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05.24.13, 01:40 PM
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NO it is not normal and yes it also happen in NYC, they put a stuffed animal backpack on it to try and make it look cute...
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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thanks, that's what I thought
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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Most kids don't need it but some really do.
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05.24.13, 01:51 PM
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i wouldn't judge, my kid used to run away from me and it was frightening having to look for her all the time.
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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OP- I am trying not to, but honestly, I think she has been in the boonies for too long to realize this is not ok
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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lol, but it is okay - really safety of her kid first, you have no idea if that child has put himself in harms way by darting off or not listening
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05.24.13, 01:50 PM
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Why is it not okay?
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05.24.13, 01:57 PM
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Um, how about we make sure our child does not run away from us! Holding a hand works wonders.
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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you don't understand how hard it is with a "runner." she would wriggle out of holding hands and just bolt. even more scary if on a crowded street or theme park.
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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And let me guess when they end up not behaving in school they will be "spirited" Nip it in the bud now and stop using excuses.
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05.24.13, 01:50 PM
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yes, she was "spirited." she is older and calmer and better now, but it's truly scary so i wouldn't judge another mom who went the leash route, but then i am not a sanctimommy.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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If you have a kid who is prone to darting out in traffic, I think it's a great idea. Most children don't though so it's easy to judge others who are faced with that issue.
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05.24.13, 01:51 PM
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great when you are out in crowds and could get distracted
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05.24.13, 01:51 PM
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Normal for lazy people who do not really want to watch their child closely or teach the child that it is not ok to run away.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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See, I think it's more like extra protection if you're in a busy setting. While I've never used a leash, I don't see an issue with using them. You can teach your child these things AND put them on a leash in chaotic situations as extra protection. I watch my kids very closely but it only takes a second for one to dart off in a random moment...Especially in a crowded place.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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OP - she is traveling with a kid and is bringing a car seat. Honestly, you should be able to watch one child who is 1.5yr
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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bitch
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05.24.13, 01:50 PM
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I would take that over treating my DC as an animal
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05.24.13, 01:58 PM
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I don't understand why this makes you think she can't watch him. I find that those leashes are a great way to allow them a little extra freedom while still being safe. Not necessary for all kids, but a nice, easy way to have a little extra peace of mind if you're in a busy place.
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05.24.13, 01:58 PM
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I hate all forms of restraints, but if even one child's life is saved...
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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I have no problem with these leashes and don't get why it's such a big deal to UB moms.
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05.24.13, 01:54 PM
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because it puts child on the same level as a dog
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05.24.13, 01:55 PM
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snort. much better to have your dc run off in a crowded mall or into traffic. OR BETTER YET, better to keep them strapped into a stroller until they are 5.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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Do you feel the same way about a stroller? many times they would serve the same purposes and beter for the child to walk.
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05.24.13, 01:58 PM
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yes, feel better about stroller. they were made for children, leashes were made for animals.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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These don't bother me at all. 2 yos ARE cognitively similar to dogs. I have an easy toddler girl but wouldn't hesitate to use a leash if in a crowded place/traveling where we might get separated. Really no different than confining a child in a stroller.
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05.24.13, 01:59 PM
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05.24.13, 01:40 PM
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oatmeal with cut up fruit
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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cereal with yogurt
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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OP: How did I not think of this? Thank you.
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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Turkey bacon and fruit
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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While eggs are a big part of breakfast for us, we also do oatmeal, fruit crumble, cinnamon raisin toast with cream cheese, farina, grits with sausage and peas (random I know but she likes peas), and cold cereal w milk (she is pretty good with a spoon), I imagine there are egg free versions of french toast, pancakes, waffles, etc. (esp if she can handle either the yolk or the whites)
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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^ Oh yeah, and tons of yogurt like pp mentioned. We'll do parfaits with oatmeal and fruit.
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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OP: The grits with sausage and peas sounds great actually. Do you think that something like that would keep for a few days if I made a batch and then heated it up in the morning? We are a little rushed to get out the door to daycare in the morning, so don't want to really cook.
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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Remember that it doesn't matter if she eats a traditional breakfast food or not. In other cultures, meat and vegetables are perfectly acceptable breakfast fare. I'd feed her whatever she likes in AM. My kids ate sandwiches for breakfast for years. For a while it was PB&J. Then ham and cheese.
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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Thanks. She loves veggies and beans. I could definitely give her that for breakfast.
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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OP: Thanks for all these ideas. She eats lots of yogurt and fruit already, too. I should have mentioned that.
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05.24.13, 01:50 PM
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Greek yogurt is great and good practice with spoon.
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05.24.13, 01:58 PM
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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why? so what if they are?
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05.24.13, 01:22 PM
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05.24.13, 01:23 PM
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It is imputed income if he is getting a below market rate, and the question becomes whether he paid taxes on the imputed income.
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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Dem here, and I agree.
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05.24.13, 01:19 PM
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Well that would be an illegal campaign contribution that's the so what if they are. How fucking stupid are you?
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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or: no need to be nasty. b*tch.
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05.24.13, 01:29 PM
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NP, i agree with the post you really seem dumb to not realize that this is illegal campaign contribution, are you blond by any chance?
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05.24.13, 01:50 PM
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You weren't very polite in your original response, so....
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05.24.13, 01:55 PM
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Why so meeeeeean??????
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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because people are willing to forgive such incredibly reprehensible behavior in politicians they support, while vilifying any tiny infraction from those they don't support. What is Weiner doing today for a living that enables him to pay 160,000 a year in apartment rent?
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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+10000000000
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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I completely agree with you, but those who seem so ready to forgive or overlook need explanation of why their views are wrong, not to be called names. That is the easy way out and just as bad as overlooking "reprehensible behavior."
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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or: I was genuinely curious to learn the reason why this info was relevant/important. I don't know enough about Weiner to say that I support him or not. Your response was nasty and says a lot about you as a person.
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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he is abhorrent
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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in every respect!
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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What a disgrace.
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05.24.13, 01:26 PM
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I'm less worried about the imputed unpaid taxes that Weiner owes forms this gift than I am about the influence this supporter might have should Weiner ever get elected again - this bribe received by Weiner and his wife who is in a position to influence public policy is of more concern to me
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05.24.13, 01:29 PM
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op-stop replying to yourself
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05.24.13, 01:44 PM
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op- Wait a minute. I'm the op and I've only posted one reply down below. Are you telling me that I wrote this or are you replying as me? Either way, doesn't make sense.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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op- Wait a minute. I'm the op and I've only posted one reply down below. Are you telling me that I wrote this or are you replying as me? Either way, doesn't make sense.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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Wow, that is pretty serious, and seems a terrible tactical mistake on his part. Strange.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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Tax evasion, bribery and sending pornographic materials to minors - this Weiner dude is one classy guy!
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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I don't think she was a minor, was she?
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05.24.13, 01:36 PM
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There were numerous "shes", no?
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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She? Weiner texted pornographic images to multiple recipients and refuses to disclose how many - and it has been noted that some were under certain ages
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05.24.13, 01:44 PM
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And Huma's cool with it. What a woman!
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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He's a Weiner, not a Winner.
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05.24.13, 01:34 PM
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Well, he really wants to win the election so why not?
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05.24.13, 01:35 PM
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Breaking news on Urban Baby!
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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1) huma abedin is a class act. i have nothing but respect for her. 2) i suspect you are the same hack for the teachers union who posts here often. and you're pissed that weiner is the least favorable candidate from theunion's perspective. he will get my vote for that issue alone. i like christine quinn, but she is in the back pocket of the teachers union and will dial back many of the reforms bloomberg has won over the years. i'm voting for weiner. despite his past.
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05.24.13, 01:44 PM
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why do you find the teacher's union so evil? i find most of the school problems to be the fault of the DOE.
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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I have no respect for Huma or her Weiner and would not vote for either of them for anything.
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05.24.13, 01:48 PM
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+1 why would she stay with this sleazebag?
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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It is impossible for me to imagine.
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05.24.13, 01:54 PM
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my thoughts of huma have gone down since she seems to stand behind this liar
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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Huma, Silda and Hillary, although Hillary is the easiest one to understand. But not the others.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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i agree - Hilary had been married too long and he did his penance - the other two...so sad
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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op - Nope, I'm just somebody who reads the Times every day and remembers small details because I'm paid to do that in my (non-political) job. I'm not sure where you got this teacher's union theory from. Odd. I've also noticed that De Blasio's wife wrote something in the late 70s about being a lesbian, but I didn't post about it because I figured it had already been covered here when she was wrote about it again recently.
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05.24.13, 01:54 PM
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Who wants a Mayor with demonstrated lack of impulse control?
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05.24.13, 01:52 PM
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In politics you make a calculation when you vote. Who will do the best job representing me? But often it comes down to the lesser of evils. In this case I'll go with Weiner. He's a pit bull in the political arena.
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05.24.13, 01:58 PM
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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That's not true in my state. Though I think the teachers have been great so far.
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05.24.13, 01:15 PM
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teachers don't need masters to start teaching, I,m a teacher and there are plenty of dumb teachers with and without mqasters degrees
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05.24.13, 01:16 PM
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Just like there are plenty of dumb people in every line of work, regardless of education.
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05.24.13, 01:23 PM
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Teachers don't have to have a masters degree to teach in most states.
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05.24.13, 01:23 PM
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Not sure I get your point, that the woman is a jerk or that people who have masters degrees must be intelligent?
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05.24.13, 01:18 PM
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1) You're wrong. 2) How is that relevant anyway? There are lots of stupid people with degrees.
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05.24.13, 01:18 PM
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np. I was just going to make your second point. And the master's programs that so many teachers do are not especially demanding in terms of intellect. Basically, if you put in the time, you'll get the degree.
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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Teachers don't have to have their masters degree to teach in any state.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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they do need it for permanent cerification
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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Even if she didn't have a masters, people deserve respect. I hate with people do this.
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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Some people don't deserve respect because they do stupid shit. You don't know what was going on so my your own business.
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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I think you owe your child's teacher a certain amount of respect....especially in a public forum. Yelling at a teacher in front of kids is not okay.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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Agree yelling at her in front of kids is not a good idea out of respect for the kids though the teacher doesn't necessarily deserve respect.
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05.24.13, 01:36 PM
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We should always treat people with a certain amount of basic respect. "deserved" or otherwise. Being respectful is as much about you as it is about the deservedness of the person you are interacting with.
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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Good point, at least until we know the facts.
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05.24.13, 01:31 PM
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What facts would make you think it was okay to berate a teacher in front of her students and other parents?
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05.24.13, 01:27 PM
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Obviously I couldn't speculate, but is it possible that she did something dangerous or abusive? OP isn't saying.
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05.24.13, 01:35 PM
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Well...obviously if the teacher was being openly abusive that would be different. I'm going to guess that is not the case. If she was, you should do something more serious and effective than yell at her
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05.24.13, 01:38 PM
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Everybody does stupid stuff sometimes. I treat people with respect regardless.
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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There are a lot of dumb people with masters degrees, and a lot of smart people who didn't attend college, but screaming at someone is not acceptable. Do you know the backstory?
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05.24.13, 01:22 PM
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05.24.13, 01:31 PM
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I have two undergrad degrees and will need two masters degrees to get a job.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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huh?
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05.24.13, 01:35 PM
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Teachers do not need a masters degree and a masters degree in education isn't exactly the most challenging degree.
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05.24.13, 01:34 PM
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Doesn't make it okay to treat them like OP describes.
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05.24.13, 01:29 PM
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np-while i agree every person is deserving of respect, regardless of educational status, implying that a teacher is smart b/c she has a masters in education is just doesnt hold water
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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Oh, I agree with that. I still think you should treat her respectfully. But I totally agree that education status doesn't make someone intelligent.
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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Plenty of masters degrees are, to be kind, less than intellectully rigorous. I have always assumed this is true for teachers, and have seen it first hand in other professions as well. What was the mother so angry about?
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05.24.13, 01:30 PM
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You assume teachers are dumb, or you are aware that even people with masters degrees can be dumb? Obviously there are many intelligent teachers. And dumb ones too.
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05.24.13, 01:34 PM
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Your reading comprhension is lacking. Are you a teacher?
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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Parents have tough days too.
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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Plenty of really stupid teachers, even with Masters degree
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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do you think a masters degree in education = smart?
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05.24.13, 01:40 PM
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you can be plenty dumb and get a master's from an excellent school in a 'soft' field (education, social work, communications etc)
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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Not true in Nevada.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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OP's failure to provide any details makes me wonder.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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05.24.13, 01:14 PM
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Normal and common.
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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Normal and common.
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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How does he stimulate you if your legs are closed together?
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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op, forgot to mention, back stimulation (butt, anus).
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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If it works, be happy and realize there's nothing worth feeling awkward about.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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Very normal.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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I'm sure your partner has no complaints.
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05.24.13, 01:38 PM
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05.24.13, 01:14 PM
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What is a clothes tax?
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05.24.13, 01:09 PM
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sales tax on clothes
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05.24.13, 01:10 PM
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no they don't. this is a reason many people go shopping in NJ.
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05.24.13, 01:15 PM
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This poster is correct. Warning most of the stores are closed on Sunday there.
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05.24.13, 01:16 PM
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What are you talking about? Stores are not closed on Sunday in NJ. Could you imagine a retailer closing on a Sunday?
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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Okay go to the Paramus Mall in Sunday and report back to us all the things you didn't buy...
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05.24.13, 01:22 PM
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Dipshit - NJ is bigger than Paramus. Go to Short Hills if you want to shop on a Sunday.
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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"Could you imagine a retailer closing on Sunday". You're the dipshit.
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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The Nordstrom in Paramus does more biz on Saturday than short hills does the whole weekend.
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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Lol. Yes and riverside square and garden state plaza too n
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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All malls and every store except grocery stores are closed on Sunday in Bergen County
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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Thanks I was going to take my daughter as treat today after school. Any mall or outlet suggestions would be appreciated.
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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Paramus Mall and for outlets the Bergen Town Center.
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05.24.13, 01:26 PM
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05.24.13, 01:10 PM
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Not really. I'm sure you'll get a few stories here of a toddler learning something. Yes, they might pick up a song or random fact from watching TV. But for the most part, no they aren't learning.
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05.24.13, 01:11 PM
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maybe. They also learn things from playing with empty boxes. Toddlers are sponges soaking up everything around them. I'm not an anti-TV or screen person. My toddlers watched TV, and the younger one used the iPad and my phone (didn't have when older one was a toddler). I just personally don't focus on 'educational' tv or apps. Life is life, some of it is fun and some is dumb and i'm ok with that.
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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Same here. I allow some TV. For fun, not education. They might learn something from it, they might not. Either way it's fine in moderation.
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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They may, may not, I wouldn't use educational tv as my main resource, maybe when you are busy doing something and just need some quiet time then yes, it is more like a distraction.
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05.24.13, 01:16 PM
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I guess it must depend on the kid but mine learned their numbers, letters,shapes, some Spanish and sign language. They also enjoy signing a clean up song.
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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Sometimes. I wouldn't put them in front of the TV with the hope of educating them. But sure they learn a little bit from it here and there.
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05.24.13, 01:19 PM
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This. Education is not a reason to have them watch TV, but they might learn from it occasionally.
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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So what IS a reason to have them watch?
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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Entertainment. Nothing wrong with occasional mindless entertainment.
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05.24.13, 01:20 PM
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My DD picked up some sign language pretty quickly from on of those baby sign dvds. I think a lot of kids do well with them.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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Nanny here. Those baby signs DVDs are one TV thing that I've seen rub off pretty consistently on kids I've worked with. Beyond that, it's a toss up. I limit TV, and when I allow it it's as a fun, "chillout" activity. TV should not be relied on as an education source. But there's nothing wrong with a little TV
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05.24.13, 01:23 PM
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Mine did. She didn't watch a ton, but she enjoyed nature shows in particular and ended up learning quite a lot about different animals and regions of the world.
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05.24.13, 01:30 PM
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I learned to read at age three, mostly from watching Sesame Street and Electric Company. My parents knew I could read but didn't realize that I was reading at a very high level until I was five and started going to school. I ended up skipping a grade in elementary after being tested.
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05.24.13, 01:33 PM
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Kids like this learn to read with or without TV.
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05.24.13, 01:33 PM
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OR: I disagree.
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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Of course, PBS kids tv is the best!
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05.24.13, 01:39 PM
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This helps a lot for kids whose home language is not English. It would be interesting if they learn Spanish by watching spanish channels.
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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Not true. It didn't work for my dcs they just looked at the picture and ignored the language. Maybe picked up a few words. I think the "learning" is so minimal that it isn't worth it unless parents need the TV to get a break which is perfectly fine but lets not fool ourselves.
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05.24.13, 01:43 PM
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Only 2 to Harvard? sigh, I remember when Fieldstone was considered a TT.
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05.24.13, 01:14 PM
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now it's just farms. Endless farms
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05.24.13, 01:26 PM
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I like the school, but the crazy Liberal headmaster and constant changing of admin is off putting
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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agree
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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So the vast majority (75%) did not make it to Ivy/Stanford. Something to keep in mind.
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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U of Chicago > Brown, for one thing
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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you can split hairs all you want, i am just giving the cold hard facts. and just as an opinion, i would much rather go to brown than chicago.
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05.24.13, 01:35 PM
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Oh how the mighty have fallen
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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Right? Never understand how people harp on these stats! MOST kids don't end up at Ivys from privates, NEST, Hunter, Stuy, etc.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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How about other TTs?
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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It's so interesting how Washington University and Emory have become acceptable and very popular schools for people on the East Coast, like Duke became an acceptable/popular school in the 90s. Before they started getting shut out elsewhere, people from NY/NJ would have never even heard of these schools. Now they make up a substantial number of the student population.
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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they really aren't. you only go there if you don't get into an Ivy and don't want to go to a state school. I know someone going to Emory next fall, his dad was constantly bragging about how smart the kid was. anyway, he got dinged from all the Ivies.
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05.24.13, 01:46 PM
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I am Jewish. Tons of New York Jews end up at Emory. Never understood it.
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05.24.13, 01:55 PM
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+1.
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05.24.13, 01:53 PM
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That's why it's so stupid to brag about how smart your kid is. Really.
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05.24.13, 01:56 PM
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05.24.13, 01:04 PM
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Yes. These toys will foster brain development and allow synapses to meld which should aid in interpersonal development. You might be "annoyed" now but I will guarantee you will be "annoyed" for years and years to come as you witness your DB fall further and further behind their peers. Your choice.
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05.24.13, 01:05 PM
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This is not true.
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05.24.13, 01:12 PM
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The opposite is true.
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05.24.13, 01:13 PM
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Mattel spammer.
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05.24.13, 01:23 PM
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OP--I doubt this. These toys didn't exist 50 years ago and there are plenty of nobel prize winners who grew up in the 60's
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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No. Lots of people don't bother with the electronic toys.
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05.24.13, 01:05 PM
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And most kids play with blocks.
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05.24.13, 01:06 PM
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I would donate any electronic toys and stick to blocks, puzzles, board books...
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05.24.13, 01:11 PM
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Nanny here: You don't really need those, blocks, flashcards, puzzles, books, paints, etc. is the best way to go.
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05.24.13, 01:13 PM
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Has anyone made the "sensory bags" I saw it in Pinterest no idea if it is worth the effort.
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05.24.13, 01:10 PM
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Worth the effort in what sense?
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05.24.13, 01:30 PM
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The only use I found for those was in a pinch when I really needed db to be occupied. It was nice to have a few toys that really grabbed their attention in those situations. But the majority of the time, I didn't use them. They're certainly not necessary.
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05.24.13, 01:10 PM
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OP--db likes some of the ones we've received as gifts. I just don't like the idea of spending more money on these plastic crappy toys. Some she likes, some she loses interest in within minutes
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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In moderation, they're entertaining.
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05.24.13, 01:41 PM
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05.24.13, 01:01 PM
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Work until 12, mani/pedi blowout, eye dr
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05.24.13, 01:03 PM
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Blowout, you know its going to be rainy and windy right? Waste of money on a sunny day but really a waste today
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05.24.13, 01:17 PM
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Thanks debster
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05.24.13, 01:19 PM
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What's the blowout for?
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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I get one every friday
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05.24.13, 01:22 PM
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Not to beat a dead horse, but I'm curious why? A lot of events on the weekend? For how many days will you not work out or wash it?
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05.24.13, 01:28 PM
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It makes me feel good about myself and lasts Friday through wed. I have youg kids and work fulltime and it keeps me feeling good about myself when I don't have time for makeup etc. I have very frizzy hair naturally
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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That's great. I can't do that b/c 1) I work out and 2) after 2 days my hair looks greasy if I don't wash it, so it's not worth it.
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05.24.13, 01:39 PM
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Try baby powder
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05.24.13, 01:47 PM
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So you do not wash fri-Wed? ick!
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05.24.13, 01:54 PM
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To enhance the botox of course!!
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05.24.13, 01:22 PM
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Rearranging Furniture
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05.24.13, 01:06 PM
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Same stuff, different day.
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05.24.13, 01:21 PM
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05.24.13, 12:53 PM
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bupkiss.
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05.24.13, 12:54 PM
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depends on the school...
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05.24.13, 01:01 PM
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I'm going to say low $60s on average?
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05.24.13, 01:07 PM
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Basis of your belief?
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05.24.13, 01:16 PM
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Years of listening to "state of the schools" addresses. It's not a secret.
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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Well, it's not exactly public information like the salaries of NYC employees.
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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05.24.13, 01:17 PM
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Op. I'm guessing 40s.
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05.24.13, 01:19 PM
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maybe elsewhere. not in nyc.
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05.24.13, 01:33 PM
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can we settle on 50s?
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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I doubt it's that high.
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05.24.13, 01:46 PM
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how about in math, science, or computer science? Is that higher?
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05.24.13, 01:44 PM
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Public schools have a sliding scale based upon number of degrees and number of years in service. Private I don't know.
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05.24.13, 01:49 PM
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05.24.13, 12:51 PM
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Only one I know is a beautiful blond. Her dh was a software exec who lost everything (so now they ate divorced)
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05.24.13, 12:59 PM
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They are blonde and bored.
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05.24.13, 12:54 PM
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Yes--she is his third wife, 15 years younger and beautiful. They've now been together almost 20 years and he is still head over heels. She is very happy and realizes what she has. She wouldn't risk it for anything. Two lovely kids. There was a prenup, but as a recent gift to her he canceled it!
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05.24.13, 01:02 PM
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Well crap, after 20 years that must have been a shocker!
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05.24.13, 01:04 PM
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She was really thrilled. She has no real career or degree and though he obviously loves her she's always been a little concerned about it. He's a billionaire and it's too easy to get used to that lifestyle!
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05.24.13, 01:05 PM
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This board s rotten with them. None are responding bc they are all at soul cycle.
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05.24.13, 01:05 PM
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lol!
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Aren't you glad that going to soul cycle is not a requirement of your job?
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05.24.13, 01:29 PM
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It is a good deal for both the trophy and the husband
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05.24.13, 01:08 PM
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The ugly women who are frozen out of the trophy thing are snarky
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05.24.13, 01:08 PM
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Actually, disagree. The trophy wife is always worried about getting old. I was young and beautiful and had rich men after me, but it's unbalanced. Also, I truly believe that women have healthier children if they are with a man they are attracted to beyond money. I think some beautiful women have trouble figuring that out because they have all these men after them.
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05.24.13, 01:13 PM
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My cousin is a trophy wife fallen on hard times. Her husband is currently in jail for tax evasion and mortgage fraud related to his real estate development business. Her Bentley has since been repossesed and she's reduced to driving a BMW.
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05.24.13, 01:09 PM
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I do not know other cities but in manhattan successful guys are either looking for tinder or looking for trophy wives
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05.24.13, 01:10 PM
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Petite, blond, gorgeous. DH has his hands in everything from finance to parking lots. They SAH with the kids drive luxury vehicles, shop, go to the gym and take several vacations a year. Their DH's cheat but no one acknowledges it unless a mistress calls the house then all hell breaks loose for a little time. DH goes back on good behavior for a while to keep the wife happy and the cycle repeats itself.
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05.24.13, 01:05 PM
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I know someone that trades in a mail order trophy wife every 5 years, yes really every 5 years he gets a new mail order bride. He treats them like crap for the entire 5 because he knows they will divorce him and he will be off to get a new one.
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05.24.13, 01:13 PM
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I know one who is brunette, older than her hedge fund husband by a few years, tall, thin, drop dead gorgeous, dumb as dirt but the kindest person you'd ever want to meet. She can't set a proper table to save her life but she is very nice, humble and she and her husband are very much in love and very happy. She just had breast cancer and he was with her every step of the way.
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05.24.13, 01:24 PM
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My DH would say the niceness was her selling point. I know some consider me to be and he always says he is in love with me due to my kindness.
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05.24.13, 01:45 PM
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I think I might have been one, although ex-DH was more of a bigwig wannabe - fringe low-level sports celebrity. I was very young, ok looking- I guess - but after years of being with a narcissist 20 years older than me I finally had enough. Nice perks materialistically, but not emotionally.
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people think the body doesn't react well to dairy-- causes congestion, inflammation
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05.24.13, 12:47 PM
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the more stuff you "can't" eat, the easier it is to pretend your eating disorder is a philosophical choice.
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05.24.13, 12:53 PM
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Duh
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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only in America where there is food and people don't eat it
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05.24.13, 12:47 PM
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Yes, poor third world people don't have the luxury of assuming twee dietary restrictions.
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05.24.13, 01:38 PM
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people also object to the production of these products and the treatment of the animals. No expert here but friend explained it this way, but in order for cows to keep producing milk, they have to give birth periodically and their calves are taken away almost immediately. they are tethered to machines.... didn't get the vegan speech on eggs yet. Will report back.
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05.24.13, 12:50 PM
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np - mass produced eggs are just about the filthiest thing you can eat these days. Not vegan, but I don't eat eggs unless I get them at the farm.
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05.24.13, 12:52 PM
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How do eggs get dirty inside the shell?
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there are some evidences that animal products can cause allergies and autoimmune diseases. I don't know if that's why they choose to be vegan but if you have family history with some illnesses, I guess it doesn't hurt to be vegan.
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05.24.13, 12:53 PM
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I have a friend who is a vegan. He reasoning is that his brother has been diagnosed with a particular form of cancer that my friend says is genetic. Apparently things are going better for the brother, partly as a result of a vegan diet and my friend is now vegan in solidarity and in hopes of avoiding the disease. He also says that he feels much better physically not eating animal products. He lives in Nebraska, land of steak which he is happy to grill for anyone else and his wife and family still eat a non-vegan/vegetarian diet. So, for this person, his body just feels better when he eats a vegan diet.
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05.24.13, 12:59 PM
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I'm a vegan by default I guess - never ate meat growing up (hippie parents) and am lactose intolerant. Eggs are just nasty, agree with above poster.
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05.24.13, 01:00 PM
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the problem is that the milk and eggs are no longer from small farms. They are mass produced (almost all the time), the animals are not treated well. Heavy use of antibiotics and other chemicals is also another problem.
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05.24.13, 12:57 PM
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Not if you buy them from a small farm. It can be done.
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05.24.13, 01:25 PM
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Many reasons some people want to avoid all animal protein for health since it is linked to chronic disease, not using animal products is much better for the environment, some people feel it is unethical to use animal labor, allergies, many reasons. I have a vegan at home and vegetarian outside thr home policy. My reasons are that I think animal protein is unhealthy and for the environment but I think some every so often is okay - like I will not deny my dc cake and ice cream at a birthday. I try to take a common sense less extreme approach.
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I love this! You inspired me. I've struggled with this and I think I will try your approach!
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05.24.13, 01:42 PM
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The two vegans I know personally have long histories of disordered eating (one a former anorexic) and have been through many different "health" plans.
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I know some people who believe it's exploitation of animals no matter what. Personally, I don't agree with that point as long as the animals are being raised humanely, but some people disagree.
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05.24.13, 01:32 PM
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Veganism is a form of OCD. They should have added it to the updated DSM, but I'm not sure the pharm companies could get the vegans to sign up for meds.
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05.24.13, 01:37 PM
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05.24.13, 12:35 PM
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Down sensitivity? Maybe replace your pillows or wash them.
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05.24.13, 12:36 PM
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Good thought. No down, and I put an anti-dust mite cover on them.
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05.24.13, 12:38 PM
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It's the weather. Allergies and humidity.
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05.24.13, 12:37 PM
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so a decongestant or an antihistamine?
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05.24.13, 12:39 PM
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+1 Sometimes helps to ease the congestion by elevating your head by sleeping on 2 pillows.
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05.24.13, 12:35 PM
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I do this... so much so that I also woke up with a sore neck!
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05.24.13, 12:36 PM
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No way to win, right?
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05.24.13, 12:38 PM
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:) I'm so envious of people who say they never get headaches
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05.24.13, 12:45 PM
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Are you eating more salty foods before going to bed?
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05.24.13, 12:36 PM
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maybe... will think about that...
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05.24.13, 12:43 PM
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np: why does that matter?
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05.24.13, 12:49 PM
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Just something I've noticed about myself - if I have salty food, I often feel headache-y and a bit bloated the following day.
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05.24.13, 12:50 PM
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Do the symptoms go away within an hour or two of waking up?
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05.24.13, 12:39 PM
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sometimes, yes, after getting up, a hot shower etc. other times the headache progresses.
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05.24.13, 12:49 PM
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My cure for that is lots of benadryl and water before bed, and not being horizontal longer than 7 or 8 hours.
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05.24.13, 12:42 PM
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interesting (now sitting up). How do you know which nights to take the Benadryl?
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05.24.13, 12:51 PM
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np I take Zyrtec every night if I need it or not and have not woken up congested or headache since
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05.24.13, 01:09 PM
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Neti pot or some kind of sinus rinse twice per day. Changed my life!
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05.24.13, 12:45 PM
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np: I use Neti pot when I get a cold and it works very well. can do you use it on a daily basis?
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05.24.13, 12:50 PM
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yes! I do during allergy season
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05.24.13, 12:56 PM
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thanks. will try. (don't know why I never thought about using it everyday)
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05.24.13, 12:59 PM
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ALLERGIES
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05.24.13, 12:57 PM
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Acid reflux can cause excess mucus.
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05.24.13, 01:16 PM
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Allergies/sinus issues. This humid weather makes it worse, I am a mess fit now, have to take sudafed, zyretec and Advil just to function on days like this.
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05.24.13, 01:11 PM
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If you're someplace with no windows or otherwise with no fresh air, you can wake up feeling cruddy.
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05.24.13, 01:29 PM
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