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Thank you so much for being a valued member of the UrbanBaby community. We wanted to inform you that we are shutting down the site on July 6th. We are grateful for your participation and support that has helped make UrbanBaby such an important resource to parents for many years.

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[ - ] I can send my dd to either ps 6 or 158 and I chose 158 and people think I am crazy. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
NY Schools 06.27.08, 12:30 PM Flag
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And you are [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:41 PM Flag
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Whatever you prefer for your child. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:43 PM Flag
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I'm not a big fan of either. 6 has gone down and 158 looked dispirited and dispiriting and the work level looked pretty low when I looked at it last year. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:48 PM Flag
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I prefer 158 to 6, just hate to have to live that far East. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 01:37 PM Flag
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I get it (we moved from 290 to 6 zone and dc is staying at 290...and I know a least one other family that did the same thing! [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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I get it, too. DC attends 183, don't think we'd switch if we move to 158 -- most affordable zone for us that's commutable to 183. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 01:50 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone ever gone to the Olan Mills photo studio at Kmart? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:30 PM Flag
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Ew [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:45 PM Flag
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why ew? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:58 PM Flag
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Yes, but I prefer Walmart - cheaper and better pictures. Just don't let them talk you into any props or weird backgraounds. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:49 PM Flag
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Yes a couple of times and liked the pictures a lot. If you do the club you can get prints at half price. Also the Olan Mills site has discounts so look before you go. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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yes, pose with the cheese [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 04:46 PM Flag
[ - ] I can choose for my DD to go to ps 6 or 158 and I chose 158. People think I am crazy for picking 158. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:28 PM Flag
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I assume you picked the school b/c it was the right place for your daughter, so what do you care what people think? And most people on this board would probably think you are crazy for even considering public, so just think grain of salt....:) [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:40 PM Flag
[ - ] is 1240 a good score on the SATs? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:24 PM Flag
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no [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:24 PM Flag
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its out of 2400 now, with 1500 being the national average. students gets 600 points for sitting for the exam. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:26 PM Flag
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that's really depressing... 1500 is now average, which is only 900 pts above the amount you get for showing up... [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:26 PM Flag
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well, its 500 point per section, not a horrible score. the kids i tutor barely break 1000 sometimes. unfortunately, the SAT tests how well you take the SAT, and many kids just aren't ready for it [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:33 PM Flag
[ - ] good affordable family friendly hotel in manhattan? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
New York City 06.27.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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I've never managed to find one yet. Watching. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:26 PM Flag
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affordable is relative. how much per night? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:27 PM Flag
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not more then $200 a night [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:28 PM Flag
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try the Edison in the theater district [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:39 PM Flag
[ - ] anyoe having trouble with evite.com today? do you kow what's up? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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Yes, the site exploded from tackiness. It went up in a burst of bad borders and ugly clip art. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:19 PM Flag
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thank you for your helpful insight. next. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:20 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:20 PM Flag
[ - ] Just had the best salad, romaine with one avocado with asian dressing, to die for. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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don't you post this every day? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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I don't eat that salad daily. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:20 PM Flag
[ - ] God, Hillary looks like a hostage up there endorsing Obama. I don't blame her for saying what she has to say, but I don't believe she really wants me to vote for him. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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she wants you to beat that crap out of him, but will follwo the aprty line and grit her teeth [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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As would he if the tables were turned. As did Romney, and everyone else who run. That's how the game is played. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:23 PM Flag
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You can do whatever you want. And hasn't Hillary endorsed Obama a couple weeks ago? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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She doesn't have to say anything. She just wants the money. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:37 PM Flag
[ - ] Probably a silly question so plese don't flame me. But, first pregnancy with twins, am having t/v ultrasounds to determine cervical length beginning next week. Will I be able to see the babies? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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If you are more than about 9w pg then yes. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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^what I mean is you will see something from about 5w pg but they don't look like babies until later. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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Thank you, looking forward to it. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:23 PM Flag
[ - ] I have 2 DS via c-section. However I have been feeling like my girl parts are hanging out, gross I know. And to make it even worse, my DH mentioned that I feel different. What to do?? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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do you mean in your cervical area or your vaginal area? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:15 PM Flag
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my cervix is lower, and sometimes when I walk I just feel weird down there [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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sounds like a prolapse [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:19 PM Flag
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Go to Gyn sounds like you may have a prolapse [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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I have an appt, but how can they fix it, anyone ever do that vaginal rejuvention? I thought that was only for characters on Nip Tuck, but now I am curious [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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[ - ] What is your favorite baby shower gift to give or receive? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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Baby feeding journal - it was one of the most useful things I had (keeps track of feedings, diaper changes, pumping, etc.). [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:29 PM Flag
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bouncy seat, baby bjorn, sling [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:50 PM Flag
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a nanny. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:55 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone have cavities filled while pregnant? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:10 PM Flag
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I had an inlay put on. It's fine. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:42 PM Flag
[ - ] Single Dad here, any questions? 34 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:07 PM Flag
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do you have sole custody? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:09 PM Flag
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yes, my ex moved to Seattle. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:10 PM Flag
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how do the kids deal with that? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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They have been upset about it but have gotten better. Her parents are a key part of their lives and I try to remind that their mom loves them. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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is she in contact? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:19 PM Flag
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She comes to NY 3 times a year and the kids go to Seattle once a year and she calls a couple times a week. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:21 PM Flag
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that would kill me. I can't imagine leaving my kids. was she a good mom before she ran off? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:26 PM Flag
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Yes, she was a very good Mom. Then one day she tells me that she's been having an affair for a year, is in love with him, wants a divorce and is moving to Seattle with him in 2 weeks. It was very very very sudden, [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:27 PM Flag
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did she ask for custody? that's so hurtful, for all of you. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:29 PM Flag
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No she said she wanted me to have custody. She made it very easy, she just said she wanted a divorce as quick as possible. I asked her to try counseling or something and she said no she wanted to move. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:30 PM Flag
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Single Mom here. Are you hot? Are you in the NYC area? I need a hot single dad to date. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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I am in Manhattan and think I am hot. How many kids? What happened to your husband? Are you looking for a relationship or just sex? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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Oh let me answer that! She isn't even looking for sex - just the opportunity to give you a b.j. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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how do oyu know? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:15 PM Flag
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Married mom here and I'm just looking for sex! [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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OP: I won't sleep with a married woman. My wife cheated on me for a year before leaving me. I didn't know she was cheating though. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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Are you gay? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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no [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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Are you here to pick up dates or for parenting advice? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:21 PM Flag
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parenting advice......if I for some reason met a woman, than so be it. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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well then, do you have any questions for the rest of us? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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Yes, how do I handle my sons when they get really upset about their Mom being gone? It's been 3 years since she left and they are usually good but sometimes they get really upset. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:24 PM Flag
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how old are they? It is absolutely normal for them to get upset on occasion, you just have to reassure them that YOU won't ever leave them, and that their mom still loves them. Do they have any relationship with her? Are they old enough to understand why she left? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:25 PM Flag
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They are 9 and 7. I keep tellig them that I will never leave them and that their Mom loves them. They talk to her on the phone and see her 4 times a year. I think they understand what happened, but am not sure. They don't know all of hte details. I never speak bad of her in front of them. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:27 PM Flag
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Good for you. It's so hard ont he kids when parents trash talk each other [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:28 PM Flag
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I have been very very careful of that. I only say positive things about her in front of them. It's been hard, but luckily some buddies of mine and I go out once a week, and I use that time to vent about her if I need to. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:29 PM Flag
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There is nothing more you can do. They will always have abandonment issues, and don't be surprised if they resent their mom more and more as they grow up, but it sounds like you're a great dad. Best of luck to all of you! Just wondering- do you have any female friends or relatives who play an important role in your lives? That might be very helpful [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:29 PM Flag
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My mother, my ex mother in law, my brother's fiancee, my exes' sister and sister-in-law and some wives of good friends of mine, plus my exes' best friends. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:31 PM Flag
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I want to make sure they don't have any abandonment issues and also do not resent women, etc. growing up. Basically I don't want them screwed over for the rest of their lives because of this. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:32 PM Flag
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np: you took the words right out of my mouth. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:33 PM Flag
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can u watch my three? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:43 PM Flag
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i am currently in a relationship with a single dad - he has full custody of his 5yo dd and i recently found out i am pregnant - we were not trying, nor are we even engaged. we have been together for almost two years now, yet i am nervous about telling him. how would you take it? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 03:35 PM Flag
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omg, you post alllll the time. Your situation does sound heartbreaking and your situation with your wife SUCKS. But I truly think you could benefit from therapy more than from UB. You just like to come here to hear us all say "omg, how could your wife DO THAT?!?!" [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 03:39 PM Flag
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i am dating a single dad and just found out i am pregnant - how would you react? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 03:42 PM Flag
[ - ] I can't believe you guys! I just went to the bathroom and noticed I had a huge piece of spinach in my teeth! I've been sitting here for an hour and none of you told me! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:05 PM Flag
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pssst your skirt's caught in your knickers too [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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There's some toilet paper stuck to your shoe too [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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i love you ladies, yr crazy like me!!!!!!! [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:47 PM Flag
[ - ] Did you and DH have sex after he proposed? How was it? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:04 PM Flag
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We were starving so the first thing we did was go out to dinner and gorge ourselves. How was it? Quite yummy, thank you. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:05 PM Flag
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We did when we got back home that night. It was amazing, but to be honest I was already floating on a cloud. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:09 PM Flag
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I was in shock for a while so not right away no. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:11 PM Flag
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As soon as we got home from dinner. Very HOT. :D [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:31 PM Flag
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What did you do that made it hot? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:32 PM Flag
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Standing up against the front door. Naked but for the sparkler on my finger. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:35 PM Flag
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So you didn't even make it past the front door. Did you guys strip when you closed the door and go for it? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:37 PM Flag
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Yup. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:45 PM Flag
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Like sliding down a rainbow on a unicorn [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:33 PM Flag
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really? was it a total surprise? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:36 PM Flag
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nope, too tired. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.27.08, 12:34 PM Flag
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