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Dear UrbanBaby community,

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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Thanks so much,

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[ - ] Anyone care to help a single mom out here? Any ideas where I can find a part time babysitter and what the going rate is these days? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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sitter city has been good so far. nyu has a babysitting registry [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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Sittercity.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:16 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone care to help a single mom out here? Any ideas where I can find a part time babysitter and what the going rate is these days? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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grad students. probably in range of $12 - 16/hr. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:17 PM Flag
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where do you live? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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Try posting on the NYU or Columbia/Banard jobsites for students. We found two great babysitters that way! (13$ for one kid under 3). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:21 PM Flag
[ - ] Does PS 158 currently share space with East Side Middle? When ESM gets its new space on 91st - any chance 158 could host a G&T program? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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The building from which the crane crashed? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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No. Not a chance. Too much overcrowding on the UES. The plan right now is to make it an annex for 290 until rezoning happens. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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Current principal of 158 is anti g&t so I doubt it. Plus, they don't need it. They put g&t programs in schools that need the influx of smarts and wealth [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 04:44 PM Flag
[ - ] 6 mo has tried rice, barley & oatmeal cereal. what should be the next food? tia. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.04.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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i gave all kinds of jar foods - rice and peas, chicken and sweet potatoes etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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avocado...you really should read in a book. There are certain things that should be introduced before others b/c of allergies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:18 PM Flag
[ - ] whats a good age to starting swimming? thanks. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.04.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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6 months and up to get dc used to the water. 3 and up to actually learn to swim. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:11 PM Flag
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what about ear infections at that age? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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at 6 months? You don't really put baby's head into the water at that age. That said, there is always the risk for an ear infection but I think it is rather unlikely. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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not recommended anymore. chlorine bad for young lungs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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as early as possible to get them into the water (no swim lessons necessary - those are a rip-off). Real lessons at around 4 years of age, I would say. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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start lessons 2.5-3. we live in FLA and lots of kids can swim by 3-3.5 with lessons. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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thanks. does it help to get kids used to the water early even if they aren't going to learn at that point? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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not sure. it is a lot of fun to bring then into the water, though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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yes, friends db's can swim by late 2-3yo. of course you would not leave them alone, but if they love it let them play [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 03:35 PM Flag
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We did a mommy and me class when ds was 6 months. He graduated to a solo class at 3 years and loves it! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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four. swimming and skiing, imo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 03:36 PM Flag
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real swimming lessons? Between 4 and 6. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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My just turned 3yo ds can swim short distances and is "water-proofed," ie. can get himself to the side of the pool or steps if he falls in. Started lessons around 18mo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 04:56 PM Flag
[ - ] Any Disney advice for a first timer? Where to stay, tips for seeing everything, things we can avoid. Thanks. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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carry a flask - you'll need it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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the lines to "meet the characters" are about 45 minutes minimum. Mickey takes FOREVER. bring snacks. it's fun, just expect a lot of long long lines to meet characters [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:11 PM Flag
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I suggest a character meal at a restaurant to cover the major players. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:20 PM Flag
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cheapest deals are the disney ones where you stay at a place very close to the park and everything is included, shuttle to park, meals, hotel, tickets. it may seem pricey but we've done it both ways and it's not only easier, it's a ton cheaper too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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are you saying dont stay in the park? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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nope. staying in the park works too. just saying those all inclusive packages are best whether in park or not [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:26 PM Flag
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how old are your kids? that makes all the difference. mine are little and we like to stay on property so we can go back to the hotel during the day for a little r&r by the pool. also, if you stay at a disney property, you can take advantage of extra magic hours. make reservations for all meals now. crystal palace in the magic kingdom is pretty decent. so is chef mickey's and 1900 park fare. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:29 PM Flag
[ - ] 3mo has been very fussy for a week now. drools a lot and doesn't sleep or drink properly during the second half of the day. whats going on? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.04.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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teething perhaps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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not too early for that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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can start as early as 3 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:16 PM Flag
[ - ] NYers: need a restaurant or bar w/ appetizers that also has bellydancing. 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.04.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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google nyc bars and belly dancing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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I went to Zagat and nothing. I need a lead. Any name would help and I want a recommendation, not a google response. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:10 PM Flag
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seriously you think we've all had experience sampling multiple bars with food and belly dancing? i've lived in nyc for 20 years and have never even heard of one such place. GOOGLE IT [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:11 PM Flag
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if you lived in nyc for 20 yrs you should have at least heard of layla, which closed. but you can be a sanctimonious bitch if you'd like [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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Shut the F up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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there are so many... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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did you check chowhound? There are (were?) a few on Atlantic Avenue... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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there is a turkish place in west 90 turquaz or similar that has that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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Yes, Turquaz has belly dancing - on Sat evenings I think. Bway around 100th St, opposite Metro Diner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:19 PM Flag
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try queens or someplace else with a larger middle eastern population. even greek places in astoria might have belly dancing. zagat's is probably not the way to go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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OP: Thank you everyone. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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Le Souk - 47 Avenue B. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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Tagine Dining - 537 Ninth Avenue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:25 PM Flag
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belly dancing like this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsmBNTE-xDg&NR=1 (youtube is a no porn zone if you are worryied.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:33 PM Flag
[ - ] what is the best deet-free insect repellent and where can i get it? thanks. in nyc 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.04.08, 02:03 PM Flag
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Dr. Mercola (google him) has one. It's mail order though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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^^^sorry, I meant you can only order it, it's not in stores. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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people love that Avon stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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Bullfrog Mosquito Coast is sunscreen/insect repellent in one. You can get it at the drugstore. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
[ - ] I hate being sick. Being a mom is not a walk in the park, but being a sick mom is one of the worst. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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totally sucks. I'm sorry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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I am feeling for you. It is really hard. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:00 PM Flag
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thanks all. nice to know that there are those out there who know what I'm going through. DH - do you hear that????? It sucks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:02 PM Flag
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Seriously, it's one of the hardest parts of it all. Having no down time in general is difficult, but having no down time, no non-mom time when you are ill is really awful. There is no emotional/physical "room" to recuperate. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:05 PM Flag
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totally agree. it messes the whole balance up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:04 PM Flag
[ - ] MIL is a physical wreck -- wheelchair-bound, you name it. db is getting bigger and squirmier i'm becoming uncomfortable with the idea of her holding him. is there any way of explaining this to her w/o crushing her? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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Figure out a way to make it work, even if that means you sitting directly in front of them so you could catch him if he fell. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:58 PM Flag
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ita [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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I'm afraid that I wouldn't catch him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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how can you not catch him if you are right there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:21 PM Flag
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Swaddle if you can. If not, then spot her or have dh spot her. She must recognize her limitations herself - but you do need to make it work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:01 PM Flag
[ - ] ever been 'in love' with someone you have never met. someone that means something to you, whom you don't know? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:56 PM Flag
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besides Noah Wyle? no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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np: me too! My firstborn is named Noah :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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does George Clooney count? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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i mean james nachtwey [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:01 PM Flag
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kind of like stalking? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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Well, I used to be in love with Dennis Quaid years ago. Right after the Big Easy movie came out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:01 PM Flag
[ - ] For Moms with small kitchens. What appliances can you not live without? I'm trying to pare down my kitchen for a move into a much smaller house. TIA 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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My kitchen is about 6x6. Must have toaster oven, in addition to the other three givens. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:17 PM Flag
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coffee maker, convection oven that's also toaster, microwave, and rice cooker (we eat rice daily) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:18 PM Flag
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rice cooker? just cook it on the stove. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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you clearly aren't asian [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:27 PM Flag
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Microwave and coffee maker. Otherwise, I store the toaster (which i never use and a mixer in a cupboard). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:20 PM Flag
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microwave, coffeemaker, toaster. have a mixer, blender and food processor stored away, which we use about once a year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:27 PM Flag
[ - ] I really miss the date stamp and the collapse post features. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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YES!!! Date stamp is a must. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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i never saw the datestamp on the old ub. not sure if it was a setting i had disabled or what. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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date and time is under options [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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