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[ - ] am part of the Wall Street fallout, main breadwinner for our family and want to start my own company (investing/consulting) - will require little venture capital (which I know well). Fiance is very UNsupportive because I have been repaying a loan (to him), I haven't sold my apt yet and my best guy friend gave me a pep talk to do it and I have people already interested in the biz. Fiance said "it's not the best time to do this." I told him I need a supportive partner who believes in ME and he's all pissy with me now. WWYD? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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^ or recommendation to good therapist in NYC for this kind of situation [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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hmmmmm - you sound v. smart and I think you should really go with your gut feeling on this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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I can see why he's unhappy if you still owe him money. Pay him off then do what you think will be best for your family. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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think HARD about what life will be like married to someone like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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How much $ do you owe him? Why did you borrow $ from him? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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what's the deal with owing the fiance money? you're about to be related with co-mingled funds. I could never marry someone who didn't support me in my goals. you guys need to be on the same page on this and he should get over this "loan" if he's going to marry you. is he going to keep all of your finances separate after marriage? how will he survive if you're the main breadwinner? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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agree [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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agreed! my dh launched his own business before we were engaged and although I didn't fund anything, I was main breadwinner as business got off the ground. If he needed $, totally would have GIVEN it to him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 09:48 AM Flag
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ita. if he is wary of it because he thinks it is too risky that is one thing, but if he is actually concerned about the money you owe him, he is being a jerk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 09:51 AM Flag
[ - ] we have $83k in savings. should we put down a full 20% down (75k) and use the rest for closing costs & establish HELOC for house repairs & emergency fund? we'll be left w/ $4k in credit card debt. the idea of comparing PMI vs. HELOC vs. rates is making my head spin!!! wwyd? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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can you pay the CC debt $1K a month (get extra summer job, etc)? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:56 AM Flag
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no. we'll be able to pay it when dh gets bonus, which won't be till April :-( [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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PMI is only about $100 more per month. It's not the greatest thing to be paying and is not tax deductible. Maybe talk to your loan officer and get a 2nd mortgage to pay off your cc debt. Interest is tax deductible on that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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np: it actually is tax deductible now - part of the changes that were made last year [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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Then OP should go with whatever option gets her a better rate - putting the 20% down and getting HELOC or paying off cc debt now. The trick will be to NOT to get into cc debt again with home related purchases. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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Take out the HELOC now when you are uchasing the home and it is easily avaiable. Often when you need it most, you can't get a HELOC. I would put down somewhere between $65k and $75k (at whichever number you are comfortable with) and use the HELOC to fund the difference, and then finance the mortgage at 80 percent. But no matter what, apply for the HELOC now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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put down 20%, take out extra to cover CC debt and maybe a little beyond that to cover other costs but at a lower interest rate then CC. Do not rack up and more CC debt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:33 AM Flag
[ - ] are either of these on the UWS? need single process. thanks. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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You keep making new posts so no one will know wht you are talking about. Warren Tricomi is on 57th between 5th and 6th. They will take a walk in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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whoops, sorry--just figuring out new boards! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:56 AM Flag
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And if you are totally stuck you can get fanciful rinse in a brown shade and cover your roots daily until you can get to colorist. It washed completely out with one shampoo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:56 AM Flag
[ - ] good gift for 1yo who has older siblings. Something that has come out in the past year or two. I have no idea since dcs are older. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:51 AM Flag
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My 1yo was obsessed with this ball roll game (Rollipop or something like that). Put the balls at the top they roll down. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:56 AM Flag
[ - ] saw the SATC movie last night...it was great. I was surprised at how good the writing was. It's not Oscar material by any means, but it was good. And Chris Noth...hot! I love him. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:50 AM Flag
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he looks pasty and made up in the promos [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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op - he looks sexy and hot to me. The ideal older, cool guy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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...with commitment issues and a huge sex drive! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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nothing wrong with that. I married a younger version of Big...that's why I am partial to him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:31 AM Flag
[ - ] IF at 12 weeks pregnant, my jeans are getting snug around my butt and thighs, that's just plain fat right? Or is it the pregnancy (do you swell everywhere?) 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:50 AM Flag
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Could be either. Are you eating more? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:51 AM Flag
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For sure... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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But, for the first 9-10 weeks or so, I was eating more but my weight stayed the same. Suddenly, I feel uncomfy in my jeans. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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Two choices then... eat less or just enjoy the excuse of the pregnancy and worry about it later (I did the second option!). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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yes, your butt does get bigger, extra padding in case you fall down. Mother nature is cool [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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Everything gets a little bigger; especially before your belly gets big, you'll notice some extra weight elsewhere. Congratulations! It's a great excuse to go shopping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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water weight gain and yes probably a little bit of spread in that area. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:25 AM Flag
[ - ] How can I get my 11 mo to sleep past 5:15? He goes down between 6:30-7:30, sleeps through the night. TIA. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:49 AM Flag
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i ignore dd until for about 30 mins. sometimes she falls back asleep [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:50 AM Flag
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op: hm, that's interesting,haven't tried. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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I did this too with #2, with #1 I got up and fed, and 5 years later, he's STILL an early riser where #2 will sleep late. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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^^I ignored [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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op: and how often would db fall back asleep when you ignored? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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i had to put mine down later, people will tell you it doesn't work but it does, they only need so much sleep at night, i got mine to finally sleep until 6am, that is the latest he will ever sleep though, some are just early early risers. the latest mine can stay up is 8pm or he gets too exhausted [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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mines sleep until 10am [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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had to push bed time back. mine used to wake up at 4am until i realized he does not sleep more than 10hrs at night. so i adjusted bedtime accordingly. now 8pm-6am. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 09:03 AM Flag
[ - ] My colorist just canceled on me--desperately need to get hair done today. Any recommendations for either specific people or decent salons on UWS? Two Do is totally booked today. Thanks. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.31.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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thomas at john barrett is great, have no idea if he has openings today [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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Warren Tricomi has good colorist. What do you need done? single or highlight or both? What color is your hair? You can use the temp (wash out color) for a few days if you are just covering gray. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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are either of these on the UWS? need single process, but really want to get it completely done today, not use temp color. thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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You should try Xac Anthony Salon in Chelsea!! Amazing Cuts and colorists and they are very friendly and affordable! I go and I've sent my friends and they ALL love it and are very happy!!! www.xacanthony.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.12.08, 08:52 AM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone know if there is an age requirement for the play area in Ikea? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:41 AM Flag
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not 100 percent sure, but believe it is diaper trained and a height requirement. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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DD is not potty trained.. she is 2.9. Can she play there if DH is with her? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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I don't think grown ups can go in [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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np: adults are not allowed in [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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np - I think you are right...probably worried about predators. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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sorry, i don't remember, but they give you a receipt like at the dry cleaners and it says that you can't claim your kid without it. that always cracked me up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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my dc got lice at Ikea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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how do you know she got it at Ikea? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:00 AM Flag
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how can you pinpoint where your dc got the lice? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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there's a maximum height allowed, approx 42 inches I think [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:00 AM Flag
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that's small! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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they have to be fully potty trained and there is a height min and max - not sure what they are. Parents are not allowed in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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must be potty trained and over 37 inches. I am certain of this. DD is 37 exactly, have been potty trained for a year and they still would not let her in. They said must be OVER 37 inches. Kid was in tears as DH has promised her, this really sucked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 07:44 AM Flag
[ - ] feel badly for the family of the crane operator. was supposed to be married june 21 too. very sad 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:39 AM Flag
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very sad [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:42 AM Flag
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Was he the only fatality? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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no, another construction worker too. he was an albanian immigrant who won the green card lobby. also feel badly for him-so much for coming to the us to make a better life. also very sad [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:46 AM Flag
[ - ] Has anyone been to Dutch Wonderland in PA? THinking of going there with 2 yo and 4 yo. Any recs for places to stay? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:39 AM Flag
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Yes, I took my twins and sextuplets there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
[ - ] have sex 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:34 AM Flag
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ok. When? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:46 AM Flag
[ - ] want to give 8mo yogurt for 1st time. do i give her the full fat kind, or reduced fat, or no fat?? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:25 AM Flag
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full fat, but what flavor/type do you think? my ped said I could try with my 7 mo but I dont know what flavor toith. cant do berries, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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mix plain with vanilla [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:50 AM Flag
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Full fat plain yogurt or Greek yogurt on it's own or with fruit puree mixed in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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i do berries in yogurt for 7 mo old, he eats yo baby with blueberries, and yo baby with apples, it is full fat, and is delicious, it is making me fat [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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do plain whole milk and stir in baby fruit (and baby oatmeal if you want) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 08:54 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone have success with 'baby whisperer' or 'no cry sleep' techniques for sleeping. I have been trying for a few weeks with 3mth old. Going back to work on monday and he still wakes up every 2 hours during the night. Only feeding twice in the night (11pm and 3am) but it's a struggle! Any advice welcome! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:21 AM Flag
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I used Babywhisperer but my ds didn't sleep through the night until he was fully weaned onto cows milk. While I bf he still fed once a night (which was ok with me). You can try increasing the last feed of the day and gradually reduce the night feeds by a few mins every couple of days (do one probably the 11pm one then the other). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:50 AM Flag
[ - ] What wont you dress you dc in? Me-the Disney princess trio and logo driven clothes-ie. Old navy GAP, Baby Phat, echo red, juicy etc. Blech. 22 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.31.08, 06:12 AM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:13 AM Flag
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leather onesies. tacky [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:13 AM Flag
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Why not old navy or gap? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:16 AM Flag
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Why not any of them? I dont like clothing with the brand name plastered across the chest, sleeve etc. Rarely is the writing small. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:18 AM Flag
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Neither do I, but have never had anything from Old Navy of Gap that has the brand name anywhere but on the inside label. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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Gap has their name in huge letters on thier sweats, tshirts, jackets. ON the same but not to the same extent as GAP. I meant some things, not all of their clothing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:26 AM Flag
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My dc will wear anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:19 AM Flag
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You mean you will dress dc in anything? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:20 AM Flag
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Both, I guess. DC is 6. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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no brand names (rarely any writing) and definitely nothing about princesses [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:20 AM Flag
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Won't dress dd in those glittery shirts that say "princess" or "gorgeous" or "supermodel" or something like that. Won't dress ds in shortalls. Don't love the character stuff but my kids have plenty of character pj's and one or two tshirts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:25 AM Flag
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op-oh yes! I hate the glittery excell stuff to with ribbons whistles, bows, it can be too much. supermodel-ugh. I also hate that "Baby Girl" phrase. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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or "Daddy's Princess" ewww. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:29 AM Flag
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oh yes, awful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:32 AM Flag
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clothes that make my db look like a rapper. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:40 AM Flag
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clothes have to be modest, I am generally anti logo too, but I want my kids to be comfortable and happy too. we were in Disney land and dd wanted a tinkerbell t shirt-she uses it with her pjs, it is fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:45 AM Flag
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hate juicy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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Anything that makes 1 yo dd look too mature/teenager-y: miniskirts, tank tops, clothes whose style suggests older. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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anything disney. and dh refuses to allow her to wear puffy sleeves [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 10:16 AM Flag
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juicy couture, tommy hilfiger [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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anything from The Wooden Soldier [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 10:29 AM Flag
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Anything from Walmart. LOL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 12:28 PM Flag
[ - ] OUCH!! the New York Times review of SATC...oooof!! ouch! 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:12 AM Flag
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What they said it s*cked just like the show did? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:14 AM Flag
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More that they should have let SATC die a respectable death... The movie was predictable and Carrie was a great "it" girl when the show was on, but today she seems pretty shallow/annoying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 08:17 AM Flag
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the Hudson girl comment [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:14 AM Flag
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the previews look ridiculous - a bunch of grown women acting like college girls? not appealing. and who is their target audience? they are too old to be acting that way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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That was the entire show, which is why I never saw the appeal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:27 AM Flag
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big looks like he has so much make up on. very norma desmond [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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Entertainment Weekly gave it a B+, that's good enough for a SATC fan. If you never watched it you can't understand the great writing about relationships. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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I think it will be a great fluff movie - no thinking required, entertaining, a few laughs, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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