• Filter the conversation
 

Dear UrbanBaby community,

Thank you so much for being a valued member of the UrbanBaby community. We wanted to inform you that we are shutting down the site on July 6th. We are grateful for your participation and support that has helped make UrbanBaby such an important resource to parents for many years.

If you have any questions or concerns, you can email us at urbanbaby-support@cbsinteractive.com.

Thanks so much,

UrbanBaby Support

[ - ] Looking for a highly-skilled, smart, kind and warm marriage counselor who specializes in helping couples save their marriage after infidelity. UES preferred but will travel anywhere mid-town and north. TY. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:37 PM Flag
»
Sounds like a unicorn, but I do wish you all the luck! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:41 PM Flag
»
I recommend your Pastor. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:47 PM Flag
»
Wow, I would sure love to hear how this unfolds for you. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:51 PM Flag
»
I went to a social worker. I found that they (generally) are better at not getting to the "cause" because there isn't just one, but helping you both to move on. DH didn't have sex with someone but lied and lost my trust. The basic take away is that the cheater/liar has to allow for absolute transparency, make lifestyle changes to avoid a repeat and take not being trusted (for a while) and the one who lost trust/cheated on has to decide to let the past go. In brief, that was 18 months of therapy. 11 yrs later, I'm glad I stuck it out. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:55 PM Flag
»
Np what if betrayer feels did no wrong ? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:04 AM Flag
»
Did your dh have sexually compulsive behaviors? If so, I have suggestions. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:56 PM Flag
»
Read "After the Affair" by Janis Abrams Spring. Also, read Ester Perel. Call the Ackerman Institute for a referral. Good luck. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:29 PM Flag
»
Forgive. Solved. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:32 PM Flag
»
He says he can't [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:51 PM Flag
»
Why should he have to? The marriage is over, even if you stay together. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:36 AM Flag
»
Karen Goldberg, UWS. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:49 PM Flag
»
We did the gottman love lab and marathon therapy. We didn’t have infidelity and I’m not sure they’d take you as a client if you did as they’re weirdly selective about clients. Let me save you thousands of dollars. Don’t do it! Don’t go to Seattle! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:05 AM Flag
[ - ] My colleague was promoted and I was not. He promotion is well deserved, and it's a position I would not want and can not have, but I still feel like crap. And for how it looks to the rest of the firm. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:32 PM Flag
»
Sorry. Imagine all the top brass on Wall Street being exited in the news . Or John Bolton. At least you’re not headline news! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:46 PM Flag
»
OP: thanks so much for this. You're right, and it's a helpful comment. I'm actually at a kind of loss as to how to behave. I congratulated her immediately on our Slack channel and haven't changed my disposition towards her or in meetings/calls. But I feel super weird. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:52 PM Flag
»
I am similar to you. I’m raising 2 SN kids and dealing with my own personal issues as well. I just can’t do it all. Some days it is disappointing and work seems vapid and with no growth. But I am here. I have a job. I know it sounds sad but I have to accept this as it is at least for now. Plenty of people my age are aged out and I still have something. Every week people I know in high powered jobs are being let go. Honestly? It might be better to fly under the radar. High earners are in the crosshairs, at least in my industry (finance). Sure congratulate her. And congratulate you too. Surely you have things she doesn’t. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:09 PM Flag
»
kudos to you. i was you. some days i regret that i did not push myself, then i remember, there was no way to do so. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:17 PM Flag
»
There’s always a way. But it would be at the expense of my family. H is incredibly involved and supportive but I want to see my kids. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:29 PM Flag
»
that's what I'm saying - sorry I didn't make it more clear - there was no way to do so save at the expense of my family and parents. I just couldn't do it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:35 PM Flag
»
OP: you guys are fantastic. Thank you so much for your words. This is exactly how I feel. My DH is the higher earner, and gets kid-coverage priority. But this means I am in neutral- indefinitely. My colleague has made the other choice, and for her this promotion means a lot of travel that is just not an option for me. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:41 PM Flag
»
NP. everything is a tradeoff. I look back and wish my career had been a little more successful, but then I think of the family sacrifices I would have had to make and I don't think I would have chosen differently if I could do it again. As for me, I've watched younger people leapfrog me, that's humbling. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
OP: thank you, this insight is super helpful. This is exactly right: and every time I've been given the choice to make a sacrifice (miss a school event, other), I've chosen in favor of my family whenever possible. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
If it’s a position you would neither want nor are eligible for, why do you feel weird about her promotion and how does it reflect on you st all? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:26 PM Flag
»
Yeah. It stings. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:55 PM Flag
»
Living well is the best revenge. Enjoy your work, get on well with your colleagues, and wait for the promotion to the job you actually want. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
It happens. Sorry. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:54 AM Flag
[ - ] Did anyone take into account name popularity when choosing for your baby? I know this is crazy but the only thing keeping me from naming my daughter Sophie is how popular it is! Am I crazy? 126 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:22 PM Flag
»
I don’t think Sophie is that popular. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:24 PM Flag
»
Wow-where do you live? There are 3 in my daughter's class, but she's in hs now [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:28 PM Flag
»
"Sophia, which was the Number 1 girls' name in the US from 2011 to 2013, is among the most popular girls' names in the Western World." [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:54 PM Flag
»
Source? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
Dear lord woman, just admit when you are wrong. 5th in US (2018) / 6th in Australia (2016) / 8th in England (2018) / 17th in Scotland (2017) / 21st in New Zealand (2018) / 22nd in Ireland (2018) / 58th in Netherlands (2016) [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:49 PM Flag
»
Sophie is #74 in the US. Sophia is #4. There's a difference. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:21 PM Flag
»
NP: 3 Sophie/Sophias in our elementary class on the UWS [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:21 PM Flag
»
I don't know many Sophies but I know several Sophias [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:55 PM Flag
»
It is the Jennifer of girls born 2005-2015. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:00 PM Flag
»
This [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:23 AM Flag
»
+1 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:19 PM Flag
»
Was watching The Golden Girls with my 14 yo. She said she can't imagine Sophia as an old lady name because she knows so many little Sophia's. She couldn't believe that it was 100% old ladies when I was growing up. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:29 PM Flag
»
Did you tell her that she, too, will get to be an old lady Sophia? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:05 AM Flag
»
I knew an Emily in MS and thought she had an old lady name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:16 PM Flag
»
No, always wanted to use the name even before it became more widespread. It's not hugely popular right now but I'm surprised how it gained some traction. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:29 PM Flag
»
It is hugely popular! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:55 PM Flag
»
No, I'm talking about the name we chose. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:58 PM Flag
»
^^sorry for the confusion [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:59 PM Flag
»
ooooh ic [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:03 PM Flag
»
A beautiful and classic name, the Gnostic goddess of wisdom, I believe. -HM [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:33 PM Flag
»
Sophia, a word that means wisdom in Greek. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:19 PM Flag
»
I did. Of course I ended up naming dd Lucy because I didn't think it was that common and it turns out there are Lucys everywhere [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:34 PM Flag
»
Yes, I considered that. I didn't want my child to have the Jennifer equivalent of her generation. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:35 PM Flag
»
Ava [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:38 PM Flag
»
I was thinking of that name when I posted my response! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:39 PM Flag
»
Or- lol, I’m a Jennifer! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:26 PM Flag
»
I was thinking of Sophia for that position. I know far more of those, particularly when you think of all the variations: Sophia, Sofia, Sophie. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:53 PM Flag
»
That is me and my daughter is the Jennifer of her generation. I had no idea her name was going to be so popular! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:47 PM Flag
»
I have a Henry. I had no idea either. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:50 PM Flag
»
I looked up potential names on the Social Security baby name list. Wanted something that would definitely be recognized as a "normal" non-trendy name but not TOO popular. There were five Debbies in my fifth grade class. I'm glad I wasn't named Debbie. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:42 PM Flag
»
Same. Anything in the top 100 was ruled out for girls. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:44 PM Flag
»
I'm a Deb and my closest friend is also a Deb. It's no biggie. At least it's biblical. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:44 PM Flag
»
Biblical makes it worse. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:48 PM Flag
»
Not really. It's an old name. It only saw an uptick outside the Jewish community because of famous 50s and 60s actresses with the name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:50 PM Flag
»
NP I remember in the early 90s there was a book called "Deborah, Golda and Me," about growing up Jewish in the US. Don't remember much about the book, though... [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:52 PM Flag
»
Anything biblical is bad. Sheeple. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:41 PM Flag
»
Whatever. It’s my name. We won’t be besties, that’s for sure. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:38 PM Flag
»
To people who follow the bible, "sheep" isn't an insult. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:51 PM Flag
»
Because they don’t understand it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:15 PM Flag
»
And what’s your delightful and unique name? I’m dying to know. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:21 PM Flag
»
Isadora [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:03 AM Flag
»
Beverly [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:58 AM Flag
»
Sheepa [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.12.19, 12:55 AM Flag
»
OR: I meant no disrespect to the name at all. Just feel like it's confusing to be one of many with the same given name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:49 PM Flag
»
No disrespect taken. I think I was only 1 of 3 in my entire high school. There were a lot of people named Kelly, and of course, Michael. I feel like every other guy I know (who is a contemporary) is a Michael. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:57 PM Flag
»
I met a little toddler Debbie recently and it sounded so weird to call her that [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 08:32 AM Flag
»
Did you all read the chapter in Freakonomics about baby names? Tis fascinating. Many people will simultaneously come up with the same "unique" name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:52 PM Flag
»
Happened to SIL. She and her supercool hubby thought they had landed on two unique names for their DCs and both names have been in top ten for a good chunk of the last last 20 years. Really drives her nuts that "poor" parents gave the same name to their DC as she did to hers. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:21 PM Flag
»
oh man, I would love to know the names! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:52 PM Flag
»
well that would out me. easy enough to look at the SS list for last 2 decades and see boy/girl names consistently in the top ten. both names are lovely and i think sil and bil care far less now than they did ten years ago. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:09 PM Flag
»
Liam and Olivia!? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:09 PM Flag
»
no. think the names have dropped but they were even in top 5 for some time. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:40 PM Flag
»
Jayden!? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 11:42 PM Flag
»
Jayden? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.12.19, 12:24 AM Flag
»
Fascinating. Especially the part about how names travel down the social classes. Jennifer of the 70s is from a well off family but as you travel through the 80s Jennifer gets poorer. We have that now with British, Irish, Scottish last names as first names. It used to be a rich people thing, but now it a LC trend. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:13 PM Flag
»
I grew in the Bronx in the 70s with tons of poor Jennifers. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:50 PM Flag
»
this is such a sad image for some reason [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:10 PM Flag
»
so "LC" is bad? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:42 PM Flag
»
My kids are 10 and 14. There are so many Sophie/Sophia, Eva/Ava and Emma. All lovely names, but there’s at least two per class. I would not choose a top ten name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:55 PM Flag
»
Absolutely took it into account! For example, I liked Scarlett but it is way too trendy. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:00 PM Flag
»
after the mary louise parker/billy crudup comments, i would never deign to honor her by giving my DD that name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:22 PM Flag
»
No clue what you are referring to [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:47 PM Flag
»
+1 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:44 PM Flag
»
In 2003, Billy Crudup dumped Mary Louise Parker, his girlfriend of 7 years and expecting their baby, for Claire Danes. ScarJo basically called Parker an old hag and that it was understandable why Crudup would leave MLP for Danes, ScarJo's BFF. So nah, after that, Scarlett never made my list. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:24 PM Flag
»
Who would even know or think of this? I never even heard of Billy Crudup. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:50 PM Flag
»
more broadway than movies [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:53 PM Flag
»
guess his starring in "almost famous" was sadly prescient [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:56 PM Flag
»
i agree this is a *very* specific memory [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:11 PM Flag
»
i was the same age of MLP when this all went down and had two younger female colleagues who were quite vocal about not liking having an "old" female boss (could hear them complain through the sheetrock walls as well as to a colleague/old friend outside the org who told me everything - dumb move). They even spread rumors about the "real" reason about why I had surgery, which was not the case. Again, why are you telling one of my oldest friends? My friend concluded that it was mix of immaturity and envy - I was married, had a house, etc and they were single and struggling and oblvious to the fact that I was ten years older than them. Rather than look inwards, it was just easier to blame the person who expected them to meet deadlines, show up to work on time, etc. One ended up fired and the other one moved on to "greener pastures." Latter ended up being fired from another post later for misuse of expense account. So yeah, a "very" specific" memory. Guess even Claire Danes now says she didn't grasp the consequences of her actions (and that does not absolve Crudup). [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:53 PM Flag
»
Why is this slave owner name so popular? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:33 PM Flag
»
I googled possible full names to make sure dcs wouldn’t have the same name as some German serial killer, but otherwise no. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:00 PM Flag
»
But having the same name as a serial killer would be great cover, if your child wanted to be hard to discover online. My first name is fairly common, and my last name is a verb, so I am very difficult to find on Google. I love it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:12 PM Flag
»
np. DH has the names of some inventor, somewhat famous it seems, since he is the one that pops up in a 1000 results. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:45 PM Flag
»
Ooh, maybe some day the Nobel Committee will send your DH a big check by mistake! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:54 PM Flag
»
I chose what was a popular name but in her class of 95 there are no others. There are however 5 Lillys [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:13 PM Flag
»
Funny how these things go in waives. When I was a kid there were a ton of Kathys. When my niece was very young it was Lauren, and Blake or Ethan for boys. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:14 PM Flag
»
So glad we didn't choose Lucas or Liam, hear those names almost every day at the park. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:27 PM Flag
»
so true [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
+1 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:24 PM Flag
»
Yes. I didn't want anything that was overly popular or trendy. I also considered what the nicknames might end up being with certain names. For ex, love the name Daniel, hate Danny. Loved Lawrence, because that was my uncles name, but hate Larry. So I chose a name that was both classic (but current) and had nicknames I could live with. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:34 PM Flag
»
Yes, I definitely took that into consideration. I landed on a name that I love. It's a well known name but not too many kids have it now. You can find women of all ages with this name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:34 PM Flag
»
same here. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:25 PM Flag
»
There are way more Sophias than Sophies . I can only think of one kid names Sophie. I can name several Sophias, Avas, Olivias, Emmas, Isabellas and Chloes [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
and Maddies [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
forgot Lilly and Ella [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:46 PM Flag
»
I wish I had (mom to Emma and Jacob). Call me a moron. I honestly had never heard these names being popular. Then 5 in each preK class for each. lol. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:15 PM Flag
»
You can bet that whatever name you are somehow drawn to so are tens of thousands of other women your age. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:56 PM Flag
»
how old are your E and J? Emma has been going strong since mid-90s! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:28 PM Flag
»
DD has an old-lady name but I didn't care. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:47 PM Flag
»
Bertha? Mildred? Enid? Ethel or Doris? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:56 PM Flag
»
That is trendy. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:51 PM Flag
»
Use the name if you love it! Who cares how many Sophies are in the class? Your kid does not have to have a unique name. In fact, children PREFER it when other people have their name. They HATE it when they have what they call a "weird" name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:52 PM Flag
»
They may hate it as a child but as an adult they will be glad to have a unique name. My first name is unique (nothing super out there just not common) and when I was a kid I always hated it and now as an adult I am so glad to not be one of 10 Lauren’s, Amanda’s, etc. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:40 PM Flag
»
I have a unique name. I loved it as a kid and I still love it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:00 AM Flag
»
I love ALL the trending names right now. Love. But can’t do it. DH and I picked a name in the same “family” of romantic, classic, names but that is surprisingly not trending (Juliette), at least yet. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:17 PM Flag
»
Top 10 Girls Names in 2019: Emma (Previously # 1) Ava (Previously # 3) Olivia (Previously # 2) Isabella (Previously # 4) Amelia (Previously # 8) Mia (Previously # 6) Evelyn (Previously # 9) Charlotte (Previously # 7) Sophia (Previously # 5) Harper (Previously # 11) [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:17 PM Flag
»
Wow, Emma, Olivia, Isabella, Mia, and Sophia have some real staying power. DK about Evelyn. Friend named her DD Amelia slightly ahead of the name curve. Know a Harper in college - really ahead of curve. I love Charlotte, but had a terrible prof with that name, so just couldn't do it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:28 PM Flag
»
Not crazy. I love it too but there are three in my kid's K class and so many coming up in preschool. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:37 PM Flag
»
Go for it. Sophie is different from Sophia and much less common. Don't be like me who didn't name her daughter Emma because it was so popular. Flash forward 12 years and we don't know a single Emma. I honestly regret it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:18 PM Flag
»
I don't see how this is possible [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:04 AM Flag
»
We know SO MANY Emmas. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:02 PM Flag
»
I posted below. Went with Emma despite hesitation over the popularity. We haven't had one in their grade/classes yet. So many Sophies/Sophias/Dylans though. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:54 PM Flag
»
Yes but we finally got it right with #3. First baby - picked a unique name (not in top 500), but 3 months after birth a TV show introduced a new, very popular character and soon this formerly uncommon name skyrocketed to top 5. No others in the same grade with the name, but many younger kids! With #2 we picked my grandfather’s brother’s name. It was around #300. But there were 2 others on his sports team with same name! Child #3 - we picked a name that was quite popular In our generation. While a very “normal” name, it is now uncommon and he’s one of a very few. So when we tried to be a bit different, it backfired. The most unique name of all our kids was right under our nose all along! Think something like naming a girl Susan now. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:12 AM Flag
»
Nancy? Linda? Barbara? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:55 AM Flag
»
It’s like naming a kid Thomas, Steve or Dennis or Paul. Haven’t met any boy with any of those names [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 08:36 AM Flag
»
I picked a name that has always been around 300 in ranking. Classic. Freakishly, there are three in my dd's class. I think it's going to be weird for her when she goes out into the wide world thinking she's a Jennifer and she's not. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:26 AM Flag
»
Yes. I loved Isabel, but given the popularity of Isabella, I didn’t use it. Use Sophie as a middle name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:43 AM Flag
»
I never understood why everyone names their kids the same name as everyone else. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:05 AM Flag
»
Because there’s only one Frank Zappa. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:39 AM Flag
»
Exactly. Only one. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:42 AM Flag
»
And 1 million Sophie Elizabeth Ella's. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:45 AM Flag
»
We took it into account but it wasn’t the deciding factor. She’s named for my grandmother. I also wanted a classic name that wouldn’t scream “American” (i.e. something recognizable to people in other countries.) Pick the name that you love. How many successful men are named John, Jeff, Dan, David, etc. In fact, the most popular names of today are still less common (by percentage of births) than they were 60 years ago. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 04:03 AM Flag
»
I think boys should get solid classic names. Ben, Sam, David, John, James, Michael. They are the little black dresses, the tan trench coats, the white shirts of names. You can't go wrong with them. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:05 AM Flag
»
It's hilarious that you should say this, given that there's a poster above who claims that biblical names are always wrong. Every single name you listed is biblical in origin. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:32 PM Flag
»
Why just boys and not girls? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.13.19, 03:26 AM Flag
»
Yes. Always thought I would name a son Henry but when the time came scrapped it for that reason. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 11:46 AM Flag
»
I named my son Luke and did not think it was popular and there are 4 on his grade. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:17 PM Flag
»
Popularity isn’t what it once ones if you look at the numbers meaning the actual number of girls being named Sophia now doesn’t come close to the number of kids named Jennifer 40 years ago. People are using a wider variety of names now. That being said, sure. A Sophia/Sophie has a better chance of knowing more kids with their name then someone with an unranked name, but it is still a crap shoot. DD has 20 girls in her K grade. There is 1 Sophia, but 2 girls share a name that was ranked in the 900s the year they were born. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:48 PM Flag
»
I picked names that I loved and thankfully none were popular but they are now. My kids were the only ones named as they were in school but in recent years more have popped up. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:54 PM Flag
»
happened to me with Isabel. It was my favorite girl's name ever since I was a little girl in the 80's and I always wanted to name a DD that... until 2010 rolled around and it turned out to be a ridiculously popular name. I'm of latin origin so I loved how perfectly bilingual it was. oh well. I made it dd's middle name. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:11 PM Flag
»
Sofie is a beautiful name. Classic, elegant, easily pronounced in many languages, immune to misspellings. Go for it, Sophie's mom! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:17 PM Flag
»
Lolol “immune to misspellings” but you spelled it two different ways in one post [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:40 PM Flag
»
Sort of. Our oldest has a family name that is very unique, so we don't expect and still haven't met any others with her name. Our son has a classic biblical name that was not in wide use when he was born, but now we know a few. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:36 PM Flag
»
Almost didn't choose our favorite because it was (is) a top name. Glad we did. I've like the name for 20+ years and funny enough don't encounter too many other ones. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:52 PM Flag
»
Yes,but everyone would know how to pronounce and spell it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:17 PM Flag
»
Yes. I had a lot of fun looking at the trends in the social security baby names site. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:52 PM Flag
[ - ] Huh, just noticed that today's date has only 3 numbers: 09/10/19 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:18 PM Flag
»
Yesterday was 09/09/19 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:21 PM Flag
»
Tomorrow is 09/11/19. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:24 PM Flag
»
It's palindrome week beginning today re: the dates [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:32 PM Flag
»
Ily [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:11 PM Flag
»
It’s not a palindrome. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:47 AM Flag
»
^19/11/19 would be a palindrome. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:47 AM Flag
»
^^19/09/19 as well [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:48 AM Flag
»
wrong and wrong [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:04 PM Flag
»
Yes, and it's going to be that way for a while (palindrome dates). [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:16 PM Flag
»
This Friday is the 13th. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:55 AM Flag
[ - ] Huh, just noticed that today's date has only 3 numbers: 09/10/19 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:18 PM Flag
»
or six [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:24 PM Flag
»
tomorrow too [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:25 PM Flag
»
And the whole week is palandromic [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:25 PM Flag
»
this [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:34 PM Flag
[ - ] FB acquaintance constantly posting about her "life coaching" business - lol this is a total scam right? From what I can tell from her website it looks like a ponzi scheme where the "coaches" are selling training programs to other wannabe "life coaches" and not actually offering any principal coaching services. Can anyone who has interacted with any of these groups IRL share more about your experience? What am I missing here? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:11 PM Flag
»
When I coach it's on a very small scale: keeping people off their phones while we hang out, making sure people recovering from illness stay home and rest, that sort of thing. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:21 PM Flag
»
like a mother. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:25 PM Flag
»
I suppose so. But I'm tougher, LOL [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:33 PM Flag
»
It was a compliment. I want a mother and keep asking people to adopt me. No takers. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:42 PM Flag
»
Lol, thank you! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:44 PM Flag
»
I have a lot. Coaching services can be great and really give you a kick in the pants and get you on the right path (life, health, nutrition, fitness, executive, dating, etc.), BUT many of these services find they make more money when they sell the "how to sell" too their clients doing the coaches. I mean who doesn't want the quick path to success? All coaching services are definitely not like that, but many are and it really leaves a bad taste! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:25 PM Flag
»
A friend did a 9 month course and has styled herself a health coach and is trying to drum up clients. She's also selling essential oils. Knowing her as long and as well as I do, I think it would be hard for her to be an effective health coach because food issues are usually emotional/deeply rooted, and that's just not something that she's experienced or has ever been sympathetic about. Even her little pitches on insta are judgy or condescending. It can't be easy to try to start this business (but it really shouldn't be because it's like being a snake oil salesman, in a way). [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:39 PM Flag
»
She doesn't seem very qualified in any case, but health coaches aren't meant to deal with psychological food issues [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:55 PM Flag
»
My SIL has a life coaching business. I don’t get why she’s qualified but I guess there are no qualifications. She’s also writing her memoirs. Whether the 2 things are connected, I know not. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:42 PM Flag
»
So far I think her business consists of a FB page [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:43 PM Flag
»
I'll take anyone who can help me get my shit together and show me the path I should take! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:54 PM Flag
»
omg.You must be a nice person. If I had a SIL like that, my eyes would be permanently rolled back in my head. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:03 PM Flag
»
OP: Thanks for all of the replies, that's what I thought. This woman has always been somewhat of a wackadoo and I have no idea who in their right mind would pay hundreds of $$$ for her to "coach" them through life. Also, if her posting style is indicative of her writing talent and spiritual insights, I can't imagine who is actually paying $ to download her self-published e-book. Still scratching my head at all of this - a sucker born every minute I guess! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:11 PM Flag
»
PP (coach like a mother LOL) - she could be making the whole thing up, or she could be hugely exaggerating. My best (free) advice is not to let her occupy any space in your head. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:13 PM Flag
»
Based on some of the questions people ask here, life coach seems like a desperately needed service in NYC. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:40 PM Flag
»
+1 After all, even OP couldn't just decide "not for me; don't need it" but had to crowdsource her opinion of it! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
+2 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:13 PM Flag
[ - ] Is there anywhere in NYC where I can volunteer with my 6yo? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:47 PM Flag
»
you can deliver meals for meals on wheels w a young child. aside from that, many places don't allow kids [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:55 PM Flag
»
Why would anyone do that? The client is not on exhibit. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:40 PM Flag
»
Most churches or synagogues have a food bank/food donation. Call one near you. I bring dc to help pack up lunches and sometimes they give them out as well. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:56 PM Flag
»
This. We have a non-profit in our neighborhood that prepares food for the elderly, disabled and others but they work out of a Greek Orthodox church. Sometimes the religious institution is doing the work and other times they just provide the space. Last year DD and I helped prep food for Thanksgiving dinner. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:04 PM Flag
»
No one on UB approves of Christian religious organizations. Or doing any support work with them. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:59 AM Flag
»
Some ideas... plant flowers in pots and bring them to a nursing home/senior center... or... assemble homeless care kits, keep one in your purse and hand them out on the train as needed... [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:06 AM Flag
[ - ] How likely are we to get into the SS girls schools on a non-traditional entry year? Brearley, Spence, Chapin, Sacred Heart, Marymount and Nightingale ? 63 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:38 PM Flag
»
too many variables. depends on how many spots are open in the given grade due to kids leaving and then whether or not your DD gets in. some schools might not have one opening. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:41 PM Flag
»
OP- thanks I know it’s hard to do. Should we hire one of those consultants? For like 10k I’m very reluctant. dd is the strongest in her class, great report cards and teacher recommendations. We don’t know which schools have seats open so we’re applyong to all of the above. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:44 PM Flag
»
I wouldn't bother w a consultant when you first need spots to be open. the schools don't even usually know how many spots until the time of year when contracts are due for the following year (Jan or Feb usually) and also some people sign the contract and then get work transfer months later so the spot opens up last minute. Which grade is this for? I have DD at one of the schools you mention. Best to reach out to school admissions office and ask if they are accepting apps for x grade next fall. Even if they have no spots, they can keep you on a wait list if they like you and let you know when something opens up. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:49 PM Flag
»
OP- thanks so much for your answer. We would be applying for 2 and 4th grades. I’ve reached out to most of them and they all said it’s too early to tell, and to send indications of interest. Is that just a nice no? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:52 PM Flag
»
no -- it means they really don't know. for no traditional entry years, they won't really know until January or so. you care going to have to apply widely and be patient. you need attrition. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:53 PM Flag
»
Thanks. Sounds like maybe I should Cast our net wider. And maybe move to a good zoned school in case we have to wait a few years. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:01 PM Flag
»
they are in public now? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:04 PM Flag
»
They’re at a well regarded private. Not too traditional but not progressive. Large city in the Midwest. Our public’s here are huge. But I’ve heard the public’s in nyc like PS6 are more manageable. So it wouldn’t be such a shock [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:10 PM Flag
»
Definitely plan to move to a great school district in case - PS6 is fabulous. We love 290, which is also on the UES. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:52 PM Flag
»
+1 PS6, 290 and 267 are all quite good. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:00 PM Flag
»
Op here. Thank you! We have friends at 527 and they love it. But not at the others. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:41 PM Flag
»
it is too early to tell since the school yr just started and contracts wont go out for the following year for another few months. that being said, only one year so far at our school were there no openings. Most grades have one to four spots open up in the lower grades every yr [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:54 PM Flag
»
Thanks much appreciated! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:01 PM Flag
»
does this mean you are applying two DDs at the same time? or first trying in 2nd grade and then again in 4th? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:00 PM Flag
»
Correct. Yikes. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:01 PM Flag
»
what kind of school are they in now? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:02 PM Flag
»
I responded above. I’d like for them to be in the same school but realize they may not be able to at first. Academically they’re both very similar. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:10 PM Flag
»
do you need them to be together in the next school too? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:02 PM Flag
»
This is actually going to be quite hard unless you both have something remarkable to offer AND are very lucky. If you're open to public, that would be a great back up plan for the moment. 6th grade is generally a bigger entry point. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:54 PM Flag
»
+1 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:57 PM Flag
»
I wouldn't hire a consultant. I would apply widely and be gently communicative with the admission teams throughout the process. also, if my kid was two years advance in math or language, but the school generally advanced students in that grade only by one year, I would make it clear that I was fine with my kid technically re-doing the year "because the depth of teaching at your school will be so good for DD." [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:52 PM Flag
»
So I wouldn’t mind holding them back but I think that would be very tough on the kids. They’re old enough to know [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:02 PM Flag
»
np I wouldn't hold back [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:03 PM Flag
»
that wasn't what I was suggesting - see below. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:06 PM Flag
»
I was mostly thinking of older kids -- it was before you posted their ages. for example, if your kid was taking algebra as a 7th grader at a public school, but you were apply to a SS girls school where 8th graders take algebra, not geometry, I would recommend telling the schools you were supportive of your DD taking algebra in 8th grade. they are looking for girls who will easily slot into a class --not be scheduling difficulties. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:05 PM Flag
»
Thanks. No my kids are too young for this. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:33 PM Flag
»
Wow - this is very interesting insight. We have a new child at a ss girls school and she was a quirky one to place. And I was surprised that they weren't too accommodating of the difference. So interesting that they'd rather have a dd repeat the same class a second year than place the child in a class more appropriate for her level. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:57 PM Flag
»
not sure it is the same for traditional entry years, but I do think it is that way for non traditional entry years, and I think it makes sense. FWIW, I have had friends' kids re-take algebra in this same scenario and the kid did had to work very hard to do well so "appropriate level" is really all relative. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:15 PM Flag
»
all fair points [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
the repeat is not hard and fast. know a kid where parent wanted to repeat and private school insisted on continuing the grade in in public. agewise parents still think the kid would have been better in the repeat grade. my guess is that school had a kid drop in the non-attrition year and was an easy way to fill the gap. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:36 PM Flag
»
What grade is your DD in now? What kind of school is she in? Public? private? progressive? traditional? If she is top of her class (depending on type of school) there are a few on your list that aren't really worth it [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:52 PM Flag
»
Thanks I responded above. Good local private but probably not as strong as privates in NYC. They’re certainly strong academically but I don’t see any of the schools on the list as being weak. Plus everyone here is just plain “nicer” even if they’re strong academically. I’ve heard from a few friends that some of the schools in nyc are tough socially. Regardless of the academics. Would love to hear from people with experience. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:13 PM Flag
»
the social stuff varies from grade to grade and school to school. you will have incredible wealth at all the ones you listed and also more diversity than you are expecting at several. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:46 PM Flag
»
Dd just staring a tt ss girls high school. we were afraid of the social dynamics. So far the girls have been absolutely lovely. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:58 PM Flag
»
what grade? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:02 PM Flag
»
9th [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:42 PM Flag
»
yes by 9th grade they are thrilled to have new kids to meet. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:59 PM Flag
»
That social stuff is largely just rumors. You've gotta take everything you hear about this town with a grain of salt! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:30 PM Flag
»
There is not one bad school on that list. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:39 PM Flag
»
no bad schools on the list but OP said her DD is top of her class. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:51 PM Flag
»
Yes but outside of NYC. Her DD is likely not the same caliber as the nyc kids at Trinity for example. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:43 PM Flag
»
Oh FFS [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 10:08 AM Flag
»
eyeroll... [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:31 PM Flag
»
Low ime. We applied to many schools (not just ss girls) for two years. About four or five apps a year. Only got one interview each year - the schools only had one spot and they don't interview if they don't have a spot. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:54 PM Flag
»
but many will still take your money. one school returned our app fee when no spots opened. if i were rich i would donate to them just for that! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:37 PM Flag
»
Have you talked to the head of your current school? Sometimes the heads of similar schools in different cities have relationships and will take off-year transfers as a professional courtesy. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:23 PM Flag
»
Ours doesn’t have this kind of relationship with nyc schools. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:32 PM Flag
»
Curious why you left Hewitt off of this list? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:01 PM Flag
»
+ 1 - worth looking into Hewitt as well [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:46 PM Flag
»
+2 It’s. A lovely school. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:20 PM Flag
»
Hewitt does not have the greatest academics. I'd go to 290 or PS 6 before I went to Hewitt - unless my kid was sensitive and needed a gentler atmosphere. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:47 PM Flag
»
+3 great school [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:20 AM Flag
»
+4. It’s lovely and yes, the curriculum is challenging and engaging. Wonderful staff and administration who are genuinely invested in the success and happiness of each girl. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:51 PM Flag
»
Hewitt’s academics are not challenging at all. Whatsoever. Consider how little they’ve improved in the last thirty years. Whereas Browning, their brother school is much stronger. I get up here and it’s still the same! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:17 PM Flag
»
But considering OPs situation, Hewitt would be a decent school to start in and then they can always apply out if not challenging enough. She has two DD to get into school [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:26 PM Flag
»
+5 Hewitt is a great school. The head of school is phenomenal and is really taking Hewitt to the next level. Unfortunately Hewitt tends to get short changed on UB by people who are not in the know. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:39 PM Flag
»
It will take a decade for the college admissions to improve. And unless they do, no one will consider Hewitt a desirable school. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:04 PM Flag
»
https://www.hewittschool.org/academics/college-guidance. This is actually a very impressive college matriculation list. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.12.19, 02:33 AM Flag
»
it is all a numbers game. apply to all of them. let admissions folks knows you are interested. you want them to think of you if there are openings. remember that it is a numbers game and just b/c there is room for jane does not mean they will then take alice if there is no opening. do not hire a consultant. they can do nothing for you here. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:33 PM Flag
»
why not just go public. there's tons of great publics in Brooklyn too. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:30 AM Flag
»
One thing we were told is to realize that there may be siblings trying to transfer over to those schools in off-years too. I would try to schedule visits to each place, attend an open house if you can, and write genuine notes of interest with specific things you like about each school. My impression of the girls schools (and my kids don't go to SS schools) is that they don't want to be viewed as interchangeable. They each feel strongly in their own identities and wouldn't want to be under the impression that you're looking for a girls school, any girls school will do. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:57 AM Flag
»
Going to be difficult to impossible to get both kids into the same school at the same time at a lot of the schools on your list (B, S, C come to mind in particular). They tend to fill spots on an as-needed basis, based on attrition, and these schools dont have a lot of attrition to begin with. Also when those spots actually open up, a lot of the schools tend to ask around the parent body for recommendations/friends as well.. Have heard of families at other schools getting calls from these schools who invite them to apply because their daughters are in the correct grades of the spots that need filling, and they were recommended by existing parents. If you don't need to have your daughters in an all-girl school, make sure to move to a good zoned Public school area, but also consider applying to other privates as well. There are a lot! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:51 PM Flag
»
It is very tough as it depends entirely on attrition which varies year to year with families moving, getting counseled out, etc. My dd is at a tt ss and there were no new girls in 1st, 1 in second, none in 3rd, 3 in 4th, none in 5th, 5 or so in 6th, 2 in 7th, none in 8th. So your dd will be applying for a tiny number of spots, but there are also fewer applications in off years. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:33 PM Flag
[ - ] I got an email offer for a job yesterday and I replied back saying I am interested but would like to discuss the compensation. I have not heard back since. This is a bad sign? Should I be calling to chase or it is normal to wait it out until they get back to me? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:27 PM Flag
»
Wait [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:32 PM Flag
»
The hiring manager and HR and probably yelling at each other. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:55 PM Flag
»
If they didn't tell you how much they'll be paying you, it isn't an offer. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:13 PM Flag
»
OP didn't say that [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:18 PM Flag
»
It was my impression that the email described a job and asked if OP was interested. -np [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
Yesterday? Just be patient. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:26 PM Flag
»
Was the email for the actual job or for an interview? I am confused. Shouldn't it be part of the offer letter? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:30 PM Flag
»
For the actual job. I had the interview already. They say they will draft up the documents but no idea how much I will be getting paid. If I don't hear back by Friday I will call or email to follow-up. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:38 PM Flag
[ - ] DC just started 6th grade, and last week received a 60 page admissions brochure from a nearby private high school. I was curious how they received her name (likely her current school?), and was turned off by the whole thing. It was mostly photos of good looking kids, in what is best described as a cross between a Ralph Lauren and college catalog. I feel like kids that age are easily influenced, and considering the magnitude of the investment at 4 years of this school, it was grossly inappropriate. DC is 11. We aren't thinking about this for 3 more years. Am I crazy to find this a big pushy and predatory? The school is not marketing $100 sneakers or videos games. This is easily a $100K+ investment they are pedaling. 24 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:22 PM Flag
»
If she just started 6th then you only have two years to think about it, not 3. You have to do the application cycle starting at the beginning of 8th grade. I don't know why you are offending about receiving a brochure. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:23 PM Flag
»
Ok, you're right. 2 years. But why send it to the kid, not the parents? And why 2 years before application time? There was little substance to the brochure. I was slick marketing. I know that kids are easy targets. I can accept marketing sneakers, clothing and video games. Private educations that parents select and pay for - why target the kid? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:25 PM Flag
»
np. loosen up, you sound really uptight! they got your kid's name from somewhere. what are you afraid is going to happen, your DD spots it, declares she will attend this school and only this school, and you have to do it because she's Veruca Salt? If your kid is so easily influenced by marketing that receiving brochures is a problem, you can say no. You are the parent. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:30 PM Flag
»
thanks, that's super helpful [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:33 PM Flag
»
They send these brochures to everyone enrolled in that year. (Well only if you’re not in nyc!) [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:24 PM Flag
»
We are not in NYC. I asked her school if they sold her contact info to nearby schools, and they said no....thought I'm skeptical . [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:27 PM Flag
»
Don’t over think this [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:53 PM Flag
»
It may sound difficult, but when we receive stuff like that, it goes in a bin for recycling. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:24 PM Flag
»
I trashed it before DD saw it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:26 PM Flag
»
It's a good thing. Your daughter sounds like a sheep. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:28 PM Flag
»
um, ok. whatever that means. I think the only thing I mentioned was that DD is 11. So, yeah, I totally get why you drew that conclusion [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:29 PM Flag
»
Look, if your kid is so heavily influenced by mailers, stop and consider why. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:05 PM Flag
»
Do you watch the news? There are more important things to be upset about right now. I think inappropriate is a big stretch too. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:26 PM Flag
»
Of course this is petty! this is why I'm asking UB and not anyone in real life. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:27 PM Flag
»
So call the school that sent it and let them know your objections. Send a letter. Alert the media. Don't take this sitting down. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:29 PM Flag
»
I think the private middle school brochures are also addressed to the kids. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:34 PM Flag
»
That seems a little weird to me. Is your current school a feeder for that school? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:35 PM Flag
»
I think you are overreacting. If you are not interested, recycle the brochure. Sheesh! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:44 PM Flag
»
much more likely they got your name from a sports activity or summer camp. i want my kid to be able to see marketing at all levels levels (toys r us catalog, celebrity instagram account, clothing catalog) and think critically about the product and message so it wouldn't bother me. that said, I would likely trash it pretty quickly because we get too much mail. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:49 PM Flag
»
Using a word like "predatory" to describe marketing practices deflates the meaning of the word. Yes, it's aggressive, and they want to make an impact on your kid. They are not trying to harm her in any way. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:15 PM Flag
»
Very good point. OP calm down. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:34 PM Flag
»
Why don't you call the school and ask? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:41 PM Flag
»
There are large herds of marketing MBAs released into the wild every year. They're at my university making us look crass, and now they’re coming for the high schools. Complain! To the HOS and board, if you can [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:13 PM Flag
»
you have the right to be upset. someone is selling your child's data. it's one of the things that education activists are working to prevent. it's also a big part of what opting out helps combat. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:34 AM Flag
[ - ] I saw a new GYN in June who took blood for genetic testing but I don’t want the results. I need to have a small procedure done and want to schedule it but the doctors office is not cooperating. I’m being told the Dr wants me to come in to discuss the results. I’ve called numerous times times asking to speak with the MD but she won’t return my call and there is no email. Does this seem wrong to you ? I’ve never had an MD I can’t reach by phone. I’m wondering if I should just collect my records and find a new doctor. Wwyd? 35 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:21 PM Flag
»
Change docs. Mine always called. They just want you charge you for another appointment. Can you get the results and do te procedure in the same appointment? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:25 PM Flag
»
It doesn’t seem like that. I told the receptionist I don’t know any the GT results I just want to schedule the polyp removal. Once the doctor called and left me a message but it just said “Jane told me you wanted me to call you to tell you to come in for your results”. Last week I finally spoke to a different receptionist and explained to her I don’t want GT and just want to know how to proceed for polyp removal. She said “Ohhhh! Dr must have not gotten the correct message before. I’ll make sure she understands and to call you back. “ almost a week now still no call. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:30 PM Flag
»
Sounds like the don’t have their act together. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:44 PM Flag
»
Red flag. Find someone new. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:45 PM Flag
»
This. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:17 PM Flag
»
If it’s a longer discussion, abnormal result then it should be face to face. What’s wrong with billing for service you provide ? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:20 PM Flag
»
The doctor suggested it because my mother had post menopause bc and her mother died from either uterine or ovarian ca (my mo isn’t sure which ). But when my mo had her bc she was advised she wasn’t at risk for BRCA because her mother’s two sisters lived well into their 90s with no cancer and they were all smokers too. My grandmothers ca was tied to daily talcum powder use. My mo thank G d no recurrence in almost 20 years. Just lumpectomy and radiation. I DONT WANT TO KNOW if I test positive for some deadly gene. That is not going to help me in any way. Under no circumstances am I subjecting myself to prophylactic surgeries. I think it’s horrific and also I can’t afford to do that anyway even if I wanted to. I work for myself and am Stretched very thin as it is. So no — I don’t need this info. I had been told they would just take the blood but wouldn’t process it until I confirmed the costs/coverage with my insurance. Then next thing I knew they were calling me to come in for GT results. I’m SO PISSED [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
^^^sorry for super long post [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:43 PM Flag
»
You are completely entitled to make this choice. You know yourself best, and only you can know what the best choice here is for YOU. Any doc or genetic counselor who not only fails to respect this choice, but actually actively tries to sabotage you is bad news— such actions are ignorant and unethical, deeply harmful to you. Find a new doctor, meet to make sure she will respect your decision, and then have records sent . Good luck. Please do not let them undermine you this way. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:25 PM Flag
»
All genetic test require patient to sign consent. Lab won’t process results unless she signed. So, she gave written consent and she allowed her blood to be drawn. Now you are believing doctors is undermining her. It’s ok to change mind. She should go to the office sign refusal stating she understands risk of her and her loved ones dying with cancer with out prophylactic treatment and will not discuss her results. Those are her results and she gave written permission, now she must give written refusal. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:39 PM Flag
»
Not true, this just happened to me —they did it without consent because “ it’s now considered routine” , and am in an enormous legal battle with a top medical center because of it. It happens, and you have to fight it, because consent should be required. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:20 PM Flag
»
And even if she did consent and then changed her mind, that is her absolute right, and 5hey are prohibited from pressuring her otherwise. She has withdrawn consent verbally , which is sufficient for them to be perfectly clear about her decision. Their responsibility, if they want written withdrawal, is simply to inform her of that and request it, not to refuse to respond or provide needed other treatments, unless she agrees to receive the results. This is appalling behavior, ethically, they are required to be sensitive and responsive to the wishes of THE PATIENT. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:26 PM Flag
»
Op here. What is the battle? Is it about the bill !? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:57 PM Flag
»
It’s about performing genetic testing on me without my prior knowledge or consent. This is a much more serious issue than mere money. Legal and moral— my body, my choice. Never heard of informed consent, doctor? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:37 PM Flag
»
Omg! That is fckd up! How did you come to know it? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:40 PM Flag
»
They started talking about the genetic testing having been done and that they would send a team in to discuss and pursue further, and I hit the roof ( metaphorically speaking) and scared the daylights out of them about what they had done. I have a relevant background in bioethics so was able to cite chapter and verse about their grave violations of patient consent, privacy, etc. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:16 AM Flag
»
^^^^No family history at all, not one single case in 4 generations (and I have a large extended family) that would have triggered the idea that testing might be appropriate. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:28 AM Flag
»
My loved ones dying? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:55 PM Flag
»
My dd can get her own test when she’s of age if she wants it [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:56 PM Flag
»
How did the genetic testing come about? Did you first want to know and then change your mind? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:49 PM Flag
»
It’s your result. You Need To Know. Your doctor has to tell you and some results can’t be explained over phone. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:21 PM Flag
»
^^^ based upon results you might need more then just minor procedure. We can’t give you advice unless we know which results you are avoiding [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:23 PM Flag
»
I already had a Pap smear and a biopsy of the polyp and it was all benign [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
exactly. I don't understand OP's point of view at all. I had genetic testing and was grateful for the appt with the doctor to go over it. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:36 AM Flag
»
ER MD mom here- depends on what kind of procedure you want done. If it involves any anesthesia whatsoever, there is usually a preop meeting with the surgeon where they discuss risk/benefits of surgery with you, type of anesthesia, recovery etc. Have you consent for surgery, get preauthorization done, schedule surgery. It's not a phone conversation. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:06 PM Flag
»
Thank you for your reply ERMD mom. They are specifically saying it’s for genetic testing results. In fact I actually need a pelvic sonogram as well to determine if the polyp is inside the uterus (as well as in the cervix) and they won’t send me that referral either [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:17 PM Flag
»
You’ve written before. I would type a letter to doctor and have it hand delivered (by male friend). Write BY HAND on outside of envelope. Tell this to doc. Just explain. And say if she can’t see you for polyp removal you will need to request records to give to another healthcare provider. Close with, I’m hoping this situation can be resolved and look forward to a call from your office to schedule my requested appointment for polyp removal [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:17 PM Flag
»
THANK YOU ! ThIs is exactly what I’ll do. curious - why male friend? and why by hand ? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 10:06 PM Flag
»
She’s orthodox and did some reason can’t get herself out of that box. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:01 AM Flag
»
No not by hand, certified mail return receipt requested or other direct signature required delivery service, so you have legal proof of delivery and signature of recipient. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 11:39 PM Flag
»
as a cancer survivor, I am begging you to go get these results. they could be life saving. I do not remotely understand your point of view. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:38 AM Flag
»
You are not required to understand. You choose for you. OP chooses for her. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:17 AM Flag
»
Thank you. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:30 AM Flag
»
Although I appreciate the heartfelt discussion and view points. It’s weird y’all are strangers. I’m really grateful for this [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:32 AM Flag
»
I’m sorry you went through this. It’s terrifying to imagine. How are you doing now? It’s not like I’m refusing results of a biopsy. It’s about making some prediction. The benefits of prophylactic surgery are somewhat if not rather limited. I’ll cross that bridge if I have to. But to KNOW and not be able to do anything about it any way how would that help ? I have no money and no rich parent to go to and can’t afford to miss work unless I have no choice. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 01:30 AM Flag
[ - ] What do you think will be the new 'Amazon jacket' this year? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:17 PM Flag
»
No idea what that is, so I don't think anything. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:42 PM Flag
»
I totally bought that jacket, on an impulse, after hearing about it on UB. I didn't even think about it for a minute. If they've planted a marketing troll here, it worked. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:16 PM Flag
»
Did you like it? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:28 AM Flag
[ - ] We’re moving back to nyc from the west coast. How do I prep my kids for the ERB? Books? The test is now online. They would be applying to private schools in an off year (2-5th grade in elementary). 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:16 PM Flag
»
I thought they got rid of the ERB? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:17 PM Flag
»
Only for K. They still text for lower school. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:25 PM Flag
»
So how do they choose the kids now? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:41 PM Flag
»
NP here. For K, some do this new computerized test that most kids bomb (HM, Marymount). Others just do their own test on the play date. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:45 PM Flag
[ - ] What are your 8-20 year olds going to be for Halloween? My DD wants to be a unicorn and I feel like it’s too childish. Will the other girls make fun of her? 68 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
 ]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:14 PM Flag
»
20 yr olds? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:15 PM Flag
»
Typo! 8-10 year olds. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:17 PM Flag
»
lolz. (my 20 dresses up though for parties). [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:18 PM Flag
»
DD and her friend (both 13) are going as Tinky Winky and Laa-Laa. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:16 PM Flag
»
Too old for trick or treating [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:39 PM Flag
»
Aww, maybe they can share some their candy with you. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 04:28 PM Flag
»
Nah, let kids stay kids as long as possible. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 04:36 PM Flag
»
dont question her choice. let her be what she wants! if you live in fear of your child being teased, you are showing your child that they should live that way. She probably wont be teased, and if she is, they arent her freinds. Your child will grow up terrified of being teased and trying to be what she think other people will like with no individuality. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:17 PM Flag
»
What a great answer!! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:18 PM Flag
»
^^ and unicorns are very cool... but I agree with NP... just let your DD decide to be whatever she want to for Halloween. I get though trying to protect her :) [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:19 PM Flag
»
+1 and it's Halloween! Anything goes! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:21 PM Flag
»
+2 I love seeing tweens and teens in silly outfits. One year there was a group of cows, so cute! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:40 PM Flag
»
+100 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:43 PM Flag
»
This [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 04:32 PM Flag
»
I think it is fine - my 10yo DS was a unicorn last year and I don'n think anyone made fun of him. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:21 PM Flag
»
My daughter wants to be Michael Jackson. I’m worried about that. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:26 PM Flag
»
I would be, too. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:43 PM Flag
»
Why? Great musician. Why tell a child what he did as a person. If you judged all musicians like this you wouldn’t have any rock stars [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:59 PM Flag
»
I don't think all rock stars are pedophiles so this isn't a great argument. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:32 PM Flag
»
They’re all drug addicted and yes mostly pedophiles. Though usually of the Jeffrey Epstein variety. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:45 PM Flag
»
Desire for 14 or 15 year olds is not a pedophile. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:54 PM Flag
»
What? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
Oh please. Wait until it’s your 14 year old. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:44 PM Flag
»
If my 14-year-old has breasts and pubic hair, I expect she might be an object of lust to normal men. Right now, with neither breasts nor pubic hair, anyone lusting after her is a pedophile. See the difference? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:52 PM Flag
»
If a precocious 10-year-old has breasts and pubic hair, would normal men lust after her? I think not. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:03 AM Flag
»
Um, yes. Yes, it is. You need to log off and go call your counselor. Or just do your homework. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:23 PM Flag
»
Stop trying to justify what you did, Alan Dershowitz. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:04 AM Flag
»
OR is correct. It is criminal and disgusting but not pedophilia. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:10 PM Flag
»
You aren't very smart. I can tell because you are attempting to kitchen sink every rock star as a pedophile with no evidence of same, so that you can excuse one specific proven pedophile. It's obvious and not effective. But you do you, booboo. Have your child dress up like any molester you want! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:23 PM Flag
»
But as long as they are only doing drugs themselves, it's fine. Sure, not the best example but they are not harming young kids. Pedophilia is a whole different story than drugs. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:39 PM Flag
»
Pedophilia is when adults are attracted to pre-pubescent children. Being attracted to 14-15 year olds does not make one a pedophile although it is gross and criminal. It is one of the misused words on the internet though. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:09 PM Flag
»
You should absolutely judge musicians, celebrities, anyone, who behaves the way Michael Jackson did. Doing otherwise is only doing a disservice to your child(ren). [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
+100 [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:34 PM Flag
»
I wouldn't have that happen with my kids. "He made good music but it turns out that he was hurting children while he was doing it, so let's find something else." [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:34 PM Flag
»
This [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:36 PM Flag
»
Same. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:10 PM Flag
»
Snowflake parents. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:36 PM Flag
»
Is it? Or is it that having your child dress up like a pedo is creepy and weird, and other parents see that, so you feel insecure about your trashiness in being okay with it, so you need to call them snowflakes to try to make yourself feel normal/okay - with having your kids dress up like a child molester. Why not just go with Larry Nassar. Jeffrey Epstein. Maybe Earl Bradly, that pediatrician from DE. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:42 PM Flag
»
This [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
Well someone got triggered! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:43 PM Flag
»
Such a transparent argument style from people with indefensible positions. Unable to refute a position? Toss in the word triggered, then snigger like Beavis and Butthead and adjust your maga hat! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:21 PM Flag
»
ILY [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:26 AM Flag
»
Didn’t you just say Jeffrey Epstein was different ? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:44 PM Flag
»
No, that was someone else. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:19 PM Flag
»
If telling my should not to dress as a child molester makes me a snowflake, I am a snowflake and proud! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:11 PM Flag
»
Just don't do blackface. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:43 PM Flag
»
She is trying to resemble Michael Jackson. Blackface would be counterproductive in this case. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:14 PM Flag
»
Remember the Louis CK when his DD went as Frederick Douglas? [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 07:25 PM Flag
»
Michael Jackson was an awesome talented entertainer with a huge catalogue of amazing songs that my kids and I enjoy. there are disturbing allegations against him (of which he was acquitted in court when he was alive and then further allegations after he died. None of that changes my first sentence. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 05:30 PM Flag
»
My kids used to get more than 1 costume since there was usually a Halloween party or parade before the actual trick or treating. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 06:28 PM Flag
»
If you can't be a unicorn when you're 8 ... [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:18 PM Flag
»
But you can’t be Michael Jackson... [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:24 PM Flag
»
No, you can't. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:37 PM Flag
»
Of course you can sheesh. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 08:45 PM Flag
»
PP of course you can, but don't wear blackface, obviously. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:11 PM Flag
»
My kids haven't thought about it at all yet. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:34 PM Flag
»
She’s going to be a Derry Girl and I’m going to be Sister Michael. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:44 PM Flag
»
Love, can I join you! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 09:40 PM Flag
»
hahaha great [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:39 AM Flag
»
When one of my charges was a little older than that but tall for her age, she wore one of my uniforms! [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:47 PM Flag
»
Unknown. I've been prodding her to think about it and make a plan, but she isn't inspired. Don't want a repeat of last year and paying for express shipping for a catalog costume to go with her two BFFs. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.10.19, 07:50 PM Flag
»
just let her decide. do not orchestrate her halloween costume. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 12:38 AM Flag
»
Eight is so young! A unicorn is fine. My dd went to a 12th birthday that was a unicorn theme. My 12 year old dd is going to be Jeremy from be More Chill and her friend is going to be Michael. Nobody is going to know who she is. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 02:13 PM Flag
»
BOYF! Mine is going as Chloe from BMC, who is even more obscure than Jeremy or Michael. [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 06:02 PM Flag
»
My 9yo DD wants to be ketchup and mustard ... with me [ Reply | More
]
General Topics 09.11.19, 03:34 PM Flag
»
So cute. I was a washer and dryer with my BFF way back when ... [