybe 20ish adults and a handful of children/babies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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uugghh, do everyone a favor and don't have a birthday party that ivites anyone beyond immediate family. Trust me, NONE of your friends want to come to your 1 year old's b-day party. It is one of the most onerous social obligations out there. And I say this as the mom of a 14 month old. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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NP: i kind of disagree with this - i think there are some friends - even childless who would like to come; and others who you are right - do NOT want to be invited. I would just choose carefully...we have a couple of 'couple' friends who always come and actually like it (we of course serve lots of alchol and good food) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:23 AM Flag
[ - ] what do retail jobs pay these days? like barnes and noble or whole foods or the like? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:17 AM Flag
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I find it pays about .50 cents anhour more than a babysitter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:29 AM Flag
[ - ] My outdoor furniture (painted metal) is rusting. Has anyone ever refinished theirs? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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I have. I did the two-part process that resulted in a patina look (green and bronze). Was fun but rather labor intensive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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I'm just looking to remove rust and repaint the same color (black) one table and 4 chairs. About how long did it take you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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Honestly, I don't remember. You will likely just have to do a light sanding and then repaint with the special anti-rust paint they have for metal furniture (spray paint). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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Rustoleum is the most common of those paints. If you are doing a lot of painting, it would be a lot better to buy one of those cheap sprayers (under $100) or rent a decent one and use paint from a can rather than spraying it on from dozens of spray paint can. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:53 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the deal with OPs not returning on a thread - especially when people post particularly thoughtful responses? Is this the new UB etiquette? Post and disappear, give no thanks, etc.? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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I've noticed that too. It's very strange and aggravating. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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often times it takes so long to get replies I am not surprised OP is not hanging out and waiting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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No, I think we're both talking about posters who get a good initial response during active times of day but remain totally silent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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OP: exactly. And high up in the overall page when done as sort by recency. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:40 AM Flag
[ - ] I'm looking for obgyns who take Blue Cross Blue Shield. I don't have a hospital in mind. In Manhattan or Brooklyn, pref. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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TTC 07.10.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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my OB takes many diff. insurances. He took BC/BS when I used to have it. His name is Kurt Christopher (his partners are Shawna Hedley and Sean O'Henry). They are all great and deliver out of Roosevelt (love my delivery experience there). His # is 212-599-4400 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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Thanks for the quick rep. and the names and numbers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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yw [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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^^btw they are located on E. 43st in Manhattan [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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looked up and found all but Sean O'Henry in list of providers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:21 AM Flag
[ - ] hire nanny for summer, i pay her $11 per hour for 4 hours a day, 3 days a week. want to take her on full time in fall, what kind of increase do i offer (3 dc, 2,4,6) 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:12 AM Flag
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$20-$25 an hour. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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ROTFL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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For a 40 hour I week I would say $550. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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where do you live? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:53 AM Flag
[ - ] just moved to a new town and was dd invited to a playdate at a neighbor's house. both kids are 3.5. I'm not sure if it's a drop off playdate or not (we've never done drop off before). Since I'm not close with the mom, do i just come out and ask or....? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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^^^i am also not sure if dd would be ok with a drop off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:12 AM Flag
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I would assume it is not dropoff. No one would assume drop off playdate at that age. And you wouldn't be comfortable with it, I assume, nor would your kid, right? Assume you are staying and getting to know a new neighbor. Bring a treat! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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at this age I wouldn't drop off my dc esp. with ppl I don't know. It shouldn't be expected either [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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bring cookies and assume it is not a drop off - if it was the mom would have told you how long/what time to pick up, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:32 AM Flag
[ - ] I've read a few comments that starting next year, g&t curriculum will be accelerated. Is this true? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.10.08, 07:03 AM Flag
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Nope, it was the plan originally but it folded. No curriculum changes are planned. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:09 AM Flag
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How do you know this? Source? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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It was asked at the June PTA meeting at our school (desired G&T program in D3) and principal said no changes were planned for our school, or any others as far as he knew. My friend with kids at a different G&T told me their principal said the same thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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I think once they dropped the cut off, the range portended being greater, and it wasn't felt an overhaul of the already enriched curriculum was necessary, or desired [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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In what way is the g&t curriculum enriched? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:08 AM Flag
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I think they push the kids further, are more likely to differentiate teaching and tailor it to kids' needs, even at the individual level. You will see, but there is of course a range (partly related to development as some of these kids enter at age 4), and the good teachers/programs will teach the kids to their highest level. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:14 AM Flag
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ITA! It is all about the teacher, and good programs pick good teachers who can do this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:16 AM Flag
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So one would hope, but not true at the desirable D2 G&T dc just graduated from. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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We are at Anderson, and although I love all the extras in the curriculum, I would not say that accelerating math is such a big deal. some of the kids do well with it and some don't. I don't think it makes a huge difference in the long run for sure. It is certainly over rated. I think schools should put their efforts into improving the teaching of smart kids and expanding the curriculum, and making it more rich. Acceleration is a parlor trick, IMO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 08:07 AM Flag
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np: I agree with this, and I don't care about acceleration at all. However, I would love if school could supplement the EM curriculum with some traditional math drills. DC not at A, but at a good G&T program btw. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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I agree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 11:25 AM Flag
[ - ] How old was your kid when you stopped washing his/her laundry separately, and did it all together, using the same detergent? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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2 y/o - our dd has very sensitive skin and we had to stop using detergent altogether for a while [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:01 AM Flag
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Never did kids laundry separately. Unless your baby has very sensitive skin, Dreft and all that is completely unnecessary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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ITA. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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Never washed it separately after the first kid & all of the other 3 survived just fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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never washed separately, but I use Free and Clear detergent for everyone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:14 AM Flag
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I never washed it separately & never used "baby" detergent [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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I use a natural detergent for everyone, but still wash 4 yo dd's clothes separately b/c she generates plenty of laundry on her own and it's just easier that way (her br is downstairs; ours is up). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.10.08, 09:17 AM Flag
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