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[ - ] Samantha or Anna? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Samantha Anne [ Reply | More
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Anna [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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no no no...i hate anne. just pick one or the other. my vote is anna. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:57 PM Flag
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Anna, definitely Anna. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:58 PM Flag
[ - ] Why? Is 3 months typical? This didn't happen to me last time I went off? Thanks. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:46 AM Flag
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^^^ sorry all: I've been off of UB for a while and couldn't figure out the new format. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:47 AM Flag
[ - ] Buying a bench at a local park (fundraising) any good ideas for a quote? something cute about kids and playing at parks. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:45 AM Flag
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You are worried about seeing him spend his early years in doing nothing. What! Is it nothing to be happy? Nothing to skip, play, and run around all day long? Never in his life will he be so busy again. ~Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Emile, 1762 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:52 AM Flag
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grab a Bartlett's and find one you like [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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i feel like Poohbear is a good source for this...i've been in several Pooh gardens [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:02 PM Flag
[ - ] I went off of the birth control pill in April, but still no period and not pregnant. Has anyone else had this? Thanks. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:39 AM Flag
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give it 3 months [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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why? Is 3 months typical? This didn't happen to me last time I went off the pill. Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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well, that's what it says in the literature that comes with the pill [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:49 AM Flag
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Oh, thanks. I didn't save the pack that came with my last pills. Do you know why? Will it make it more difficult to conceive again? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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because hormones ebb and flow, they don't turn off and on like a switch. i doubt it, but, can't say [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:55 AM Flag
[ - ] i feel like an awful person. my sister has been divorced for ten years. it has been very hard on me as i just started a family and have two toddlers. she has been a great aunt but acts a bit resentful when she is here . she only comes when dh is out and always seems a bit odd around him. she has two older dcs (she is 15 yrs older than me) and she is constantly talking about ex. his money his girlfriend his house and how he is a bad dad especially around her kids. i blew up the other day and told her to get her own life that this is pathetic. i told her she was a frightening person to think she is still so stuck in her marriage thats over . i also said you were the one to leave him so why bother complaining about him. well she has ended our relationship now. she and her daughter were supposed to come and see dd's little show today and i know dd will be so hurt. i feel like i should of shut up for my dcs sake so they could have family but i ruined it for them. most of our family lives out of state 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:37 AM Flag
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uh, ok, that wasn't the most sensitive or tactful way to support her growth. really cruel. i have been there with an aunt that i'm really close to. cannot get past her divorce and it was 14 years ago. still cries about it...but that's who she is. it isn't "pathetic". it is like a death forsome people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:40 AM Flag
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i understand that but she is my sister and i want her to have a life a full life. i also dont think its fair for her kids to hear how bad their father is. she left her husband and now she has to get help to get over it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:42 AM Flag
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well, there would have been better was of helping her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:43 AM Flag
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itda!! she's living in a relationship that ended *10 years ago* sounds like she needs to be shocked out of her crippling obsession/depression. good for you, op. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:33 PM Flag
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You need to apologize, over and over again if necessary. It's one thing to offer a suggestion, or to express sympathetic worry, like to say that you're concerned about her trashing their dad in front of the kids. It's another thing to call her "frightening" and "pathetic." That's not loving and it's not compassionate. You blew up and you need to own it and let her know you love her and you're truly sorry and you'll wait for her to forgive you and you'll listen to what she has to say. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:11 PM Flag
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i wouldn't even say that you were worried about her trashing their dad. just say you are sorry and that you shouldn't have said those things to her. grovel. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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Yeah, I agree. Grovel. Later, much later, when you've repaired your relationship, you can earn back the right to express concern about her behavior. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:15 PM Flag
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First, you owe her an apology. Second, I think there are more productive ways to come at her than to put her down. Maybe ask her what she thinks would make her life better and more fulfilling at this point. Not a joke, but say that you notice she is often thinking about her ex and you worry and would like to help her get to a different point. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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I guess I disagree with the other responders. Sometimes people need to shaken up to get out of their ruts. I'm sure you have tried to help her and support her for years of this. You can apologize for the way you put it, but she needed to hear this. If she never speaks to you again because of this, she was never going to get over it or change anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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this is her sister, not some friend. it is important for her to have a relationship with her sister. i wouldn't put not speaking to each other so lightly when it comes to family [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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I don't think she is taking it lightly. I think it's been 10 years of watching her sister throw away her life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:20 PM Flag
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no, i think YOU are taking it lightly. she should apologize. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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I didn't say she shouldn't. But sometimes even family relationships should not be continued if they are just poisonous. Without someone to constantly complain to (and reinforce her behavior), maybe her sister will meet some new people and finally move on to a positive life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:28 PM Flag
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BS. she's enabling her sister by not - until now - telling her the truth, as hard as it is to hear. also, can you imagine the amount of bitching op has put up with over the years??? ugh! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:36 PM Flag
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Good to see someone agreeing with me (OR). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:45 PM Flag
[ - ] Any NEST moms on? How's the afterschool program? Also, have you heard of the budget cuts affecting anything specific there (NEST, in general, I mean)? TIA! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.01.08, 11:34 AM Flag
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just means more fundraising for all you lucky winners of the lottery! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:08 PM Flag
[ - ] any princeton area moms on? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:34 AM Flag
[ - ] McCain or Obama? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:32 AM Flag
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McCain [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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Obama [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:47 AM Flag
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HILARY [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:08 PM Flag
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Obama [ Reply | More
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Unhappy with the choices, but Obama [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:10 PM Flag
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McCain [ Reply | More
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obama [ Reply | More
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obama [ Reply | More
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mccain [ Reply | More
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obama [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 01:07 PM Flag
[ - ] what's a good first outdoor shoe for 13mo? is it too early for crocs? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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we always did tevas for the summer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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my 13 mo has a umi sandals. i really like them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:19 PM Flag
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are they water proof for the sprinklers? we had umis for my older dd (well, they were elefentens back then)-they are cute but not sure if good in water [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:21 PM Flag
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oh, not good for the water. we don't have water shoes yet, but i noticed that reef had some nice, high quality looking ones out. also, i'm sure you could get away with ones from target or something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:23 PM Flag
[ - ] Monogomy is overrated... 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:19 AM Flag
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it's also spelled wrong...monogamy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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what is monogomy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:20 AM Flag
[ - ] almost divorced mom here. db is 20 mo. have a man interested in me. when/how does it come up that I am an attachment parenting mom and ds still breastfeeds and sleeps in my bed?! this could get interesting. then again, I am looking for the right man, anyway.... 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:08 AM Flag
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just a word of advice...do not consider dating any man that wants you before you're divorced. not "the right man". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:22 AM Flag
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disagree. Any man who sticks by you while you're going through divorce can definitely be the right man [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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i hope so, but, i don't think so. and i've seen this situation a few times [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:29 AM Flag
[ - ] who is the best adult orthodontist in NYC ? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:57 AM Flag
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aww. i don't think there is one? you put brackets on teeth and tighten, not much finesse there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:24 AM Flag
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smart... knowledgable... great post... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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that is not true. i posted below about my dr. my friend also had braces and her doctor charged more for clear braces (mine didn't, said the extra cost was negligible and didn't want to overcharge his customers) ALSO her doctor didn't even attempt to fix her severe overbite. and it was and is severe. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:05 PM Flag
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i had a great dr! dr. adam goodman. his office is in midtown. super nice [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:03 PM Flag
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thank you. that is the type of info I was looking for. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:04 PM Flag
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yes, don't listen to the poster above. my doctor was great and worked with me for payments (insurance didn't kick in until a month later and he said it was OK and put my braces on and charged me the following month). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:06 PM Flag
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what did you go to him for ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:05 PM Flag
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i got braces. he is very honest. i even asked about the invisalign and he could haev given them to me and charged me 2x the money but he refused to do it because he said that it would only work OK and wasn't right for my teeth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:07 PM Flag
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happy with your decision ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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oh yeah my teeth are beautiful. it sucked for about a year but who cares? i totally totally recommend him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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thanks... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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here is his website. i haven't been to him since he moved offices. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:15 PM Flag
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http://www.goodortho.com/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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thanks again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:32 PM Flag
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np: I had the scummy ortho who sold me on Invisalign. They didn't really work, I'm out a ton of money, and my new dentist said he sees tons of adults like me scammed on Invisalign. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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OR: yes, this is exactly why it is important to get a good ortho. mine used invisalign, but won't tell you to do it if it won't work. he is VERY reputable and treats some child actors too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:19 PM Flag
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I have been told that many people are unhappy with the results after Invisalign and that they were "sold" on it originally because of the fear of metal... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:19 PM Flag
[ - ] Seriously, just turning 40 and it's as if the announcement has been made to my metabolism. Anyone noticed how weight just "stays" when you hit 40 ?! My ass is becoming tremendous and I don't think my diet or exercise has changed... ick... 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:55 AM Flag
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you just have to work a little harder now. I'm 45 and in good shape but I do find it leaves me much more quickly than it used to! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:56 AM Flag
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It's true. I have been exercising 3-4 x per week for 6 weeks, cutting back on eatig and I have lost a total of 1.5 lbs. Hardly seems worth the effort. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:56 AM Flag
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I'd love to say "I'm embracing my womanly curves", but I'm not... I like my curves a tad less curvier... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:58 AM Flag
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yes, unless you gain muscle. caloric restriction...your body will laugh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:25 AM Flag
[ - ] I've lost much respect for Obama since he resigned from his church. 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:47 AM Flag
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Well, that's what you get for respecting him in the first place. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:49 AM Flag
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i suppose respecting the rep ticket is much wiser... they have been upfront and honest... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:51 AM Flag
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You seem really naive. This is politics. None of them are up-front and honest. Some are worse than others, but they are all in the same game [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:01 AM Flag
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One side of the game told some super big nasty lies that have caused some really super big nasty problems for everyone. I'm not naive, I'm pissed off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:06 AM Flag
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This hasn't always been politics. At one time it was more noble and a "public trust". Now it is a trust fund for a select few... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:09 AM Flag
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lol, ita! a total nobody who now insures another 4-8 years of republicans!\ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:38 PM Flag
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he's a politician, just like any other. He'll do whatever he has to to distance himself from negative publicity. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:51 AM Flag
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ding ding ding! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:56 AM Flag
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Not me. Nothing about that church has changed in the last month. He was a participating member for 20 years, and now that everything is out in the open, he is bowing to the pressure. I would have more respect for him if he stayed a member. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:53 AM Flag
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oops, misread post--I agree with you op! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:53 AM Flag
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i think you're a bit naive about politics. if someone wouldn't eat their first born to get into office, they have no business running for president. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:31 AM Flag
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np: I agree with you, but still have lost respect for him as a person. (And quite frankly think what the latest pastor said is pretty spot-on!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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how do you resign from a church? Don't you just stop going? Do you have to enroll to go in the first place? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:49 AM Flag
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many churches have memberships. I assume this means he's no longer a member. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:13 PM Flag
[ - ] HELP me out here, Ladies: good friends are getting married in Virgin Gorda in August. We have 2 dc's (5&1). I just looked at the flights--we will *literally* spend all day in the air on the way down and one on the way back. I am sck to my stomach imagining this (we took both dc's to virgin islands in Nov with sitter and the travel was brutal). Should I just send DH by himself? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:44 AM Flag
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yes, or I would just decline. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:46 AM Flag
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OP: DH has to go. Best friend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:47 AM Flag
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I'd just send him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:49 AM Flag
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ditto, Destination weddings are a pita. Who wants to go to Virgin Gorda in the middle of the summer anyway? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:54 AM Flag
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OP: it's going to be hot as hell, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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doesn't seem fair to dc's. i would decline. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:48 AM Flag
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Can you just decline? Destination weddings are so hard for people with little kids. I would totally understand. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:48 AM Flag
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ditto. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:48 AM Flag
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if it were december, i might want to convince you to go, but in august????? seriously, i think dh has to suffer alone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:47 AM Flag
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