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[ - ] obama leaving his church. do you think this will have an effect on his support in the black community? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:01 AM Flag
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nope. remember, oprah left that church too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:03 AM Flag
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No. Or is support in the white community. He's not abandoning god, just leaving a church. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:46 AM Flag
[ - ] Any freelance writers on? I have a question. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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here. what's up? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:12 AM Flag
[ - ] So, what makes a name real? If I use my maiden name as my child's first name, does that make it less of a name than if I use John? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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who said its not real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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see post regarding Ellie - there is a poster who says only "proper" names are real. I'm wondering what "real" names mean. If it's my maiden name is it less real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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ignore other poster. name your kid what you want as long as other kids wont make fun of it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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Who died and left her Name Czar? Name your kid whatever you want. Miss Proper Name can properly kiss your ass. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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I agree. She is annoying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:36 AM Flag
[ - ] Interviewing a part time sitter/nanny (16 hours a week). What are your best interview questions? This is my first time through the process. I would like to ask her to sign a release to allow me to do a background check. Is this standard? Or will she think I am crazy. She works part time for another family and that family gave a very good review. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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they, supposedly, clean, cook, play highly educational games with their child all day? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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OP: I am sorry...Is this a sample question? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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it is an original statement with a question mark at the end to express doubt [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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OP: Alrighty then. Relevance? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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it doesn't matter if she thinks you are crazy. she should have nothing to hide. and if it makes you feel better, you should do it. signed, someone who doesn't even know her nanny's last name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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^^^also, my favorite interview question is something like "what do you see yourself doing with dc on an everyday basis" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:58 AM Flag
[ - ] SAHMs, not being snarky, but what do you do all day? I just got laid off and trying to figure out what to do with myself. Still have PT nanny. 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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age of dc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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5 and 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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i'm not currently a sahm but when i was, here was my schedule. took dcs to walk to school. took a walk and then dropped off next dc. took baby home where she played and i cleaned. then picked up older dc, came home, gave lunch, dcs infor a nap and i had a nice break (usually UB'ed or wasted time surfing the web). then it was quickly late afternoon, supper, baths ,etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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taxi the kids around to school, playdates, activities, playground time, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, manage household finances [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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Are you seriously wondering what to do? Entertain kids, attempt to do chores, shower, excercise, put kids down for naps - clean house, prep dinner, laundry - take kids to park, come home, make dinner, feed kids dinner, clean up dinner, bathe kids, put kids to bed, attempt to relax and spend qt with dh. Go to bed, start over at 7am. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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It's a legit question if you're not used to the rhythm of staying home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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That has to suck day after day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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repeat 365 times. kill self. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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Wow - it sucks a lot, but it's not that bad. What is your like day to day? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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I have a 2.5yo and a 6.5yo and it's summer now so I break things up in parts of day. AM, Lunch time, afternoon, evening... Go out in AM or Afternoon and do an activity outside the house. Have lunch or dinner out if possible... we do lots of picnics too. We are in burbs but near a city so we have lots of memberships at botanical gardens, zoo, children's museum, aqaurium. We also love to camp, hike, swim. So, plan some things but not overdone so you're not too busy - everyone will be exhausted if you do that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:59 AM Flag
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what burb? sounds like a great locale [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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And if you have a PT nanny use the time that she's there to do your own stuff: clean out closets, finally put together old photo albums. Go through kids closets and pack away/donate anything that no longer fits them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:17 AM Flag
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np: omg - I HATE those chores! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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Do you also have a house keeper? I do all the cleaning, laundry, organize for the exterminator to come, take three kids to three different schools, make breakfast, lunch, dinner, fill out all the darn forms for registration, take sick kid to doctor....all in one day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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up at 6 am. w/ 8 mo and 4 yo; get ready for 4's preschool drop-off; 9-11 db naps, I clean/tidy/take care of house business; lunch, p-u 4 yr old; afternoons are errands/outings for both of them (plus more napping), dinner and baths 5-7; make dinner for myself and dh, collapse on sofa [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:42 AM Flag
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you have been a mom for 5 years and you don't know? the same stuff you do over the weekend except DH is not there to help. Duh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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OP: It is different when it is day-to-day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:44 AM Flag
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Here's an idea...get rid of your nanny and spend time with your dc's while you can. I work full time,have nanny and wish I could just enjoy dc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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I am going back to work in 6 months and don't want to loose her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:43 AM Flag
[ - ] my dcs have no clothing to wear. my ds is really thin and size 3t pants are too short but size 4t falls straight off of him. dd is also thin and refuses to wear pants and all dresses and skirts seem so skimpy on her. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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Get pants with adjustable waistbands. That's what I do. Old Navy has them, Kohls, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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i'll have to go look. i usually try buying really cheap but i have a drawer full of cheap pants that won't fit him until next year. (i suspect that the cheaper places run bigger) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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None of the ones from Old Navy or Kohls are particularly expensive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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i'll go see what they have. thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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np: children's place, too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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old navy, gap, osh kosh all have adjustable waist pants [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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ok, thanks. i'm going to go see what they have. poor kid is going to be wearing corduroy pants today. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:54 AM Flag
[ - ] where is a good place to donate books in good condition. funny, reference, etc. all kinds! 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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the library [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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a prison. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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adult or children's books? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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adult [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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you can try the library. but you might be better off iwth a woman's shelter. or contact a soup kitchen or something and see if they want to have them available for people to take. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:56 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the meaning of "she is SO pregnant"? I'm not from from USA. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.01.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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i'm guessing it means far along in the pregnancy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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Could mean two things... if woman is not visibly pregnant and is denying pregnancy, people might say 'she is SO pregnant' to denote that they're on to her. If she is visibly pregnant and can barely see her feet people might say, 'she is SO pregnant' to mean that she is very, very pregnant and due to deliver anytime. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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np: i think its more likely to mean #1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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"so" meaning "very"...very obviously pregnant [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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she's fat [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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exactly - she's very big and far along in the pregnancy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:23 AM Flag
[ - ] I have a 5 yo and a 2 yo and having a baby soon. Has anyone seen shirts that say something like "Bigger Brother" and "Big brother" I could get for them from the baby? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.01.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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You can have them done at an embroidery shop if you want. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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cafe press [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:32 AM Flag
[ - ] moms who are a bit flabby and wear a tank top under tees/shirts to hold it in, can you pls post which brands you buy? I like my ON tanks but they do get loose too fast. Need to hold the tummy in (gently! ie don't want a corset thing!) but don't want to get a uniboob. Tia :) 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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try yummytummy or skinny'z [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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op:great!thank you! googled them both and yummie tummie sounds perfect for me (32DDD so hate having anything too tight up top - think skinny'z may not work, but I could be wrong...). Wld you happen to know where I can buy yummietummie in nyc, pls? tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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op again:don't worry, found the info on their website. duh! thank you - going to look for them tomorrow! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:48 AM Flag
[ - ] last nigiht was the 1st day sleep training my 6mo dd, it took her 30 min crying to fall asleep. She slept through 8 1/2 hour last night. At 10, I put her for a nap by herself and 10 min later, she is asleep. She fussed just a little. I cross my fingers, hoping a successful night tonight!!!! wish me good luck! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.01.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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Oh my goodness - you are my hope. I am going to try this tonight. Do you have a video monitor? Was it torture?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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Also - does she take a paci? Did you take that too? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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Are you really going to post this and then not offer answers to those of us in your shoes that need help? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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sorry just offline. She sucks her own thumb, we are lucky. It was a torture last night, she cried so angrily. I stayed outside of the door and was very torn. In fact I made the mistake to pick her up after 10 min, but after that my dh forbid me to go into the room. So 20 mins later, she was quiet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:31 AM Flag
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I felt horrible! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:31 AM Flag
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OK - now I'm scared, but hopeful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:34 AM Flag
[ - ] name poll: Flora 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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intestinal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:41 AM Flag
[ - ] Is Ellie a popular name? Not Elle, but Ellie....?? 33 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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not a name [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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I hate this response. A name can be whatever the parents choose it to be. Just because it's not something you've heard of as a proper name doesn't mean it's not a name. Is there a registered book of all names? Even webster's adds new words each edition - names can be new, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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you know i meant not a proper name- you can name your child poohole if you want [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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I know what you meant - I'm wondering who the authority is on proper names? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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oh, then why did you attempt to correct me? there are websites you can look up - they'll tell you that Ellie is a nickname for a proper name like Elanore or whatever happens to be the case [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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But who/what is the authority on proper names? Someone, somewhere made up all names. I mean, Madison wasn't a name until they used it in Splash - now it's a "real" name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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yeah, Madison was a surname and people adopted it as a family name, then it was bastardized [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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right, but if you search for it now, it's a real name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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[ Removed by moderator ] [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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But still a name - the derivation is that is used to be a surname. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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like i said, you could name a child Poohole [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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Then you are saying that any name chosen is a "real" name - so you're response that it's "not a name" is wrong. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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as i explained and op confirmed, we understood real names as proper names. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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where did op confirm that you and she agree on real names? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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^http://www.babynames.com/name/madison just the first site that came up "The meaning of the name Madison is Son Of Matthew The origin of the name Madison is English Alternate spellings include: Maddison A surname that has become widely used as a female first name. Madison was the name chosen by the mermaid in the 1984 movie "Splash," after seeing a Madison Avenue street sign." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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So, does this mean it's a real name or no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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only if your ancestors had the last name Madison [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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What did you name your kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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proper names [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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John and Ann? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:59 AM Flag
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Elanore? Maybe you should do some more research on names. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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np: well there is generally a common consensus. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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but from whom? I don't get this response? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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search a name and you'll get the derivation [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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So, if there's no derivation, then it's not a real name? That's absurd. That would mean that any "new" name isn't a name. I stand by my statement above, that even the Webster's dictionary adds new words. So, having said that, if Ellie becomes a popular name, then it would be "real". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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Is there a list of proper names somewhere? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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Denmark DOES have a book of registered baby names. Can't be a Danish citizen without one of the recognized official name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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I'm assuming op isn't Danish. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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I know of one Ellie - I think it's cute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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I know a couple of kids who go by Ellie, nn for Elinor and Eleana [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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Ellie is adorable. Cuter than Elle, sweeter than Eleanor. And I don't know any little ones. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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I know 3 born in the last year. Ellie's not Elle's most short for Eleanor. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:15 AM Flag
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ella, ellie, elle are all pretty much the same name if you are talking popularity. i agree it isn't a "real" name, sorry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 02:00 PM Flag
[ - ] ebay question:can a seller see if I'm watching an item? Want to get it but it doesn't have a "buy now" option...tia 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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sellers can see the number of people watching an item, but not who they are [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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op:does it make any difference? I mean, can they change the price depending on how many ppl are watching? first time ebay-er here, btw! The end date is 6 days from now... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:24 AM Flag
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no, they can't change the price once it's posted. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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op:ty. hope I can wait out the 6 days! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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above answers are correct. place your maximum bid (the most you are willing to pay, and wouldnt be upset if someone else won it for more) as late in the auction as you are comfortable - like with a minute to go. if it doesnt have buy it now, then there is no limit as to how high it can go. most bidding happens in last hour of auctions anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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op:ty! appreciate the advice. bidding ends sat @ 1 and we'll be out all day! I may have to place bid just before we leave and hope for the best. But really keen to get item. sister has her eye on it and her bd is coming up - wld be great if i could get it at 50% off... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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lots of fakes on ebay - check prior feedback on seller, and check authenticity guarantee. make sure they allow you to return it if it is false. and keep in mind that if they require a letter from a dealer/store in order to return, be aware that most won't provide you with a letter (which sellers know, and that's why they offer that) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:33 PM Flag
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you know, you can search 'completed listings' on ebay to see how much similar items often sell for. good luck. can i ask what the item is? I just say this because you have to be careful, many things on ebay can be fakes, like designer items. also, look at seller's feedback, should be 99% or more. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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op:thank you! the item is a handbag my sister has mentioned she wants to get. dh made a passing comment that maybe I should look on ebay ...and I did. Couldn't believe there was one [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:29 PM Flag
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be VERY careful. if it is designer, it is likely fake. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:32 PM Flag
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what brand is the handbag? don't worry - i'm not trying to steal it from you. just thinking we may be able to tell you the chances of it being fake. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:36 PM Flag
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op:not worried! it's called brontibay paris and she saw it on a trip to paris and loved it. Not sure which color she wanted but she probably won't turn away a gift! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:40 PM Flag
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okay! sounds good then. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:41 PM Flag
[ - ] Colleague introduced me as "Administrative Assistant" at a presentation - my title is "Administrative Director". Didn't correct infront of group, will not see this person until Tuesday. This is the third time it's happened. How should I handle it? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:18 AM Flag
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drop your card on her desk tomorrow [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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ita - that's really rude, there's no two ways about it. this person needs to respect you, and h/she clearly doesn't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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np:seems passive aggressive. since she's a colleague, why not just remind her? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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do they KNOW your title? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:27 AM Flag
[ - ] How can I tell if 14 mo is ready for one nap? She wakes at 5:30 naps from 9 - 11:30 and then sometimes doesn't nap for the rest of the day. TIA 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:13 AM Flag
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sounds like she's doing it naturally - that one nap may start being a little later. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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