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[ - ] Damn, I missed the Mole premier! 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
[ - ] Does HM counsel out 3 or 4 kids every year per grade? Does Dalton? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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Gosh, I hope not. Last year, heard (secondhand) of DC in lower school at HM being counseled out. Family was fighting it. Turned us off to HM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:44 AM Flag
[ - ] child abuse! 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:23 PM Flag
[ - ] If HRC doesn't get the VP spot do you think she and Bill will divorce? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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there are other good spots she can get, ambassador or something [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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After that article in Vanity Fair??? I sure as hell would, but you know what.. my sense is that they have "an understanding" so, if she loves him enough to forgive him his flaws, who am I to judge? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:27 PM Flag
[ - ] Amyone hire a pro organizer for the home? How did they they begin the process? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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they came in and asked what my goals were. Also, evaluated how I live so they could set up a system that worked for me not necessarily what other people would do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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Any unique solutions to your chaos? Example? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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the biggest thing for me is to put like with like ie all extension cords and tools together in one place, zones in the kitchen ie baking pans near the baking supplies, all bowls together, etc. All art supplies for the kids near the art table. Also, I have a plastic container that I call the mess buster box and I go through all my rooms and pick up whatever doesn't belong put it in the box and return it to its right spot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Never done it, but it would be my dream job. I'd be really good at it. I think they make piles (keep, toss, etc) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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So your home is really organized? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:24 PM Flag
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Within an inch of its life! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Share your best tips!!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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A misc basket in each room for quick clean up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:48 PM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone know if I can cash in Spanish currency from the 1950s? Is it worth anything, now that the euro has taken over? Where to go? tia 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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Unless you have a LOT of it, I wouldn't bother. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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i think $400 of the old currency [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:21 PM Flag
[ - ] Not for nothing I am a HRC supporter. However, that being said, I am proud of Obama and what he has been able to accomplish. I think it's an amazing feat to be nominated as a person of color and it makes me feel very proud. Now let's hope he puts HRC on the ticket too! 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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Ita (but HRC doesn't have to be VP, she'd make a great supreme court judge!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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I would put her in the cabinet to head up health care. I would put Edwards on the cabinet to work on poverty issues. I would put Sebilius on the ticket for VP - all the benefits of Hillary without the baggage (plus, more experience and respected in places like Ohio) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:30 PM Flag
[ - ] Betsey Gotbaum & a number of councilpersons are holding a press conference tomorrow to get the DOE to deal with the public PreK mess (wrongfully rejected kids) at the Tweed building on chamber, behind City Hall, at 12:45. 41 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.03.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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I really wish that the new governor would push Bloomberg & Klein around on this. Where is our leadership??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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^^^ To clarify, I don't mean on the preK issue specifically, but on the myriad failures of the DOE and the way the city is pitting families against each other in this budget battle. It is thoroughly disgusting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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hope the g&t process is her next battle. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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this is effing ridiculous. it's pre-k. NO ONE IS ENTITLED TO PRE-K!!!!!!!!! you poor, aggrieved umc mommies who are willing to fight to the death over city-issued finger paint, go knock yourselves out. you repulse me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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why does it repulse you? They had a list of admissions criteria/priorities & they didn't follow it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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she's the same pinko dumbass who screams that UMC people have no right to anything every chance she gets. she repulses me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:26 PM Flag
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it just makes me laugh that the liberals never put their money where their mouth is. oh, more money for public aid! for workfare! for job training for those in poverty! but you take my free pre-k spot from me when i can afford to pay for a babysitter and i will f&cking rip your face off. screw anyone who actually needs free childcare! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:33 PM Flag
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np: ITA. Like the mom crowing about the new finished basement for her brownstone because her kid got into public pre-k. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:35 PM Flag
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ugh. disgusting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:36 PM Flag
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you are so annoying and you seem to have no idea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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I am so enjoying my brownstone. You should get one. It's a very peaceful lifestyle, maybe you would not have so much rage. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:36 PM Flag
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ahem. pinko actually refers to liberals. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:35 PM Flag
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ahem, i was referring to the pinko a$$hole who thinks the UMC people can just go pay for preschool. it is this attitude that ruins public school for many [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:41 PM Flag
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umc people can pay for preschool. or they can skip preschool and sahm or hire a nanny. what's so hard to understand here? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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why should they? why should they not have access to public education just because they can afford to do otherwise. build more headstart peograms, and let all members of the public have access to public education [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:02 PM Flag
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oh, i get it. let someone else deal with the problem. i'll take what's mine, thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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Then why stop with pre-K? Lots of publics are overcrowded now. I guess all UMC families should send dc to private school. Or if they can't get into a private school, they can home school or hire a tutor. That ought to be great for the public school system. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:16 PM Flag
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huge difference. pre-k is not necessary, so there isn't a spot for everyone who wants one. you're guaranteed a seat in a public k. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:18 PM Flag
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No, you're not. K is not required in NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:21 PM Flag
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you're hairsplitting. boe has always given themselves an out, but name one dc who has been denied a seat in k. (i'm not saying their zoned k, i'm saying any k.) it's very different from pre-k. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:23 PM Flag
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You're the one who started with the hairsplitting, actually. It's not a huge difference. K isn't mandatory, and as long as dc is being educated by SOMEONE, like parents or a tutor, they're not obligated to attend a school. Your argument that the UMC should opt out of public pre-K and pay their own way applies just as well for K and beyond. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:28 PM Flag
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exactly. public education is for the public, not just those who cannot afford private education. where on earth did she come up with this idea? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:32 PM Flag
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when resources are limited, you give to those most in need. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:12 PM Flag
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some would argue you should give them to those most able to make good use of them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:35 PM Flag
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np: And you think you can tell who that will be? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:36 PM Flag
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nnp. I think I could, but I also think you won't like the answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:40 PM Flag
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Probably, because if I followed my own criteria for this, my own DS would be dumped by the side of the road instead of getting a great education (he's SN). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:42 PM Flag
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I happen to think everyone should have equal access without need being factored in. too much of a slippery slope. while were at it, can we get rid of rent control/stabilization too??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:36 PM Flag
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np. I wish. And ITA about the equal access. The ideal solution seems obvious: Create more programs. But I don't think UPK will ever come to pass, do you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:45 PM Flag
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you've missed her point. she was attacking liberals. she's clearly not a pinko. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:50 PM Flag
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no I was responding to the woman who asked her why she is repulsed, and was talking about her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:59 PM Flag
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does anyone know this for a fact? or is it just ub rumor? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:36 PM Flag
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Yes, the press conference if for real. It is on Inside Schools, Park Slope Parents, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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no, not the press conference. the screw-up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:48 PM Flag
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yup, it is a problem citywide. My daughter did't get in at sister's school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:56 PM Flag
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np: For pre-k, or kindergarten? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:03 PM Flag
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for PreK; botched K at PS 261. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:09 PM Flag
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We are at 261. Are you zoned? I don't get what happened - there is still sibling preference for zoned kids in pre-K (our #2 is in for next year, it never seemed like he wouldn't be). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:27 PM Flag
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that's one example. how is that evidence of a problem citywide? did non-sibs get in to 261? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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Do you really expect to get sufficient responses on UB to prove it's a citywide problem? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:24 PM Flag
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i expect someone not to generalize using their own situation as evidence of some grand conspiracy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 08:25 PM Flag
[ - ] does anyone have experience with the neuropsych Jane Gooen-Piels? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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My experience with her was absolutely terrible. I came in with some deep personal issues that needed to dealt with slowly and with a caring hand - and instead she confronted me and made me feel even worse than when i came in. I felt judged and distressed. To top it off, instead of allowing me to follow up with these issues at later sessions, she called me after a few sessions and told me she no longer could see me and didnt even give me the courtesy of an "exit session". I was left angst-ridden and abandoned. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.04.10, 06:00 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone taking cytomel? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
[ - ] Pros and cons of a 3 year age difference? (Not like I have a choice at this point!) 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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None. It's ideal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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pro: #1 can help you out a bit; con: #1 might be jealous, #1 will not nap so you'll have no down time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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^^ another pro #1 can entertain him/herself while you need to feed #2 and they can go on drop off playdates! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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^^ another pro; cuter pictures of the 2 of them together b/c #1 can follow directions! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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Pros: It's easier to deal with newborn bc #1 is more independent. I think there's less rivalry with this age gap bc #1 is less of a baby when #2 comes along. Cons: The only one I've found so far is that it takes longer for them to be able to play together. Oh, and #1 has a lot of stuff I've had to keep away from #2 (chokable toys, markers, etc.). Mine are almost 6 and almost 3 now, and I love the 3-year gap! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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Pro: one is a senior in high school when the other one is a freshman. Con: the first one is old enough to realize the second one is stepping on toes (competition) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:28 PM Flag
[ - ] i feel like i never belong any where. i'm a foreigner and feel isolated from my culture and never welcomed by the americans. help.. i feel like crying 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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What is your home culture? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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i'm iranian [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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Bless you... I can only imagine how this ignorant country must make you feel! I am American by birth, and I'm also known as Opera Mom on this board. I just finished (yesterday!) making the third recording of this incredible classical vocal music by Iranian composer Reza Vali. He's a professor at Carnegie Mellon, and his music is absolutely beautiful. Traditional and original Persian poetry. Knowing him and familiarizing myself with his music has made me fall in love with Iranian/Persian culture. You have a beautiful heritage! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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thank you. i wish all others saw the beauty rather than judge me and make me feel like an outsider [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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Most people really and truly don't feel any animosity towards you. It's just hard to see them when ignorance is so obvious. Celebrate your culture and remind people freely that the government isn't your fault personally. I apologize for Bush all the time when abroad, and go out of my way to tell people I did NOT vote for him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:22 PM Flag
[ - ] We live in Brooklyn. Would you consider sending your 5 yo to a school in Manhattan knowing you would have to drive them to school everyday over the bridge? Can't do the subway due to having a second child and no accessible subways within walking distance for the stroller. I'm actually too small to carry the stroller up and down stairs. And before you flame, please don't be rude because I have a physical limitation. 32 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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Is there any way to get private bus service? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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You can get your child bused. It happens all the time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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how do you do that? ask the school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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I believe so. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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My understanding is that DOE will not bus kids across district lines. Of course privates may handle things differently. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:27 PM Flag
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They will if you live in a failing school district. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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big ole waste of our tax dollars. use the money to fix the school. why should one person's kid get bused out, while all the others remain. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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can't get interboro busing to a public school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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but you can for private/parochial. Doesn't that just killya? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:43 PM Flag
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I think I'd consider it for the right school in Manhattan. Driving would be a pain, but if you can't do the subway, then it's the only way. Nest? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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we chose not to apply to manhattan schools more because - if something happens again - we didn't want to be on the other side of the river from our dd. i have friends who take their preschooler to manhattan via subway and it is quite an ordeal even with the subway. that said, the competition for the brooklyn schools is so intense, there's just no easy answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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I would consider it if you couldn't get your child into a decent school in Brooklyn. But if the Manhattan school is just a little better, and you have a decent bkln school, stay local. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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most reasonable answer here. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:02 PM Flag
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I think you are asking a lot of yourself. I would consider moving before that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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highly unlikely [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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sounds like a pain but might be worth it. What is the situation with the school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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No, I don't think I would. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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When my DD was 3-4 , we had to drive in everyday because my mom lives in the city. She also went to pre-school in the area. The drive was not bad becasue we would hop on the HOV lane , thru the tunnel and were at our destination within 20 minutes. But it was expensive - tolls, gas, Parking. MOst days I would dress her while she continued sleeping and she would keep sleeping in the car. She got used to it. For us it was not about a great school but about a caregiver we could trust. If we get our first choice for G&T , we will be doing it again next year. Now there is two , so I know there will be challenges. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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move your ass to manhattan. you sound like a very high maintenance woman. for god's sake, give up the big apt in brooklyn and learn to live like a manhattanite in order to save the sanity of your kids, if not yourself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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I wonder if there is a way for you to talk with other families who have made the decision and lived through a year of commuting. Perhaps if you get a spot in the school, you could contact them and get a number or e-mail address? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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are you a little person? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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i'm confused. you have a physical limitation but you are considering driving two dcs (one an infant) into manhattan every day during rush hour? isn't this a no-brainer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Honestly, it can be a PITA! We live on the UES and my DS is in K at Fieldston (in Riverdale). He takes the bus -- but we are also at the school lots (for special programs, parent meetings, etc.). I think that it's the right school for him, but I also sometimes wonder about our choice! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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I hope this isn't too personal, but how long is your commute? How much longer would make it undoable? Not OP, but I'm considering a lengthy commute as well. TIA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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OP: thanks for the responses. just like every other mom, i'm just trying to do the best thing for my child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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That commute in general, but in particular with a baby as well, will be so stressful for the family. I suppose it might be worth it for a very special school that you think will fit your DC to a T, but if you can find as-good or even nearly-as-good options closer to you, that would be a better deal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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there is something whiny and annoying about you...hate to say. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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No, I wouldn't, unless the other option was a really bad school. It's not only too much for you, I think it's stressful for the kid, and it's going to make playdates hard too. Sometimes what's best for the child is having a mother who isn't driving herself crazy trying to do what's best for him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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ah...a voice of reason [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 07:05 PM Flag
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We have many, many parents who do it at our school in the village. Even people from Staten Island. They all drive in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 02:48 PM Flag
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We live in Manhattan and I'm bringing my DC to Brooklyn every day for school, so sure.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 06:36 PM Flag
[ - ] Anybody take Seroquel? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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Nobody??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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Don't make me go ask YBM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
[ - ] Give me strength: ILs informed us today they will be staying with us Saturday and Sunday evenings.... mind you, we have Saturday plans, so I've no idea when they think they are arriving... and, um- now I have to feed these people too?!? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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good: they can babysit and you don't have to pay them and Sunday night you can order takeout and get a huge bottle of wine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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I like the sunday idea.... Saturday it's a family party with DS... but DH and I are considering slipping out on Sunday afternoon.... thx for the perspective! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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free babysitting and the wine will take away all of the annoying BS they throw at you when you come back!!!! At least it's not for a week or so (which I will be facing soon). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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OY, my sympathies... though we faced that a couple of weeks ago and survived. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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wine is my friend, wine is my friend. And honestly, free babysitting doesn't suck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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This shall be my mantra. TY. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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not every sat & sun evening? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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oops- no, (the horror!)... just the upcoming one, but they just DUMP it on us and if we refuse, we are EVIL, KWIM? They do this often too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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