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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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[ - ] Could someone take a stab at guessing how many calories this salad might have? Mesclun greens, sliced chicken breast, beets, apples, one thin round of goat cheese, about 2 Tbsp of red wine vinaigrette. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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I don't know from calories, but I would give it 10 points on ww. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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Probably about 400-500 calories--it really depends on the cheese (100 calories an ounce) and chicke (about 50 calories an ounce). Vinaigrette if it's not too oily about 150 calories. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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Wow. So, a lot of calories. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:31 AM Flag
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np: 500 calories is perfect for a light meal. this isn't a lot of calories in the scheme of the whole day. (signed, an RD) (ps: add some more chopped veggies to that salad to make it an even better meal) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:36 AM Flag
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I would, but I bought it at a cafe. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:58 AM Flag
[ - ] I need some stroller advice....So, db will be born in early december. We live in Brooklyn and have a car, which we use on weekends only. What do I need? (I have a 5yo but lived in the south until he was 3yo, and everything was given away). Let's say I bought a Quinny Buzz (not saying I am). Would I need both the bassinet attachment and a Maxi Cosi car seat? Neither? I'm really confused, to be honest. The winter, the rocky streets, etc. are throwing me off, and I've forgotten at what point I'll trade the whole thing in for a lightweight stroller (or don't you in NYC?) Please don't flame...I don't want to over buy.... 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.11.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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we never did the bassinet. Started with a "regular" stroller with full recline. Found it easier to use on the subway etc. and has grown with db. We're in Manhattan without a car so portability was important to us. Hope that helps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:14 AM Flag
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What stroller? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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Maclaren. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:16 AM Flag
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Ditto here. #1 was born i December in the city. I used an Inglesina Zippy from the beginning. That summer I also got (through the Urbanbaby "Garage Sales" actually), a lighter-weight stroller (Inglesina Swift, similar to the Mac Triumph) that I used for going on the LIRR to ILs, or if I was going to do a lot of on/off the subway/bus around the city. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:57 AM Flag
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I like our Peg Venezia. It starts as a bassinet that can be zipped up and warm, then switches to a regular sit up stroller when db gets older. It has a large basket, cup holder, snack tray...everything we wanted. We did get a second light, umbrella stroller for travel though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
[ - ] i still feel so isolated. baby is nearly 1 1/5 yo, none of my close friends are even married yet - so even when i do vent to them i just feel like they flounder for something to say, i don't even want to talk to my husband b/c during the limited time we actually ahve alone together i just don't want to get into it. i haven't bonded with anyone in our mommy and me class and generally haven't made any close "mom" friends. i don't know where to turn - just feel so alone. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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after a year and a half surely you must've met a couple of nice moms, either from the playground, various classes, or in your'hood. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:13 AM Flag
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we moved from nyc to la about 9 mos ago. that has made this esp difficult. i really miss just being able to see and go out with my friends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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I felt the same way. Try to find even ONE mom friend you can stand--you'd be surpised how one outing a week will make you feel better. Otherwise, what about going back to work part time (that's what I did)? Maybe the FT SAHM thing isn't for you--and what you really want are FRIENDS not mom-friends, you know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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i am working pt now. that transition has been a difficult one too. just struggling to get my work done when i'm at work and get everything at home done - both in half the time. not much time leftover for looking for friends... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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Don't pressure yourself. Handle what you can--work, kids, family first. Friends will be easier to come by when db is in school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:23 AM Flag
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Actually I have not found this to be true,sorry to say. I often feel like I am back in H.S. with cliques, parties I'm not invited to, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:27 AM Flag
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I was you. It is very isolating: unable to connect with other moms and it seems you're growing apart from your old ones. I know how it feels, and still haven't connected with many other new moms. But I agree that if you can find one other new mom OR can find even one your "old" friends that's willing to listen about your life as a mom without rolling their eyes, it will help. Just one. Coming to Urbanbaby also helped as well, 'cause even though I wasn't creating relationships I was sharing and getting feedback (and realizing that I really wasn't alone). Also agree with poster above that it will be easier to make new friends/connections as db gets older. Stay strong. You're not the only one who's been there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:31 AM Flag
[ - ] Working moms: Things I need to do at work to prepare for maternity leave? I am coming back, and don't want to get screwed come bonus time... 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.11.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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Will you be working or checking in from home? My office didn't ask (and I probably wouldn't have had the time anyway), but I know of people who feel that if they don't check in at their jobs, or offer to be "on call" they'll get screwed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:22 AM Flag
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i was told that it is totally up to me. figured i'd check e-mail to stay in touch once a week or so. annoying if not checking in will penalize me even if they say it won't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:31 AM Flag
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Whether you get screwed or not may be out of your control. Do you work in a field where working moms are "mommy tracked"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:25 AM Flag
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absolutely. we lost 4 or 5 women senior to me recently. not sure if it was the "mommy track" or that they simply weren't in the boys club. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:32 AM Flag
[ - ] Best hospital in the city to deliver db? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:10 AM Flag
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I had two dbs at SLR, good experiences both times [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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NY Hospital, NY Presbyterian, Mt. Sinai [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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We had good experience with NY Pres (np). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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Birthing center at St. Lukes/Rossevelt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:13 AM Flag
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ita [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:16 AM Flag
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Home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:16 AM Flag
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ugh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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While I agree that I prefer delivering at home, that's not what she asked. (Everyone I know that delivered at SLR, birthing center and regular floor, loved it.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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SLR, BC or regular L&D floor are both very good [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:26 AM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:55 AM Flag
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NYU was good. Maternity ward pretty crowded but they're all like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:01 AM Flag
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Delivered #1 at NYU, #2 at SLR. Experience with #2 was much better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:04 AM Flag
[ - ] DS is turning three soon. We just converted his crib to a toddler bed because he was climbing out (jumping, actually), but now he rolls over and falls out of bed every night. Ugh! Please reassure me that this is just a temp phase and he'll adjust to the new bed soon. Thanks 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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Is there any sort of bed rail there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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op: On 3 of the 4 sides only. We looked into bed rails but the ones we saw don't work on converted toddler beds, only "real" beds with box springs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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We had one that was adjustable (from toysrus, but a few years ago). Make a bed rail from a chair at least propped against the side. He will adjust, but it takes some time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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get side rails [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
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It is a phase. My ds was the same for a few days but hasn't fallen out since. GL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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Our 5yo STILL falls out of bed. We layed huge throw pillows around the side. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:19 AM Flag
[ - ] Please talk me down. I have an ultrasound sechdual on friday. I been having stomach or at least I think stomach issues. I been having an ache in my lower right side for a few months. ( I had something like that when I was preg doc said all good that was a while back. Anyway. I starting having poop issues with the ache. In feb I went to my OBGyn. He did annual told him about it he said all is fine I went to internest in april and 2 weeks ago both times ran blood CBC etc all came back fine. Went to gi and I he want both ab and pelivc sono. I am worried about ovarian cancer now. I have no family history and I am 32 2 kid. the ach also goes under my rib almost. I should also add my poop is very THICK since the started. Please try to clam me down. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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I've been through this a couple times because of ovarian cysts. So stressful. Your issue sounds more likely to be intestinal. I'm sure it will be a long two days until the test, but it is only two more days. GL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:10 AM Flag
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This doesn't sound anything like ovaries. I had ovarian cyst with no symptoms (except a lower back ache that was probably unrelated as it was on the opposite side from the cyst and persisted after cyst was removed.) Don't worry. Doesn't sound like the doctor is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.12.08, 12:26 PM Flag
[ - ] What's everyone doing for father's day? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.11.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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bbq at the inlaws [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:06 AM Flag
[ - ] i need to send flowers to an address in long island - any suggestions on a good florist? sympathy... 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.11.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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Colonial Florist in N. Bellmore, not sure where you're delivering to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:12 AM Flag
[ - ] do you see a big drop in breast milk supply when you're sick (and pumping)? anything I can do? It will come back, right? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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its not unusual. it will come bak, but for now try to be very very hydrated. and don't take sudafed or anything similar. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:58 AM Flag
[ - ] any recs. for a good mystery/thriller book? tia. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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raymond chandler [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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Mystic River [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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Ruth Rendell, Elizabeth George [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:28 AM Flag
[ - ] do they still have moms/babies movies outings at kips bay ? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.11.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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reel moms! i can't wait to go! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 10:17 AM Flag
[ - ] HOW DO I DEFROST FROZEN CHICKEN CUTLETS THAT ARE NOW IN FRIDGE - want to cook them at 4 pm 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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put them in bowl of cold water [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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for how long? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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microwave on defrost setting, but keep an eye on them and keep moving them around or they'll cook in spots. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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for how long? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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it depends on the weight, and how strong your microwave is. set it for a few minutes, then check. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:59 AM Flag
[ - ] Im dying to see SATC. Do you think it's ok to take 3 mo? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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at a matinee, sure [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 09:54 AM Flag
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