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05.22.13, 02:26 AM
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Why didn't he leave for you?
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05.22.13, 02:34 AM
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You'll understand if you marry one day. Good luck with that.
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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+1 you tell her
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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05.22.13, 02:42 AM
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monogamy isn't always thing #1 to a marriage.
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05.22.13, 02:36 AM
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sad. I would hate living in fear that one day DH really will fall for the new girl and all that time I spent building him, our family, and our lives will be forgotten.
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05.22.13, 02:37 AM
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sounds like his wife wasn't afraid of that--and he stuck with her, so she was right.
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05.22.13, 02:38 AM
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What what really did she get? A philandering husband who prefers sex with other women, but likes the way she irons his shirts? F- that.
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05.22.13, 02:40 AM
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Right about what? That he wouldn't leave? So what? She gets the prize? I have been out of this relationship for a while - I'm honestly curious, not hoping he would leave for me.
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05.22.13, 02:41 AM
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05.22.13, 02:43 AM
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I would be interested in knowing why she puts up with it, but I would also be interested in knowing why you enabled his shitty behavior. Seriously, he made the vows and he's at fault too, but when you know a man is married, you don't do it. You don't. End of story.
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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Kids. Grandchildren. Partnership in old age.
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05.22.13, 02:37 AM
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np: but how do you respect him?
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05.22.13, 02:39 AM
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I get it - but when you know it's a facade how do you live with it? I'm just curious? Bc if I knew dh had a one nighter I might forgive - but a series of relationships - jeez you'd have to drug me to keep me propped up at the dinner table.
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05.22.13, 02:39 AM
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Op here - fwiw I am married - and I guess you all accept that - bitter much? Rationalize much? Good luck with that!!
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05.22.13, 02:38 AM
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Proud of yourself, aren't you?
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05.22.13, 02:39 AM
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No I'm not - I'm amazed by the women on this board. So against cheating unless its their dh doing it! Lol.
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05.22.13, 02:42 AM
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not for a very long time or at least not happily if you're still obsessing about the DW of a man who didn't leave her for you.
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05.22.13, 02:40 AM
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Ive been married for 20 years and I'm not obsessed - I'm curious - I didn't want him to leave fwiw.
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05.22.13, 02:43 AM
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So you're a little shit in the eyes of your own husband and your ex-boyfriend's wife? You rock!
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05.22.13, 02:40 AM
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05.22.13, 02:24 AM
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no shower mom has a site
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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who the F is shower mom?
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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You shouldn't have to rely on a book. Come on, this is common sense.
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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OP: Not for me! You should see my closet... LOL
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05.22.13, 02:38 AM
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I am trying to do this, but switching jobs, so waiting until I get the new job to start buying. Currently trying to declutter. Sell nice thing syou don't use on EBay, throw out or donate others. I actually started a blog where I post photos of me in all my outfits and friends and family comment anonymously on which pieces I should toss or what I should buy to go with them.
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05.22.13, 02:40 AM
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Hire someone
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05.22.13, 02:36 AM
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You need me! I do this for a living!
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05.22.13, 02:36 AM
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How much do you charge?
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05.22.13, 02:43 AM
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OP: Can't afford you? Help a girl out? Give me some tips...! :)
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05.22.13, 02:43 AM
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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05.22.13, 02:27 AM
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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According to my extensive googling, there are 25.4 ounces of wine in a bottle. So, if you pour 6 oz glasses, 4 glasses. But if you pour 4 oz glasses, then there are 6.
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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OP-cause I just had 2 glasses and it looks like the bottle is half gone! :)
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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Not sure I drink straight out of the bottle.
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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Why bother. I didn't and the baby came out.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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Absolutely this!
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05.22.13, 02:23 AM
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yes I agree not necessary but it is nice to know what my options are and what to expect. If you are hoping to go without meds nice to have some idea as to things to do, options and management of hospital, etc. baby will come out either way but nice to have some info...
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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It is a trial by fire.
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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I don't understand what that is suppose to mean?
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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You can read all the books in the world, but until you actually do it you have no idea. It is like the difference between climbing a mountain and reading about climbing a mountain. Your body just takes over and you do it. It just isn't an intellectual thing.
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05.22.13, 02:37 AM
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not so much true..you would want to know how to tie a knot, what gear you would need, etc before you climb...with some much interventions happening an a lot of it not always needed it is nice to know that you do have other options, it is not about attacking your doctor it is about having a smart conversation with them, they only way you know what questions to ask is by getting info before...like know you don't need an iv if you don't have pain meds...if you did not know this before you would just get a routine i.v. which can make it harder for some people to use natural options for pain management like shower, bath, etc.
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05.22.13, 02:41 AM
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Weill Cornell east side has one. It was a waste of time for me, but we useful for DH because he had to sit down and actually focus on what he needed to expect in the delivery room.
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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I did-at a place called "real birth" but I don't think it exists anymore.
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05.22.13, 02:18 AM
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I didn't take childbirth class but I took breastfeeding class before db was born (as my friend recommended). I thought that was very helpful.
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05.22.13, 02:19 AM
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where?
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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I did it at NYU hospital
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05.22.13, 02:22 AM
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Did you take a sex class or did you and dh figure that out all by yourselves?
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05.22.13, 02:27 AM
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laugh...I did read books however...
why make fun about someone wanting to educate themselves? Not everyone wants epidural and even if you do want epidural nice to know what all the machines are for. You mean to tell me if you need to have an operation you would not google info on this or ask questions?
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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Honestly, no. I might get a second opinion but google is NOT your friend when it comes to medical issues. You are not a doctor and you will just freak yourself out. I don't need to know and scare myself.
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05.22.13, 02:33 AM
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that's you. most people like to know about what is going to happen to them. I am not saying to tell doctors how to do their job but I would like to know what is going to happen to my body, it is after all happening to me...knowledge is a wonderful gift to have..
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05.22.13, 02:36 AM
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Sorry, in terms of birth it is silly. If it gives you peace of mind and you like doing it go ahead, but don't expect it to really prepare you in any sense for the reality.
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05.22.13, 02:41 AM
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Um, we never did. Needed a team of professionals
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05.22.13, 02:34 AM
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To out his winky in your hoo-hoo?
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05.22.13, 02:38 AM
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I met one of my best friends in the class. I
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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yes I agree, classes can be great to meet people. I still keep in touch with several people I took my class with
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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05.22.13, 02:17 AM
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Think he's sleeping around?
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05.22.13, 02:25 AM
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op: no chance.
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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Maybe he liked you curvy?
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05.22.13, 02:26 AM
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famous last words...
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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that would be my guess...any guy who doesn't want it is getting somewhere else...
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05.22.13, 02:22 AM
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Or aging, or stressed, or tired, or drinking too much, or on anti anxiety meds, or what the fuck do you know?!
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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wow a little sensitive...no guys is ever too stressed or tired...it is a lie they tell women so they don't hurt their feelings...get real and watch your mouth
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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op: there's literally no chance--he works with only men and comes directly home to take care of db before I get home. He's a total homebody. I think he's just stressed/lazy/tired. I cajoled him into the idea, then db started crying--I spent 15 minutes getting her settled and when I came back dh was like, "I just want to sleep." Total bummer.
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05.22.13, 02:34 AM
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05.22.13, 02:16 AM
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He will get used to it. Better than you two sleeping in separate bedrooms, right? It's also going to be better sleep for both of you. With sleep apnea - is he overweight?
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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So far better sleep for me - he's finding it hard to breathe with them. He's actually pretty skinny, not sure where the snoring came from. Unfortunately, the other options are that scary-ass mask and surgery
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05.22.13, 02:18 AM
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Sounds like he has the best practical solution, and he just needs to get used to it. But it's not your fault! You can feel sympathetic without feeling responsible. GL!
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05.22.13, 02:27 AM
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Don't feel bad. He will be healthier.
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05.22.13, 02:19 AM
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05.22.13, 02:16 AM
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Not at all.
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05.22.13, 02:25 AM
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nah. we are in 0.1% and dc calls me cheap all the time and i am.
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05.22.13, 02:20 AM
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Thanks. I was starting to believe the hype.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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Same here! 0.1% and our kids have 1/10th the crap my nephews have
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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Of course not. High SES moms don't fall into these traps.
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05.22.13, 02:26 AM
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What is ses?
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05.22.13, 02:22 AM
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socioeconomic status?
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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No, you are long changing your bank account
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05.22.13, 02:26 AM
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Hell to the no. Your parents didn't have that shit and I bet you didn't either. Don't fall for it.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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Op: a friend was puzzled that I didn't have a "stool" so the kids could brush their teeth and I just never felt like we needed it.
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05.22.13, 02:22 AM
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Can they reach the sink?
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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Op: yes they an reach.
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05.22.13, 02:31 AM
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PP: I have one, two actually, but I find them very useful for hand washing. Agree with you that not necessary for brushing teeth, but my DC who is 3.5 years can wash/dry her hands all by herself using the stool. Definitely couldn't do that on her own without it. So I find it useful. But yeah, batman water bottles? WTF My daughter has been picking all kinds of shit up in the store and giving me that 'can I?' look. Sometimes asks for it. I say put that back. When she asks why I say 'cuz we don't need it.' End of story. She's a good kid and seems to have learned that I do not tolerate the 'but I need it!!!!!' tantrum bullshit I've seen some kids pull. Always feel very sorry for them.
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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+1 I like you.
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05.22.13, 02:33 AM
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NO. I hate all that stupid stuff.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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We have that crap too, but I didn't buy it-comes from grandparents/aunties etc.
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05.22.13, 02:22 AM
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I had none of that and it didn't make a bit of difference. Don't plan on buying that tacky shit for my kids either
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05.22.13, 02:23 AM
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Actually, you are doing them a favor. They don't need all that crap. And the more crap kids get, the more they crave. So you don't have to get into that unnecessary endless cycle. I am in the process of cutting back. It's a good thing. Also, you can think of it as sparing the earth from having to absorb the extra garbage when they are done with the extra stuff.
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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this.
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05.22.13, 02:27 AM
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I think most people buy kids their own cups and plates so the kids don't break the good stuff
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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I don't believe in extras but I also don't see kids plates, a backpack or a water bottle as extras, those are simply things that get used every day in my house (I would like to keep my dishes and glasses so my kids get plastic). They only have a couple of pairs of shoes though
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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are you pointed about it? Buying ALL that extra stuff all the time is wasteful and sends a bad message. (GUILTY here) but depriving your children of it just to make a point is also not healthy. A little goes a long way. Every so often buy some stupid indulgent thing like a Batman water bottle just because they like it. If you don't make a habit of it, it's fine. You will make them want stuff more, IMO, if you deprive them entirely.
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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Op: it is not intentional. I noticed today in one of my dcs classes that my child was one if the few that didn't have all of this stuff. Made me think I should buy it
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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By not having stuff do you mean not branded stuff or nothing at all? Just curious, I always carry water for my kids and myself so we all have a reusable water bottle. I let my kids pick theirs out so it could easily be batman. Not sure how the water bottle is unnecessary junk though, better than buying bottled water.
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05.22.13, 02:42 AM
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05.22.13, 02:10 AM
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It isn't too late to get a job though. He will probably have to contribute more because you won't make as much as if you had started earlier and you should tell him that.
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05.22.13, 02:17 AM
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I want to get a job. What can I do? I am looking at temping. I need to learn some computer skills first.
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05.22.13, 02:12 AM
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Retail, watch kids. You could do that right now.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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Hate both of those fields.
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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Suck it up sister. You don't have a lot of options and it is just a paycheck.
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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over-ask to start. it all depends on what you're used to, what you can get used to, etc.
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05.22.13, 02:18 AM
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You should be asking a lawyer about what you should ask for.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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I am meeting with one in June.
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05.22.13, 02:28 AM
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OR: There is no one on this board who can answer the questions that you are posing. There are too many unknowns. You will have more clarity after you consult with your attorney. Deal with the career issues afterward. For now, you don't work, and if you haven't been working for years, then you go to court with that. You can ponder what you might like to do, and may start getting your ducks in a row, but that's probably irrelevant for the purposes of divorcing and getting a settlement. Your lawyer will clarify. GL.
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05.22.13, 02:27 AM
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I would look at anything in the health care field...they seem to hire a lot
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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Ask for a lot of $
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05.22.13, 02:17 AM
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upfront or is it better to get monthly?
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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Alimony + child support, of course.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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And, custody + the house.
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05.22.13, 02:21 AM
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don't rush into work---if you're ex-DH can afford it.
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05.22.13, 02:29 AM
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What are thoughts on going back to school? If he would pay for it
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05.22.13, 02:33 AM
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I am almost 50. School is almost free where I live, but how many more years of waiting to work?
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05.22.13, 02:39 AM
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It took me almost a year, but I weasled my way in to PwC by taking a temp job, doing well at it, and looking around their office to see what I'd be interested in doing, then holding out for an opportunity to apply for an opening. Just a suggestion about how to work your way in.
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05.22.13, 02:30 AM
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05.22.13, 02:09 AM
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Start with a nice pair of jeans, sandals and some simple tops from A. Wang/Rag & Bone. Pair it with some Hermes bangles and "natural" makeup and you've got my everyday outfit! I do look quite good, if I do say so myself :)
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05.22.13, 02:11 AM
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get a couple of easy go to outfits. dress and leggings are super simple and comfy but look put together. Use a scarf to pull it all together. For summer, easy thing is a dress cute shoes, buy a couple of easy one necklace you can just toss over in place of a scarf...
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05.22.13, 02:17 AM
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Find a comfy casual uniform. Most women looks good in slim, straight leg jeans, looser blouses and flats. Then you can mix it up from there by adding a blazer, trying fun prints, funky colors on the shoes, etc
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05.22.13, 02:32 AM
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