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[ - ] While we are still in the running for a G&T with a 99, the waiting is killing me and making me relive the disappointment of the hunter round two ding 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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I'm back to score waiting again. Fall birthday. Hunter ding. OLSAT 90. So checking out privates for next year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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Where is you DC going in September? Leave at preschool? We are the same situation(fall birthday as well). DC is ready for K so goes to [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.30.08, 05:39 AM Flag
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Same boat here, but I am thinking more positively this time around since it really is just a lottery. Somehow, NOT knowing is giving me more hope - at least I can dream! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.30.08, 06:08 AM Flag
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With a 99 your DC will get in somewhere. Just don't say Anderson or bust. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.30.08, 06:53 AM Flag
[ - ] Is it wrong that I do not want to interract with my children at all at times? Not even speak? They are 5 and 6 YO and completely fine entertaining themselves but I realized tonight that other than telling them dinner was ready I haven't spoken to either of them in about three hours. I'm also PMS'ing majorly. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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you are me...leave me alone for PMS [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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it's fine and normal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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i'm like that, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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for me, it would be odd, but then again I work so I guess I try to get as much interaction as I can when I'm with them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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Your job as parent is not to be a birthday party entertainer. Make time to talk to your kids every day, and cultivate an environment of openness and approachability, and then be sensitive and open to them when they want to initiate conversation. You can initiate it too. But if you do it just because you feel you "should", they will sense this and not want to interact. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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in 3 HOURS?! thats a long time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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I know. Eeks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
[ - ] I am excited that this is going to convention.. can't wait.. loved everything about this election.. particularly for the youth of America. 39 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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I'm with you. Fascinating stuff! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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so what do you think - rioting in the streets of Denver? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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maybe, what do you think? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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not sure. I could see it going either way. Either it will be really really fun or a total bore. Can't wait to see [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:45 PM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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I vote really fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:06 PM Flag
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Why are you excited? If it's going to the convention, McCain's odds of winning are up in the 70%+. Can't see anything good about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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op is republican [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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Must be, but being so excited about the youth that will get screwed and likely won't bother to show up again for another decade sounds odd. In any case, I still have some hope the superdelegates will put an end to it once the primaries are over. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:48 PM Flag
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np um.. after a decade, there will be a new batch of "youth" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:54 PM Flag
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strange how that happens, eh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:07 PM Flag
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that is silly, this has been great for this country. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:53 PM Flag
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maybe, it all depends on how it ends [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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typical democrat [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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are you american? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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yes. Dems tend to think the ends justify the means [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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no, I am worried about the means actually. DNC has screwed up this process quite a bit, and I don't see any good way of cleaning it up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:59 PM Flag
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well, I am more of a libertarian than anything so I kind of like seeing both parties self destruct. Sad and fun at the same time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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but this is what strengthens democracy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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I don't know. I thought 2000 would mobilize people and get them interested in politics and yet, no such luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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I thought so too, wonder why it didn't [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:06 PM Flag
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no, i am a democrat who has older children [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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it was great for my kids to see, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:08 PM Flag
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where did you hear McCain is 70% likelyl to win? ITDA! And I usually vote rep [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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^^ not op BTW [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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Not right now, but if the dems don't have a nominee all summer and there is a huge convention fight, then they will be at least that high. McCain will look really good to a lot of people by then. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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IDA. His base is lukewarm. I can't vote for him. I like Obama but don't like his polices. I am seriously considering voting 3rd party this year and I think many many people are like me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:50 PM Flag
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If Hillary is not the nom, I will probably write her in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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GOP can be counted on to get themselves organized, unlike the DNC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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IDA. Many many GOP people are very upset right now. GWB has spent $$ like a drunken sailor, the whole earmarks debacle, not to mention immigration! Add to that the fact that many of us distrust McCain and I think that the dems will be shooting fish in a barrel [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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Oh I know a lot of upset republicans. But the vast majority will, at the end of the day, show up at the polls and vote for McCain. The same can't be said about the democrats. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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IDA. I think the die hards on both sides will show up. I think many of us who camp out on one side or the other will have a hard time pulling that lever [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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I wonder about that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:07 PM Flag
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Father Pfleger is a flake!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:13 PM Flag
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player knows a player.. a preacher knows a pimp. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:14 PM Flag
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wow, if that stuff with Father Pfleger was intended to romance the Catholic vote... someone is getting bad advice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:15 PM Flag
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If by "going to the convention" you mean "going to next week," then you're right on the money. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.30.08, 12:52 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you give your dc's teachers any gifts at the end of the school year? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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yes -- and i love DS's teacher this year, so i'll give her a gc or something [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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sure, a pretty canister of candy for top of desk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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Yes (donated $ to fund the class gift and am also getting them something else -- although I haven't decided what!). I was a teacher and liked getting gifts and notes (which I also always write as a parent) and like to "pay it forward." (I was also a camp counselor for many years and I always encourage everyone on UB in the summer to tip well!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:48 PM Flag
[ - ] prozac moms, how many mg do you take/day? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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20. But I also take a 300 mg extended release Wellbutrin. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:57 PM Flag
[ - ] I am now SAHM of 2. My schedule seems so hectic-like there's never a minute to spare if I want to be done with everything that needs to be done by bedtime. I don't understand how other moms do it. I see some moms in my nabe who hang out at the playground with their kids day and night. How are they doing it and keeping up with kids and families needs as well as the household stuff? Maybe I'm just working too slowly. 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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Don't clean so much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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exactly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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^^^and don't sweat the small stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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I really don't. I even have a cleaning lady who comes every two weeks. I do all the in-between stuff or the house turns into a disaster. But its not just cleaning-its making sure the kids are clean, fed, played with, safe, etc. Making sure bills are paid, laundry is done, food is cooked, shopping is done, supplies are on hand, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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i'm you. there's no time to get it all done and i'm always 'behind.' trying to just let it go... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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when i was a sahm, i didn't do the bill paying and i didn't do most of the shopping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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Well, I don't do always keep up. Sometimes ds doesn't get a bath, we run out of bed, we have take-out too often, etc. And our aparmtent is usually messy. dh does pays the bills right now, so that helps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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^^^ menat bread, not bed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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Get a housekeeper. If you can't afford one, have DH do household stuff or divvy up on weekends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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something's got to give; either the house is a mess or the kids spend more time playing by themselves or whatever. nobody can do it all, but lots have help and lots just let it go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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we order in on nice days so we can stay outside instead of running home to cook. if you are outside, the house stays cleaner. we have housekeepers for major stuff and laundry [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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I try to make a schedule for myself. Most days I hang out with DD some but also clean certain things. I schedule at least one day a week to go to the playground and just play with her though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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they don't cook dinner (their kids eat fast food everynight), they have dust bunnies all over the place, and they have loads of laundry piling up -- or at least that's what i try to tell myself... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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how old are your dc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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np: mine are 4 and 1; i actually find it's getting harder to get a minute or two to myself/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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3.5 yo and 5 mo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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OMG, no wonder. My 3 y/o is a huge handful. If I were as out to lunch as I was when he was 5 months, I cannot IMAGINE how you do ANYTHING. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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Lots are not "doing it"...you just think they are. A small, small number may be but the rest aren't, or at least are getting help. YOu need to let some stuff go and not worry about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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My kids are 15 months apart and I found it helpful to establish, small, do-able routines for my day. I used "Flylady.net" site for help. But don't start trying to do too much all at once. All I did for about a month and a half was make myself keep my kitchen clean, cleaned it up everynight before bed. Then I added making my bed each morning, throwing in a load of wash after getting breakfast on. Start small. Do away with the idea that your whole house is going to be in perfect condition at all times.Set your timer and only do 10,15-20 minute "pick-ups" in different rooms. Good luck. Cut yourself some slack. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:54 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone hear of an RE named Dr. Choi? Is she good? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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do you know which practice she's at? I think I may know her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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can't remember. but think her 1st name is Janet. Have you heard good things? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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Yeah, She's one of the RE at The Center for Women’s Reproductive Care (the CWRC). The CWRC is a group practice, so you will have a "team" of docs that you will be working with (with one doc assigned as the primary dr you will check in with on a regular basis) She was not my primary dr. there, but interactions with Dr. Choi were good. She's very professional and very positive if a bit formal. You can find her bio here: GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:11 PM Flag
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Also, just so you know I really liked two doctors at the practice. One was Dr. Jeffrey Wang -- he's young but so patient and clearly knowledgeable. The other (my primary there) is Dr. Zimmermann. Some people feel he's somewhat socially awkward, BUT he's immensely knowledgeable, and also extremely caring. Their bios are also at the link I gave above. I'm now 7 mos. preggers, so hey, it all worked out. Best to you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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Thank you and congrats! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 11:01 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone else feel sad at the end of your DC's school year? I'm going to miss DC's teachers... they were great. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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my DS is finishing up K and he had an amazing teacher -- i wish i could freeze him and this time... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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Yes, especially since he will be going to a new school that I don't like next year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
[ - ] Book mom, you still on? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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yep..if you post in that thread, I'll help you out! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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ok, just did [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:41 PM Flag
[ - ] Having a two year old party this July in my SMALL apt. Only inviting three friends and their kids. What should the time line be like? I figure most will nap after lunch... some coming from far away, should I offer going to the park afterwards? WHat time should I have the party? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.29.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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brunch time at 10:30 until 12:00. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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Have it in the park. 1 1/2 hours is plenty long [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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Well, I thought the apt so the kids can paint, do playdough etc and I don't have to schelp things around. Although the park is such a nice place for them to run around. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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have you been to a 2yo party before. If you can get a group of 2yos to sit down and paint while they're in a new place with another child's FASCINATING toys, then more power to you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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I hear you... what about playdough? There will be three kids in total? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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10-12, serve brunch [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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what brunch options for parents and what for the children? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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OR1 above: Minibagels plus fixins, mini quiches (frozen popped in the oven) Frozen French Toast sticks are popular with kids. Colorful Cereal like Fruit Loops in bowls, like "candy" for the kids to nibble on. Fresh Strawberries, Orange Juice Champagne [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:42 PM Flag
[ - ] Can you describe a typical day with your 3 y/o. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
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wake up. Hello mommy I love you. Scream for banana or yogurt or whatever I don;t have. Watch Curious george. Go to store, scream for soemthing she wants. Come home make lunch. Scream for whatever I didn't buy at store. Time for nap. Scream that she wants a different book. Naptime - UB read etc. Wake up,. scream for Daddy. Scream for diff snack. Play in yard. Eat dinner. Bed time. More screaming. Sigh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:47 PM Flag
[ - ] I am thinking about redecorating bedroom.....http://miami.craigslist.org/fur/699581038.html 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:33 PM Flag
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snort! OMG! That is priceless! Buy it today! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
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I think I will go for it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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would make great furniture for your brothel bedroom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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I am tired of all my Barbara Barry furniture [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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My MIL would snatch that up in a second [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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I love you ,furniture poster mom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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This is OUTSTANDING. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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I have classic taste. really [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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holy shit woman, did you think I was serious??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:50 PM Flag
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doh!! I don;t think Op is serious [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:50 PM Flag
[ - ] Has anyone taken a private childbirth class with Fern Drillings? If so, what grade A - F would you give her and why? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 05.29.08, 06:32 PM Flag
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I did 7 years ago. It was fine. What's the big deal? You learn what you need to know and you get on with your life. Childbirth class shouldn't come with a grade [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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seriously [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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Just wondering if you thought it was worth it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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In retrospect, no. Not worth it. The baby (or in my case, twin babies) is going to come out no matter what. I had an epidural, so techniques for managing pain weren't useful to me. It was basically just her reviewing 9th grade biology class and showing a video that I really didn't need to see. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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thanks, appreciate the response. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:45 PM Flag
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I took a Heimlich/CPR class with Fern Drillings many years ago. It was worth it, though we thankfully never had to use it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:46 PM Flag
[ - ] what would you tell a friend who just had a miscarriage? (I've had one as well.) I'm writing a note and would love some other thoughts. thanks. (fwiw, i know what NOT to say.) 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:31 PM Flag
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Dear Jane: I just heard your sad news and wanted to tell you how sorry I am. Please know that I'm thinking of you and DH. If you need anything -- if you need me to pick up DC at school, fold your laundry, cook dinner for you -- I'm a phone call away. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:32 PM Flag
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really good. ALso though, call her. If she is really upset, she may not have the energy to call you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
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np: i like this note. i also like a card more than a phone call. i did not want to talk to anyone after my miscarriage. maybe a box of chocolates or a fruit basket would be nice to send. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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op: i'm sending her wine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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btdt...just say that you're thinking of her, and are there to talk when/if she wants [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
[ - ] NPR interview today--Gnarls Barkely...the new album sounds good 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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please. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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please what? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:31 PM Flag
[ - ] Where did you buy DC's furniture? I need something for my 6yo DS... Not sure if I'm ready to pony up $5K for PBK... TIA. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Do you have Ashley? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Bobs? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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costco.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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JC penney looks just like PBK..quality the same (in fact they are made in same factory) they are somewhat cheaper [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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i was looking at a nice set at jc penney but they are out of stock on the bed -- i found out that the set is going to be in the winter catalog, so i guess if i want that one, i'll have to wait. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:33 PM Flag
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darn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
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rooms to go? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:31 PM Flag
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ebay [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:31 PM Flag
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http://miami.craigslist.org/fur/699581038.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:33 PM Flag
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craigslist and ebay. and dd's bed from ikea. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:34 PM Flag
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