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[ - ] What is your thought on a guy who wants to send you something for your bday? Do you think he likes me or is just trying to do something nice? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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How do you know him? How well do you know him? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:20 PM Flag
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He likes you. When's your b'day? Mine's in 35 minutes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:25 PM Flag
[ - ] who is marty barr? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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Head of Office of Student Enrollment and Placement (OSEPO) at BOE. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 07:43 AM Flag
[ - ] op: that was meant for a post above! sorry... 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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lol. This one too, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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And no more "posts above" - they move all over the place now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
[ - ] DC is an out of the box, divergent thinker with a 99 olsat. I am worried that such creativity will not be recognized anywhere but anderson. will my kid have a chancee at LL, or is he doomed? 40 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 05.21.08, 08:12 PM Flag
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Example of his out of the box thinking? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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wow-how many of our top ten items from the "lightening rod" post can you mention in one post? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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the kid is just a genius. so creative. writes stories/creates complicated board & computer games on his own/, figures out how everyone feels before they do, cannot be manipulated by his fairly intelligent mother...sees right through it...and has the verbal ability of a college professor. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:20 PM Flag
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And yet he got rejected from Hunter. hmmm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:22 PM Flag
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didn't apply. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:24 PM Flag
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Clearly he didn't get his intelligence from you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:24 PM Flag
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believe it or not i was found to have 160+ IQ in 2nd grade. have to say, the neurons have since faded. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:27 PM Flag
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I think they are still firing a lot faster than most of the other posters around here ;-) You would have gotten bonus points, however, if you could have worked in his 40/40 score and the fact that you know LL will be inferior because of all the 90 scoring siblings. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:37 PM Flag
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did get a perfect score on olsat, and anderson will have lower scoring sibs and prepped kids too. guess there is no place for my dc! : ) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:39 PM Flag
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Have you alerted Harvard to get his room ready? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:41 PM Flag
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We are partial to Yale if you must know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:46 PM Flag
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That's true--it is easier to bus a 5-year-old to New Haven than to Cambridge from Manhattan [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:55 PM Flag
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see, like minds... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:58 PM Flag
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okay soul mate--I need to go to bed (I need to get my rest to keep up with the little genius and his sister the big genius) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:59 PM Flag
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ditto. goodnight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 09:00 PM Flag
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If your dc is so out of the box, he would've bombed the OLSAT. He is doomed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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love you! lol! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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back at ya [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:19 PM Flag
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Why does everyone think that going to a regular gen ed will somehow be "damaging?" lol. Where did you go to elementary school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:17 PM Flag
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I think OP is spoofing us. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:21 PM Flag
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Ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:27 PM Flag
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A chance at LL? To get in, you mean? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:20 PM Flag
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a chance at life if anderson doesn't work out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:22 PM Flag
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and LL was used here randomly to make a point and poke fun at myself and others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:32 PM Flag
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Doomed. I'd homeschool if I were you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:22 PM Flag
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what was dc's sb score? have you talked to donna at anderson? she's apparently working on a plan to ensure divergent 99s get a spot. the problem is that even though you're a high 99, it's rumored to be a lottery within percentiles, so without help from donna, you're not a shoo-in. you're in d2 , which is good, especially if you live downtown and your zoned school is 234 or 41. though i hear 41 has made 3 it's dumping ground, so if that's your zone, who knows! oh, and nest, though i hear the principal is a nut and that k kids have four hours of homework a night. if all else fails, there's tag, and i assume you ranked the chinatown schools? it's always good to rank a school even if you don't wind up taking it. some people complain those schools aren't aren't diverse, but they are obviously racists. gl!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 04:29 AM Flag
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^^aren't diverse, but they are just racists. GL!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 04:31 AM Flag
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np: are you saying donna is trying to rig the system? taking people outside of the lottery? she is unprofessional and will be reported to the doe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 04:43 AM Flag
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stop this nonsense. the schools have no control over who gets admitted. stop giving people misinformation you troll. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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it's obvious you prepped for the olsat. (hint: college professor??? textbook???? i'm not a moron, lady.). if your dc gets into anderson, i plan to sue the doe. anyone want to join me? this sort of cheating must be stopped!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 04:48 AM Flag
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^^oops, sorry!! meant to reply to op!! i'm just so mad about her obvious cheating i misposted!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 04:50 AM Flag
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guys she was joking-we were bored last night on here. Let it go.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 06:27 AM Flag
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psst. these responses are also jokes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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some yes, others no--don't think the woman calling the other one a troll was joking [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 09:50 AM Flag
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no cheating whatsoever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 08:11 AM Flag
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how would you know if her dc got in, and how do you plan to prove cheating? seriously, you need meds. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 08:14 AM Flag
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Both Marci and Donna at Anderson made it clear that there is NO WAY to create a strategy or rig the system. That there was an element of luck in when the application is picked within our child's percentile score and to be sure we ranked our choices in the order we wanted them and not relative to anyone else's application. There is no further testing for anything anymore. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 07:04 AM Flag
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doomed doomed doomed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 05:22 AM Flag
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I think your dc is dooomed because his mother is a ninny. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 05:26 AM Flag
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HELLO?? OP posted a joke post, this was a joke. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 08:18 AM Flag
[ - ] Thanks tivo - what was David A's dad's expression when he lost? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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He couldn't stop the plastic smile. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:12 PM Flag
[ - ] dh got me a necklace i really don't like. do i pretend to like it or take it back? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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I don't know - dh bought me a really exp neck when we were dating and I've worn it 3 xs maybe in 16 years. He reminds me of it all the time too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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OP: you mean like he complains you don't wear it, or he still feels proud of himself? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:12 PM Flag
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complains that I don't wear it. It is very fragile so when I had young dbs they were my excuse - but they aren't dbs anymore [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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take it back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:12 PM Flag
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OP: do you think i should tell him or just do it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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can you take it back with him and you buy something together that you both like? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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OP: he is so sensitive, i don't know how to broach the subject. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
[ - ] Just starting interviewing nannies, what is the going salary in NYC nowadays? Six years ago I paid $450/week- have a feeling that won't cut it anymore. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.21.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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how many hours? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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About 50 hours/week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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600 is pretty much rock-bottom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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We pay $800 for 50 hr week. Started at 750. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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op: OMG- times have changed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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Cash? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:17 PM Flag
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we pay $400 for 36 hrs/wk [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:31 PM Flag
[ - ] when did this new web site get here? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:08 PM Flag
[ - ] Anybody have a recommendation for a dentist in the West LA/ Santa Monica area? I can't believe it, I just had a crown fall ou -- last week I had surgery and am still recovering from that...all I need is a new crown -- and I don't even have a dr. here yet. Thanks! 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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I had a dentist on San Vicente in Brentwood that I loved- Dr. Mead. This was about six years ago though- not sure if he's still there! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:16 PM Flag
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Thanks so much! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:19 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone else go to the meeting with Scott SStringer this AM at PS 116 re overcrowding in lower manhattan schools? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:06 PM Flag
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I didn't. Can you tell me what was said? Thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:16 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone over 43 thinking about trying to have a third dc or is that just nuts? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:05 PM Flag
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GO FOR IT [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:06 PM Flag
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I wouldn't but friend who had first dd at 45 is trying to do ivf for second at 47! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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own eggs? i didn't think they'd let you cycle at that age...unless you use donor eggs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:09 PM Flag
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that's what I thought too. she had her dd at 45 with no intervention at all. she was looking at a donor after a doc told her just that, but is now doing ivf. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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I'm mulling over a second, but I doubt I'll do it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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I know 4 women who had dc's at the age of 44, 45, 46 and 48 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:08 PM Flag
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what number dc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:10 PM Flag
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44 (2nd) 45 (1st) 46 (5th) 48 (4th) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:12 PM Flag
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i'm 42 and have 2 dds (11 and 7 y.o.) and i find motherhood to be a killer job. so difficult, and it doesn't help that my older one is 11 going on 17. i mulled over it for a very short time and then decided that i'm happy to move on to the next stage. i doubt i could handle the waking up in the night again, nursing, etc. but that's just me. in this day and age, i think anything goes and over 43 really isn't as old as it used to be! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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I'm 43 with 3 dc - oldest is 8. I feel way to old to be pg, but might not if I had other dbs still [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:13 PM Flag
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^^np [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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I'm 43 - considering if we can get to 2nd [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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you mean you would consider a third after you have a 2nd? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:22 PM Flag
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at this point I would only consider a third. it was more in reference to maternal age than to how many dcs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:26 PM Flag
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I mean I would only consider a 2nd. sorry - mistyped. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:26 PM Flag
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Me!I'm just waiting to get my period back after having 15mo #2. It took 14mos to get it back aft 5yo #1. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 09:50 PM Flag
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How old are you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.22.08, 02:41 PM Flag
[ - ] OK, rug lady here. have been on C&B, CB2, West Elm, Pott Barn, LofNod, Pott barn Kids, ikea. where else should i be looking? i am looking down the barrel of, at the least, $3000 in carpet & pad costs. crikey. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:04 PM Flag
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ebay? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:05 PM Flag
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overstock.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:16 PM Flag
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well...it depends...what exactly are you looking for? Can you get a remnant and get a border sewed onto it and get a pad from Home Depot to go under it? That is more in the nabe of $250, tops. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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Flor Carpet Tiles? ABC carpet warehouse,. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:21 PM Flag
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Look at Merida carpets. I love them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:24 PM Flag
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you could always do those foam mats..like the ones with the alphabet on them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:26 PM Flag
[ - ] how do people not lose it w/ three or four dc? i'm at my wits end w/ two. I spend my whole day saying hurry up, eat your lunch, get your shoes on etc. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:03 PM Flag
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ITA...I only have 2 dc + a very needy dog and I feel like all I do is wipe butts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:05 PM Flag
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happens to me too, i try to remember this is their only childhood and it shouldn't suck because of me/my anger issues. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:08 PM Flag
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how many dc do you have? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:11 PM Flag
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THis is one of the reasons I work. Love my kids to death but I would be a bad mommy if I was a SAHM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:09 PM Flag
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i can relate to your post. i have 2 dds and can barely handle them. i'm really not cut out for this. i'm afraid to get a dog because that may mean having another kid, right?! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:16 PM Flag
[ - ] dh is away in the middle east until next wed . i have two small children 2 and 3 and i am so tired and lonely. no family and few friends. any advice on what to do? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:02 PM Flag
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Sitter? New toys? DVDs? I've been there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:04 PM Flag
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Indoor playground. They'll have a ball and you can actually sit and watch them for some of the time instead of running around a park. Plus it'll be practically empty. Try to bring one person you know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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Have a picnic on Sunday. It's supposed to be beautiful. Also take them to the Bronx zoo. You can rent a double stroller. (am assuming you're in NYC) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:04 PM Flag
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in brooklyn with no car [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:06 PM Flag
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Prospect Park Zoo is great. (np) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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^^^oh, except, if I'm remembering it correctly, I think there are some pretty tough stairs from the subway, no elevator [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:09 PM Flag
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Playdates, if you know people who do those things, really help pass the time. Try to do little things for yourself after dc are in bed that you might not usually do when dh is around (favorite old movie, food you love). Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:05 PM Flag
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^^^oh, and cut yourself a break on cleaning, etc., if you are really tired. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:06 PM Flag
[ - ] At 44 I am the only one of my friends not doing cosmetic fillers,botox etc.Anyone else not able to afford it?Seems like everyone cn?Anyone else who can afford it not ? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:01 PM Flag
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My step-MIL most certainly can and doesn't and she's married to a famous actor. I say good for her! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:02 PM Flag
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I can't afford it, but I don't think I'd do botox anyway. Creepy to inject yourself with botulism. What are cosmetic fillers? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:02 PM Flag
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I'm 45 and could afford it. I choose not to. I'd rather just age gracefully [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:02 PM Flag
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I probably can't afford it, but wouldn't consider any of that. I'm 48. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:03 PM Flag
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There are new studies that say botox can get into your blood stream and brain. Just think of that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:07 PM Flag
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sunscreen is your friend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:09 PM Flag
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Can't afford it, wouldn't want it. An older face with great structure that has LIVED (smile lines etc.) is beautiful in my opinion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:15 PM Flag
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I'm 43 and have done nothing. I guess we could afford it, but don't feel like I look that bad yet [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.21.08, 08:17 PM Flag
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