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[ - ] how old was db when you packed up the baby swing? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:52 AM Flag
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1 year - he started flipping himself forward so he'd basically be doing a handstand with his legs in the swing straps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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3 mo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
[ - ] PS 84 has a dual language Spanish program and now they're starting up French for next Fall. Anyone know the process for approaching school about starting dual language program? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.24.08, 09:50 AM Flag
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If you live out of the zone you can participate in the district 3 lottery to get in, but you have to be accepted to the school before you can apply for the DL program. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:08 AM Flag
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Not necessarily. If your dc is French speaker they will likely take you, as they are looking for those. The program needs a balance to be successful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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OP: Sorry for the confusion, what I meant was, is there a process for starting up a program like that in your own school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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The best way to start a dual-language program is to already have 8-10 native language and 8-10 non-native speakers interested in the program in the school. The principle needs to support it (I strongly suggest the support from the rest of the school) and then the DOE will need to approve it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 03:55 PM Flag
[ - ] your opinion on victoria gardens is? and what age is it suited for? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.24.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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fine for what it is, ages 4-6 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:48 AM Flag
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my almost 4yo loved it (this was last summer) and I'm sure she'd love it again now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:48 AM Flag
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4-7 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:48 AM Flag
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so not really good for a 2yr old? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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Not much to do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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took my 2yo there with friends who also had a 2yo. my dd was terrified and miserable; their son had a ball. depends on your kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:59 AM Flag
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Depends on how adventurous the child is. My 2 yo loves it and will go on almost anything. My almost 5 yo is also happy there now but by almost 6 it will be too small. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
[ - ] any comments on imus' latest flap? i actually think this one was racist, even though i think that the last time he did not deserve at all any of the flack he got. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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I think he is a boring has been who is looking for publicity. I don't think he is racist as much as just stupid [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:52 AM Flag
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np: I think he's both. And who cares. Anyone who would be influenced by what he has to say is long lost anwyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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ITA with the last part of your statement. He isnt even entertaining IMHO. At least Rush and Boortz etc make me laugh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:59 AM Flag
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It was one thing when he was on MSNBC - because that implies that he is a journalist (though they stretch the definition of that every day on cable news). But now, he's just a cranky old man with a mic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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I figure at his age his mom is not walking God's Green Earth... so who the hell is listening to know what he said anyway? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
[ - ] OMG, there is a random car parked on my front lawn. I have sent my children to the basement and told them not to come out that there is a safety hazzard. I am trying to figure out what to do. I also sent an e-mail to DH telling him that we are safe but that a situation was developing on our lawn. What do I do now? 58 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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pack your favorite straight jacket [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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I am not crazy, I am worried, what if it's a gang or a family of drug dealers. I mean my entire neighborhood could be at risk if gang warfare breaks out! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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a family of drug dealers? you are too funny! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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drug dealers don't usually travel with their families. its probably a drunk person or someone lost. Get over yourself, call the police if you're worried but honestly your reaction is incredibly ridiculous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:23 AM Flag
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I thought it was a family of drug dealers....where the entire family were drug dealers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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you are completely insane. dcf should take your kids away from you - you're more of a threat to them than the drunk teenager passed out in his car on your lawn [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:26 AM Flag
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Someone drove up and the grass and parked? Peoople in the car? Why do you suspect violence? How about a drunk or alzheimer type thing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:51 AM Flag
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Because why else would someone drive and park on my lawn. I think its a gang. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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drunk or confused as I suggested. Are there lots of gangs in Westfield? Don't know NJ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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There are gangs in other big cities and they could have driven to Westfield. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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You're psycho. Call the cops and then check yourself into a facility. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:23 AM Flag
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You should flash them a peace sign then - you know, to let them know you are cool. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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Ok I will. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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Also - get some therapy for yourself when this is over - you are destroying your kids with this psycho behavior - scaring them and sending them to basement. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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This has to be a FAKE. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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does your husband know that you post fake stupid stuff on UB? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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where do you live? you can always call the cops. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:49 AM Flag
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I live in Westfield, New Jersey.....I was thinking about calling the cops. I would love for them to send in the SWAT Team. Thing is how do I prepare for the possibility of a shootout when the cops come. I mean I don't want to be harmed or used as a human shield. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:50 AM Flag
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gotcha. go for it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:52 AM Flag
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You're crazy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:26 AM Flag
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I think you should call your state senator and homeland security. you can't be too careful about these things [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:49 AM Flag
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what can Senator Kean do? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:50 AM Flag
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are you for real? I thought this was OMG OMG mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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Too bad you didn't finish the bomb shelter by your June 1st deadline. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:50 AM Flag
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Don't patronize me I mean I am really scared. I think i saw movement in the car. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:51 AM Flag
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If this is real and you are that frightened call the police, this is not rocket science. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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I am going to call them. How do I prepare to make sure there is not a shootout? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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ask the police when you call them!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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this poster has three or four silly posts she repeats when she is bored. This one, and then there is one about whatever natural disaster is happening around the world... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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I am not OMG Mom! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:59 AM Flag
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clearly, you are [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:25 AM Flag
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just call the police! It was probably stolen for a joy ride.... Why on earth are you waiting if you are so scared? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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Because it could be a trap to lure the police in and start a shootout on my lawn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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you're crazy... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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have you ever heard of 911 ?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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Just call the police. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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Are you for real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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This has to be a fake. No one is this pathetic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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your this panicked but your on UB? fakity fake [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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I find UB a calming experience, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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ok, now I KNOW this is fake [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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omg people! stop indulging this nutcase! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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This has got to be fake... She's just too nuts, no one would risk not calling 911 if her kids were in danger [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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I just called 911 and I told them and I told them that the car may be armed. I also closed my curtains and told the kids to be very quiet in the basement. And I locked the doors and put up a barricade on the front door. I sent DH another e-mail telling him a situation was developing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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Your hubby needs to take your computer away from you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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but what did 911 tell you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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I appreciate fake posts like these. They remind me of thee old UB. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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Ok, the police are here and there has been no gunfire. They said that a drunk naked teenager in sleeping in the backseat of the car. I have told my children they can resume normal activities. I sent my DH an e-mail telling him that noone was shot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:03 AM Flag
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rock on [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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PSYCHO. You need help. Seriously [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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Did you send your husband an email telling him that a situation was not developing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:28 AM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:30 AM Flag
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Sooooooo glad there wasn't a shoot out. Whew!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:29 AM Flag
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At least do something interesting if you're bored - that one was just so stupid and dull. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:38 AM Flag
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I don't know whether to laugh or cry! Look, you need some help before you damage your children like I assume your own mother damaged you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:41 AM Flag
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Wow, I feel a real oldtimer. I've seen this fake one before. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:42 AM Flag
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wtf? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 04:49 PM Flag
[ - ] Any recs on an art easel for a 2yo? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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ikea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:46 AM Flag
[ - ] Can you receommend a nice art easel for a 2yo? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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I like the step two one -- it's a chalkboard on one side and a magnetic white board on the other. but if you want wood, then try melissa and doug [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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the Ikea one is fine and cheap. Don't get the little Tykes one though - it tends to collapse [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
[ - ] My 13 year old DS is hosting his first boy/girl party on Saturday night. What are some tips for me as a parent on how to handle this? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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Go upstairs during [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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don't do what my SIL did, and try to plan games with prizes. things they did play with, she said, were all kinds of balls -- soccer, football, baseball -- i.e. stuff they could throw or kick around (if it's indoors, then never mind). they'll eat less than you'd expect -- the girls won't eat much -- tho M&Ms will go v quickly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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it's indoor/outdoor [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:48 AM Flag
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spike the punch - that is what my mom did..im joking dont do it, but it was fun. agree dont play games. make sure there is music, plenty to drink and finger foods (chips, salsa etc) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:03 AM Flag
[ - ] How hard is it to get into the Jewish schools? Are the odds the same as at other schools? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.24.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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On that same note, how do the Jewish schools compare academically to the tt schools? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:45 AM Flag
[ - ] Met boy and mom at playground who was sibling, legacy and diversity to tt school. Guess that's one spot locked in. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.24.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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what's your point? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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she is jealous and clueless? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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and you covered it all during a playground chat...hmmm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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not if the dc isn't smart [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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Puh-leeze. My sister and her dh are legacy at the top privates in NYC and my dc (their nephew) goes to one of those schools and they did not get in. Dc didn't score well and did badly on playdate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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I'm confused, DC goes to the school and he didn't get in? Is this like Schrodinger's cat? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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poster's dc got in but nephew (whose parents are legacies) did not. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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lol! my newphew did not get in even though my dc goes there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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Sorry to hijak posts but when talking about legacy, would a cousin attending the school you want to go to carry any weight at all? I know it's not a sibling, but does it matter? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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can't hurt, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:25 AM Flag
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Bet it can if the other child/family are not well liked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:25 AM Flag
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of course. but absent the child's family being a pita, it can only help, all other things being equal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:35 AM Flag
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No what mattered was that her dh was a legacy there and she a legacy at another top school, that a cousin went there was just icing on the cake it was the legacy connection that made it significant [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 10:53 AM Flag
[ - ] what is the typical nap schedule for 2 yr old and older? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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rught now my 2yo either skips it, or takes one 3 hour nap. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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what time is the nap? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:49 AM Flag
[ - ] this site is not as good as the old one (i know, old news). among other things, it keeps resetting the default options back to put me on all lists, so i have to reset constantly 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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you have to click on update filters and save as default [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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i did, it still keeps going back every time i log in again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:41 AM Flag
[ - ] Re: diversity. Are the Jewish schools interested in children of color? Would it help or hurt with admissions? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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At Rodeph there are some Asian and 1/2 Asian/1/2 Caucasian kids but they are all being raised Jewish. If you aren't committed to a Jewish education the Jewish Day Schools really aren't for you or your child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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why would you want to send you dc to a jewish school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:41 AM Flag
[ - ] has your relationship changed with your mother since you had children? mine has gotten worse. she can't take that i'm really an adult. are there any books out there on this sort of thing? i don't know how to relate to her anymore and i don't have a good role model for mothering. although, if i do say so myself, i'm doing a pretty good job! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:33 AM Flag
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mine has gotten much bettdr, but it was in trouble before. in a way i feel like she can express herself so nicely with my dd, but not with me, so when i witness her being good with my dd it makes me appreciate her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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interesting - i think mine has got better. to be honest she is a bit nutty anyway, and already has several grandchildren, but has made a real effort with my son and i think she saw the birth as a chance to be closer to me. We are pretty much aligned on values etc and she isn't that controlling tho [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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mine is very controlling and has always wanted to baby me and now she babies my daughter who, as she grows and becomes her own person, doesn't want to be controlled. she's 2. makes me so annoyed! but my mom won't listen. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.24.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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