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[ - ] DH and I are going to Iowa tomorrow to help them clean up from the floods. We think they'll enjoy seeing us. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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enjoy? What does that mean? If you are really going to help, I'm sure it will be appreciated [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:16 AM Flag
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I think they'll be happy that we are coming out and plan on helping them. I mean it shows that we care. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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oh. Then ITA. Just a weird choice of words. DH is from New Orleans and went to help a couple of times (I had an infant at the time and could nto go myself) I know people appreciated it. Good for you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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i was there last weekend for a family reunion. obviously not where there was flooding [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:17 AM Flag
[ - ] do hebrew schools value diversity? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.24.08, 10:08 AM Flag
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not as it relates to gentiles ; ) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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How about half-gentiles? With the gentile side being a nice toasty beige? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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as a half/half who went to yeshiva, it was in many ways not a good experience [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:26 AM Flag
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there is a wide spectrum - look at reform and deconstructionist [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:32 AM Flag
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depends - some are more open than others even at the conservative ones [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 11:44 AM Flag
[ - ] why is erica from all my children in jail? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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so she can get an emmy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:17 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone get tickets for rachael ray? how was it? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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alot of fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.08, 01:34 PM Flag
[ - ] fun,museums, that are low cost, or free, for kids under 3 to enjoy are? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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transit museum. any museum really-get a membership or pay what you want at most museums [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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well, you could just fly to chicago [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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AMNH [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:09 AM Flag
[ - ] when did you tell work with #2? i am 7 weeks and already very bloated. not sure how long i can hide this ... 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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Can't remember exactly, but definitely after amnio results. Probably 15-18wks. No1 waited until after bonus it was 20 wks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:18 AM Flag
[ - ] Dumb question, sorry.... My dad will be watching db for a few days, but he doesn't have a carseat base. Is it safe to just seatbelt in the carseat w/o it's base? I suppose yes, but I have never done this before. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.24.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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can you take it to the local fire station? Where I live, they install them properly. Or maybe you can call and ask them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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are you insane? No it is not safe! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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I am sure op is referring to a carseat that can actually be used this way - my graco can [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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uh yes, I m (but thanks for the insane comment). I have a Baby Trend, and there is a (quite confusing) illustration on the side that shows how to seatbelt the carseat in.... but I'm just wondering if anyone has done this. My dad is VERY good with instructions, pragmatic etc, but I'm seeing who has btdt... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:08 AM Flag
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we had the graco snugride, and it came with instructions for use both with and without the base. we used it without (which is said to be safer anyway) b/c the base wouldn't fit in our car. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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I did this all the time with my Graco Snugride. If it's done properly, it's safe. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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it is safer actually than with base since base latches may not always be hooked in properly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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you crazy lady. Its safe, you just strap the seatbelt over the "bucket". How do you think people take babies in taxis in NYC? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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Christ Almighty, I said it was a dumb ?....but I think "insane" and "crazy" are over reactions. Man, you broads are tough........ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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Some readers, you might be shocked to know, do not live in NYC. OP: You can just strap the carseat in.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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I did it when we went on vacation - it is an approved use, but make sure you read the instructions, I dont think we ever did it totally right, but who knows [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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it's actually safer without the base. check out the carseat lady's website. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:10 AM Flag
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it's fine - there should be a sticker right on the side of the seat that shows you how to thread the seatbelt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:11 AM Flag
[ - ] We have a part time nanny. We pay her $15/hour and $18/hour on the weekends. Is this a fair wage? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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more than fair. it's generous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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op: i thought that was the average rate for a nanny who is paid by the hour. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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how many kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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I paid $14/hr for 2 dcs for pt nanny. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:13 AM Flag
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We don't pay more on weekends, so you are more generous than we are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
[ - ] Yesterday as a fun surprise I took the kids and flew to Chicago for the day. They were so happy to do something like that. DH was so surprised since I didn't tell him until we got home. 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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Did you go to the art museum or the natural history? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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art [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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I smile just thinking of that huge Seurat they have. Expensive museum trip, considering airfares right now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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seurat, knew a lot, about dots [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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you're the random car poster, aren't you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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I guess you are not worried about your carbon footprint. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:10 AM Flag
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hello killjoy mom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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I don't really think about that....I do give money to environmental groups and tomorrow night will be at a dinner for the environment. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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my carbon footprint is bigger than yours [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:23 AM Flag
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that would so not be a fun surprise in my family. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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flying is a PITA, lot of work. Traveling with my dcs, esp older one, is never fun or easy, whether planes, trains or automobiles. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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np: I took my dc to Chicago for a weekend and we had a blast. Too much work for a day trip though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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OP: It was a fun day trip. I woke them up and took them to the airport and flew to Chicago and we had fun. I am thinking the next day trip is Boston! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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VBA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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yeah, and not even very veiled. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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That's awesome. Wish we were wealthy to be able to do stuff like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:23 AM Flag
[ - ] Nervous 1st time mom here. 5mo hasn't been able to keep anything down since trying to give 1st feed this morning. Throws IT ALL up but otherwise happy as a clam. Sleeping now. Called Ped he said it's a stomach bug to give him pedialyte but he hasn't been able to keep anything in so far. How long before I take him to doc? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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at least wait 24 hours [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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if he has no wet or poopy diapers, then time to start getting a little worried. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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ditto this. the most important thing is for him to stay hydrated. 24 hours is way tooo long [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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when my son went through a similar thing, the doctor had me take a big medicine dropper of pedialyte and squirt little bits into his mouth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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just did pedialyte with syringe. he got so frustrated (b/c I'm sure he is so thirsty) that I gave him an ounce in his bottle. he took it and spit up a little bit with burps. so far though hasn't projectile'd - assuming b/c he doesn't have anything in his stomach! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 11:50 AM Flag
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good, get some ounces into him! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 12:06 PM Flag
[ - ] I want to buy a scooter and then sit in the middle of my living room during a party going to circles and waving to people as I spin by! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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can I come to your next party? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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because it sounds fun [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:59 AM Flag
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LOL. I actually got on a sit-and spin (remember those?) this weekend. SO MUCH FUN! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
[ - ] does anyone use a home daycare? If so, please tell me about your experience and why you chose this option. Thanks! 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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i'm probably doing that next year. it's so much cheaper. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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but no accoutability. big mistake [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:34 AM Flag
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Really? You think they're less accountable than bigger daycares? They rarely get busted for neglect or abuse, but often for failure to file the correct paperwork, having multiple exits, etc. No one checks to see if they're good places for children. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:38 AM Flag
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i'm actually starting in the fall. i chose b/c i wah and dd will be just over 1. it's in my bldg and is only 8 dbs, all within her age range. i like that it is close to my apt and dd will be socializing more. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:42 AM Flag
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I do. The daycare center is based in someone's home in their walk out basement. They've been there for about 25 years and as a kid I was best friends with the owner's daughter. I chose this option because I couldn't afford to have my part time nanny stay full time and I needed to go back to work. I went to a number of "regular" day care centers and saw only one that I could afford and liked (loved!) - I am still on their crazy long waiting list. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 05:38 AM Flag
[ - ] oatmeal eaters. what's your favorite kind? does instant have the same benefits of regular? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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instant is nasty. At least get the 3 minute kind. It's not hard. I like mine with honey and almonds [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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I don't mind the instant Irish one - but the quick cook is a lot better (has more fiber as well). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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the instant packets are full of sugar and some have transfats (from non-dairy creamer). Just buy a tub of plain instant and add a little brown sugar or maple syrup and milk. Easy to microwave. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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Mc Cann's Steel Cut Oats has consistently been rated as the best overall as far as nutritional content. I find that the more you eat it, the more you get used to the taste. Of course you should add berries, nuts, honey etc... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:26 AM Flag
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I LOVE steel cut oats. They have quick cooking ones that take about 5 mins (not the 45 of their regular) that are awesome. I think they taste really good, especially with a little milk, cinnamon and brown sugar [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:28 AM Flag
[ - ] how long were you on maternity leave? did you feel it was a good amount of time? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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about 8.5mos, but I actually quit one job and then found another with a better work/life balance. Overall I'd say it was the perfect amount of time, some days I wished I had gone back to work a little earlier (maybe around 6mos) but in general it was just right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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6 months with dd, 4 months with ds. 6 was much better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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first dcs i had almost six months. last one was only six weeks and it didn't feel like a long time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:59 AM Flag
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3 months. i thought it was an eternity at the time. I wish I could take 3 more now that ds is older [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:02 AM Flag
[ - ] Just found out my toddler is allergic to dairy. So sad he won't be able to have ice cream this summer. Can anyone recommend a good gelateria/ice cream place that also has great sorbet? Thanks. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:52 AM Flag
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ciao bella [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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yuck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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OMG! Their chocolate sorbet is insane. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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it is disgusting stuff. if you want gelato, il laboratorio del gelato-way better. the guy who founded the latter also founded ciao bella but since he sold ciao bella, it became yucko [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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NYC ICY [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:03 AM Flag
[ - ] we are on vacation, and our house sitter called to let me know one of our fish died. do i tell 5 yo now or just wait until we return? i have mixed feelings-leaning towards telling now when dc is kind of distracted with all the vacation stuff 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:52 AM Flag
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a fish? Have he had any die before? They don't tend to live that long. It's not like it's the family dog or anything. I think I'd wait and see if he even notices [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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yes, this is the 3rd we have had who has died. he will notice [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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just wait. No sense in making him sad on vacation [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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sue the housesitter for klling your fish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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yes, already have that in the works [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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snort [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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wait till get back, no sense ruining the vacation if you are wrong and he takes it very badly.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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Wait until you get home. We always lost at least one fish while on vacation when I was a kid. Once, there was a blackout and some power surge fried all the fish in the tank. THAT was traumatic to come home to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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can you just go get a replacement for you before you get back? we just went through this but and i replaced the fish vs. upsetting my dc right now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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