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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:12 PM Flag
[ - ] Wow, most of you women are much stronger than I am! You are not nosy or in the least bit curious about other people, don't expect thank you cards or acknowledgments. I am just a mess, apparently! 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:03 PM Flag
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hold on now - I expect thank you notes and am disappointed when they are not forthcoming - but I'm not the least bit nosy or gossipy. Avoid gossip like the plague. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:58 PM Flag
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and yes, I am strong. ROAR [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:58 PM Flag
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i don't gossip but aren't you curious about people? curiosity is the mother of human progress and nature of all man. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:07 PM Flag
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I thought necessity was the mother of invention. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:09 PM Flag
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that's why i said human progress. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:10 PM Flag
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this is correct and has nothing to do with being a pita nosy bitch. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:12 PM Flag
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I don't agree with your sentiment that being nosy and curious about other people's personal lives/business is the nature of all man. And no, I have enough trouble minding my own business - not interested in anyone else's :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:09 PM Flag
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i'll bet you're nosy/curious. i mind my own business more than anyone i know and never gossip and am never interested in gossiping but i am curious. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:05 PM Flag
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I don't agree with your sentiment that being nosy and curious about other people's personal lives/business is the nature of all man. And no, I have enough trouble minding my own business - not interested in anyone else's :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:09 PM Flag
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didn't curiosity kill the cat? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:13 PM Flag
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Thank you notes are the devil. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:06 PM Flag
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i am super curious or nosy when the lead is good. found out a class mom was convicted of fraud and only avoid prison by turning in her former bosses to the IRS. and she is so nice! but thank you cards -- you ain't never seeing those so you may as well get over it. i do get annoyed when they don't at least send a thank you email or say it in person but i've gotten over that, too. i gave $500 in cash for wedding last year and heard nothing. now, i just don't give very much and that makes things easier, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:06 PM Flag
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I don't care about thank you notes but I am curious about the world around me, including other people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:08 PM Flag
[ - ] Prayers for Nelson Mandela. Amandhla 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:02 PM Flag
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huh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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it's his time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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I know he's very old and to say he's lived a life is a gross understatement, but it will still be very sad to see him go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:06 PM Flag
[ - ] ok kingly's mom checking in and what are your questions? GO! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:57 PM Flag
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Didn't you admit to being a teen already [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:59 PM Flag
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wasn't me, the real Kingly's mom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:01 PM Flag
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careful. people hate "GO!" around here. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:59 PM Flag
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lol I know and I like to spice it up a bit around here [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Is there a lot to do in Quebec City? Or should I just stick to Montreal 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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The old part of QC is really beautiful. Definitely go! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:03 PM Flag
[ - ] I have a few toys (unopened in original boxes) that DC has received for various occasions and never showed interest in. I'd like to give them away to some kind of charity--something like Toys for Tots--but not sure what's available in the middle of the summer (other than Goodwill or Salvation Army). Any ideas? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.18.13, 08:54 PM Flag
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what type, what age? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:55 PM Flag
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Mostly boy stuff, pre-school thru kindergarten toys. Some Thomas stuff, a Hess truck, a Melissa and Doug toy, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:05 PM Flag
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I gave the educational type to my sons nyc elementary school guidance counselor and assistant principal (various times) to give to students they thought could use and they seemed really appreciative. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:00 PM Flag
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cradles to crayons [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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That looks great, but it's only in Philly and Boston. I'm happy to bring my stuff somewhere, but has to be NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:59 PM Flag
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it is great! signed Boston mom :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:00 PM Flag
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you can donate to a church fair (they sell). check with one nearby? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:01 PM Flag
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found a boy in our building - pass it all down, they love it, I love it. done easy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:08 PM Flag
[ - ] If you wanted to be a brownstone renovating pioneer now in Brooklyn, where would you buy? Banking on a neighborhood uptick, hoping for good restaurants and services to come in, etc.? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:52 PM Flag
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I don't think you can be a pioneer in brooklyn anymore - virtually every neighborhood with brownstone housing stock already has good restaurants and services. Bay Ridge and Sunset Park are a little more affordable than the more trendy areas but still not cheap. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:05 PM Flag
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crown heights [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Horace Mann................ it is not for everyone.......................... 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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Tell us more....? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:04 PM Flag
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of course, what would you like to know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:59 PM Flag
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As opposed to that *other* school that suits *every* dc so well.... You know the one I mean.... What's it called again? Hm.... Oh, wait. Nevermind. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:01 PM Flag
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No place is, Baby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:05 PM Flag
[ - ] Oh my god, our offer on an apartment was accepted! I'm so excited! 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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congrats! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:45 PM Flag
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Congrats. What's your HHI, mortgage, # of DC, etc, etc, !! ;) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:45 PM Flag
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wow someone is nosy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:50 PM Flag
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I believe she was kidding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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forgot: height/weight/what'd you eat today? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:58 PM Flag
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OP: HAHA! I love you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:54 PM Flag
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^^not OR, but could have been ;) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:04 PM Flag
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op: LOL! I'm feeling so happy I'll indulge you. HHI of 140k, mortgage will be 335k, 1 dc, we'll be restoring a gorgeous "estate condition" 1200 sf co-op to its former glory. I'm soooo excited for this project. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
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Wow...great price. In Manhattan? The housing gods smiled on you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:02 PM Flag
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What's the neighborhood? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:02 PM Flag
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op: I want to tell you but I can't! Inventory is so low I'm pretty sure I'd out myself if I said...I will say that I'm at grand central in 25 minutes. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:05 PM Flag
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OR. Good luck! So happy for you. Keep on top of the contractor, and expect the time and budget to go up by 50%!!! Try not to overspend (I once put top end everything into a low end apt - nothing wrong with that, but it wasn't $enough to regain my expenses upon resale). And did I say good luck :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:04 PM Flag
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Is this an HDFC building? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:06 PM Flag
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YESSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:45 PM Flag
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Nice. You must be so excited :-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
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Just curious about neighborhood and how long on the market? Congrats too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:03 PM Flag
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whoops. misread thought you were selling [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:04 PM Flag
[ - ] Would you be happy if your DC decided on a career in public service? 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:44 PM Flag
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If thy were happy I would be happy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:37 PM Flag
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sure. altho there's a lot of politcians who consider what they do "public service" and I'd disagree with that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:38 PM Flag
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What's wrong with public service? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:46 PM Flag
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OP: Nothing at all. I was just thinking about how everyone hates Congress and "government bureaucracy" these days, when a few decades ago these roles seemed to have more prestige. If my DC were really idealistic, I'd be concerned that running for office would be a very rude awakening. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:48 PM Flag
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I don't always think of politicians when I think of public service. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:49 PM Flag
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OP: Yeah, poor word choice on my part. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:50 PM Flag
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definitely [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:46 PM Flag
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Sure, he could be President! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:46 PM Flag
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What are you really asking? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:40 PM Flag
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OP: I guess I'm really asking how jaded people are about public service these days. And by public service, what I really meant was government / political roles, so I probably used the wrong term. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:49 PM Flag
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Yes, very. Would support dc 100%! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:42 PM Flag
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What do you consider public service? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:44 PM Flag
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OP: Absolutely, but I would never run for office. At least not beyond a small town level. Too much money involved. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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Sorry - misread your post. Policy think tanks, political office, directly working for government. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
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Yes, I'd be very happy, considering I did that for 22 years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
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Mine has to some extent. He's decided to become a journalist with a focus on internation affairs. He majored in IR in college (just out now) and his dad is a journalist. He toyed with the idea of CIA, diplomacy and such. Spent time in Europe (Brussels) learning about the EU. I'm glad but concerned about the pay scale. Oh well, if he's happy that'll be a blessing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:55 PM Flag
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OP: Just curious - why did he rule out state department? I can see the allure of the journalism route - when I was a kid I wanted to be Christiane Amanpour. GL to him! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:58 PM Flag
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What college? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:54 PM Flag
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I would be pleased beyond measure as long as there are no politics involved [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
[ - ] Anybody giving up G&T spot at PS33 for K? Thanks! 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:42 PM Flag
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hold tight - it will come [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:36 PM Flag
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not yet. Did your child get a 99? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:38 PM Flag
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Wondering why people asking PS33? why not PS11? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:46 PM Flag
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np - assume no one is giving up ps11 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:41 PM Flag
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Actually, most (if not all) of the people whose children got into PS 33 G&T for K this year ranked it above PS 11. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:49 PM Flag
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THIS [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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well, not all, because we listed 11 first... but that's interesting you don't see it that way... ps11 has long been a feeder school for overflow from PS41/3, so village parents know the school... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:45 PM Flag
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:) Well you will be with a lot of families who listed PS33 above 11! Honestly, we ranked Anderson/Nest above 33 because of their reputation and middle schools. But we overall preferred PS 33 - I know that a number of our acquaintances who are going there felt the same way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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sadly, I will be with a lot of midtown west parents because we didn't get a placement [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:00 PM Flag
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not us, we ranked PS33 after PS11 with 99s, but we got PS33. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:55 PM Flag
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haha. interesting. We ranked PS 33 above 11 and were really worried that PS 33 would be full and we would end up at 11! Hopefully, spots at ps11 will open up and you will be selected to go there. GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:59 PM Flag
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huh? these people asking want a spot at PS 33 for their kid (not/ rather than PS 11). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:41 PM Flag
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because the posters prefers 33? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:42 PM Flag
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Because PS11 is a more established school, which is highly regarded. PS33 is a newer school with less of a track record, and the physical space isn't as nice. So it's more likely that people will give up PS33 spots than PS11 spots. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:50 PM Flag
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I toured both and preferred PS 33's physical layout. PS 11 was a lovely school (i particularly liked their chicken coop and closed street in front of the school). BUT I found the school far to cluttered/large/chaotic inside for me (boxes stacked in hallways, corners, etc). PS 33 was much smaller and more organized from my point of view, and the classrooms were great with light and new toys/equipment, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:53 PM Flag
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PS 11 gen ed is more highly regarded than PS 33 gen ed. BUT the jury is out when you compare the G&T programs. Many feel the PS 33 G&T is "better" than the PS 11 G&T (which the principle takes pains to point out is not at all different than PS 11's gen ed). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:54 PM Flag
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FWIW, we ranked 33 over 11 because the G&T program seemed more rigorous. For gened, would have chosen 11 over 33. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 09:03 PM Flag
[ - ] TMI: how often do you have a BM? typically in the am or after a meal? any pattern? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:41 PM Flag
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every morning after coffee [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:48 PM Flag
[ - ] Mom who ran a daycare drugged the kids in her care by feeding them food laced with drugs so they would sleep. http://www.nbcnews.com/video/nbc-news/52239208/#52239208 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:39 PM Flag
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brilliant! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:41 PM Flag
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happens all the time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:42 PM Flag
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Gross [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:51 PM Flag
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hell, parents on UB do it to their own children on flights. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:46 PM Flag
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That's way different [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:49 PM Flag
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not really [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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how so? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:56 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:47 PM Flag
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you mean like the people here talk about doling out benadryl to keep em quiet? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 08:52 PM Flag
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