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[ - ] I have never been poor, sometimes I wonder how it feels to have bills and a mortgage. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:10 PM Flag
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sucks - I have 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:11 PM Flag
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It's not fun [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
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Like a ball and chain around my neck, squeezing the very life out of me. There. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
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I was middle class, then very rich, then very poor. I can tell you that the worry over food, medical care and even basic phone service (no smart phones -- just a basic!) gnaw away at you and can make it hard to smile. But smile you must, because this is your one and only chance at life. Rich is MUCH easier, and when I hear my rich friends (those who haven't slowly abandoned me!) complain about how hard it is to maintain multiple homes, juggle their kids tutors and get dresses fitted for parties I just want to cringe. It is really, really hard to worry all the time about simple survival. That's my two cents! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:16 PM Flag
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Count your lucky stars that you've never had to worry how to buy food or how to get $10 to stretch for a week [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:13 PM Flag
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op- I know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:16 PM Flag
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You have GOT to be kidding. Poor people don't have a mortgage, they live month to month in a horrible apartment. Middle class people have mortgage, you have to have a decent job and good credit to get a mortgage, Mitt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:13 PM Flag
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op. MC still poor in my book. We can buy a 1mm condo right now without a mortgage. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
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It depends on the person. DH and I have bills and a mortgage but we aren't too preoccupied by it. Not that we're better than other people, we just happen to have other interests that take up our time and our conversations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
[ - ] Why have Koreans monopolized the black hair market? Their hair is nothing like black hair. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:10 PM Flag
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What? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:04 PM Flag
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black people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:11 PM Flag
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Oh ok. Sorry, confusing post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
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Because they have high IQs? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
[ - ] Neighbor of my cousins just got released from jail for assault and battery. Where is he going to find work? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:59 PM Flag
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corner boy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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Back away from your DVDs of The Wire. He can get work under the table. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:10 PM Flag
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You don't know why he assaulted someone. Maybe he can work at a garage or any other program that deals with ex cons [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:04 PM Flag
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No idea but he is 40 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
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Restaurant business [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:11 PM Flag
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Maybe. People aren't to keen on hiring potentially violent people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
[ - ] I hate NYC, can't count the hours to move out of here 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:51 PM Flag
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hmm, neighbor or neighborhood problems? school problems? Sorry you are having a tough time, sending you and internet hug and glass of wine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:54 PM Flag
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It is too stressful for us. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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np: I'm sorry - I hope you find a way to move somewhere easier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:09 PM Flag
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Why can't you count them? Too many? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:48 PM Flag
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Yes. At least another 2 years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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Can you change something to make the next few years less of a drag? New routines, more time in the Park, something? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:05 PM Flag
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I am trying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:12 PM Flag
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Studies show that if you can get into a park/woods/somewhere green it significantly lowers blood pressure. Take some time to go for a walk. It helps, it really does. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
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Buh-bye [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:54 PM Flag
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See ya! Don't let the door hit you on the way out [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:49 PM Flag
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I'm glad you're leaving...don't want anyone here who doesn't want to be here [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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I hear you. I don't hate NYC, but life outside is much more comfortable. We go back into the city as a family once or twice a month. It's much more relaxing not to be in the hustle and bustle every single day. It's a heck of an adjustment on the beginning though. I won't lie about that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:51 PM Flag
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Where do you live? Why do you hate it? Where are you going? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:57 PM Flag
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Chelsea, to much stress, not sure yet, maybe abroad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:11 PM Flag
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Bike along the Hudson. Get some air. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:16 PM Flag
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please do! it's too expensive to stay if you don't love it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Is it really easier to go from 2 kids to 3 than 1 kid to 2? We are about to go from 2 to 3 but if that's true that it's easier, as quite a few people have told me, then what's up with that new study that mom's of 3 kids are the most stressed!? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:50 PM Flag
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Can you link to the study? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:50 PM Flag
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I found going from none to 1 more of a life change...I have three kids and once I had the hang of things with my first, adding another dc wasn't hard at all BUT I also didn't have two in diapers at the same time. The age difference of 4 yrs made it easy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:02 PM Flag
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You can do a study and find just about anything you want. 1 > 2 isn't bad and neither is 2 >3. Get the older kids involved in the new baby and try to carve out one-on-one time for each child every day - even if it's just a book, brushing their hair, walking the dog.. some small chunk of the day to give them your attention. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:07 PM Flag
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The easiest is to go from 5 kids to 6 kids. Wait and you will see, piece of cake. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:12 PM Flag
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OP-oh um no that won't be happening! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:10 PM Flag
[ - ] Going out to celebrate a big birthday, and I'd like to go somewhere "fine dining". Daniel, Bouley, Marea et al don't excite me too much. Are there any new places you'd recommend? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:47 PM Flag
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City Restaurant [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:50 PM Flag
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oops sorry meant City Winery [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:03 PM Flag
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yeah not quite "fine dining" either [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:03 PM Flag
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I like Nougatine. Not very new. Wylie Dufresne has a new restaurant, Adler, I'd like to try, food sounds delish, but probably not "fine dining." And no reservations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:02 PM Flag
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Tocqueville [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:04 PM Flag
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Delancey & Ludlow but def not "fine" dining but supposed to be good and very fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:59 PM Flag
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Have you been to Ko? Eleven Madison Park is always amazing too. If that interests you, but you want something newer what about NoMad? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
[ - ] This is why leftist, nanny state, union, policies do NOT work... Poor Detroit! http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1hhJ_49leBw&feature=related 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:41 PM Flag
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If I want to point to a state where "rightist, non-union" policies are "working", all I have to do is look at nearly all the middle eastern countries except Israel (which has MANY unions, so OP must hate that country) or Latin America. Or hey, remember when the US didn't have unions, and all those poor girls died in the Triangle Waist Co. Fire! I guess OP thinks things were far better then. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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In the 1950s, when the US economy was booming, 35% of the Americans workers were in unions. Today, it is 7%. But of course, our economy is so much better today, according to OP. Better that the 1% have most of the wealth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:57 PM Flag
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ITA! The reason why so many cities are in ruins or have high crime is because of leftist policies and their democratic mayors. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:53 PM Flag
[ - ] Update for anyone interested from my earlier post - I was the one asking about an excuse for sibling #2 to give (to his mom) why he can't attend sibling #1's funeral in case sibling #1 died while sibling #2 was having surgery. Well it looks like the funeral will be within a day or 2 of te surgery and sibling #2 won't be able to attend nor will sibling #2's family because they will be helping sibling #2 with the surgery. Terrible timing. And unfortunately more bad news around this situation that I can't even get into. The mom is basically going to be at her child's funeral all alone. I hope she will be okay. Anyway thanks for your ideas in my prior post and for listening. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:29 PM Flag
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http://www.urbanbaby.com/topics/55099521 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:30 PM Flag
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I'd the surgery postponable? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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He would die [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:29 PM Flag
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OP: That is not me above but it is not postponable. It is important for him to do it now or he will have to wait another month which will cause the disease to progress and its already fairly far along [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:37 PM Flag
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I posted below about contacting one of the mom's close friends, but then I re-read your OP. You need to tell the mom what is going on with sibling #2. If you explain it in terms of this surgery is being done now so he does not have what #1 has, it isn't as scary. I would want to know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:07 PM Flag
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is the funeral postponable? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:30 PM Flag
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I'm very sorry for your loss. It's a terrible situation. I hope that all goes well and that you can find peace. *hugs* [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:36 PM Flag
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Thanks. I just feel so terrible about the whole situation. The timing couldn't have been worse. We can't postpone the funeral because sibling #2 can't travel for 2 weeks after the surgery. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:39 PM Flag
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OR below: could you have a separate memorial service in a few weeks? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:35 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:44 PM Flag
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Does sibling #2 know any of his mom's close friends? If it were me, I would call one or two of them and explain the situation and make sure they were there for my mom if I absolutely could not be. Or another relative. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:40 PM Flag
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This is a wonderful idea! I second it - she needs as much support as possible right now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:44 PM Flag
[ - ] WOHM - SAHM. SAHMs have more brains, we know that to make ends meet we do not need to kill ourselves working in Corporate America, we have time to sleep better, to eat better, to exercise, to do things for our mind and body that WOHMs do not have time to do. Our life expectancy is longer and we age better. Beat that greedy WOHMs. 21 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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Sigh. Let's not go there. Sahm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:32 PM Flag
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Why greedy? I am often exhausted and daydream about staying home with dd. but I enjoy feeling like I am making a financial contribution to the household. Greedy if it means going to Europe over a local trip, but I like to think the extra money I earn goes a long way for her. Plus being a role model. Plus I spent so long in school and sacrificed so much to be where I am. I want to use my degrees dang it! They cost a lot of blood sweat toil and tears not to mention $$$. Everyone is so darn defensive. No choice is all good or all bad [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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You had a choice, and you choose money and professional fulfillment above your kid well-being. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:29 PM Flag
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Who are you?? Since I left corporate, I get less exercise and virtually no "me" time for the mind and bod. Not complaining, I really like it, but the focus is definitely not on moi. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:34 PM Flag
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Where does it say life expectancy is longer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:35 PM Flag
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OP's head. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:31 PM Flag
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OP has a head? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:40 PM Flag
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Sorry you're right. It was a figure of speech. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:49 PM Flag
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Oh Jesus, this shit again? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:31 PM Flag
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ugh i know. it's so tiresome and annoying and just stupid already. i honestly don't sit around thinking about this shit. i have friends who work, who stay at home, who work part time, who work part time at home, who don't work at all (minus all the intense work they do at home with their kids and families of course) and each one is amazing and different in her own way. stop with the bs stereotyping. all choices are good and what works for each is the best choice. end of story already! ANNOYING! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:02 PM Flag
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You should probably be able to compose a post without a run-on sentence and with better usage of commas before telling others you have more brains than them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:32 PM Flag
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What's greedy about paying the bills? Please, stop the stupidity. Both sides have their place in our society. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:32 PM Flag
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I got a better DH than you, that just alone makes me superior. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:40 PM Flag
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I'm a writer, and my kids are grown. What does that have to do with your DH, or mine? There are a lot of mothers who need to work outside the home to pay their bills. Those of us who don't are lucky, not clever or superior. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:47 PM Flag
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Clearly that doesn't hold true for you. Intelligent women respect others and their choices. Insecure losers who never learned to love themselves put down the choices and circumstances of others. Signed WOHM with a happy, healthy family and not a greedy bone in my body. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:38 PM Flag
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You're living proof of one idiot sahm. Signed, sahm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:43 PM Flag
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I am sorry darling your are a poor sahm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:52 PM Flag
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Poor? Keep confirming your lack of intelligence, go ahead. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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I know you are poor. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:09 PM Flag
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I feel sorry for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:55 PM Flag
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Lots of women work and love their jobs. Work challenges people, keeps them smart and focued on the world outside, instead of themselves. Also, the impact of many professions affect more people than a person's immediate family. Good work brings purpose to a person's life and can be deeply satisfying. I am a teacher and I hear so many children voice how proud they are of their accomplished, intelligent working mothers. Please do not be so judgmental. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:08 PM Flag
[ - ] Morning bday party in Park Slope tomorrow, was going to make an afternoon of it with dd, almost 3 yo. Party is near Prospect Park West. Suggestions if weather holds out? And if it doesn't? Was thinking zoo and boathouse if nice out. Anyone been to the Garfield Tot playground, is it a good one? Should we do the Bklyn Children's museum if it rains? Thanks 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:18 PM Flag
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Almost 3yo would love 3rd Street Playground. The tot lot is for kids who are still learning how to walk. The zoo is kind of a hike (20-25 minutes) but it's fun. There's not really anything to do at the boathouse, although it is pretty. If you are driving and your DC still has the energy for something, the children's museum is really, really fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:23 PM Flag
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Is it better than the one in Manhattan? B/c we just did that one earlier this week and it kind of sucked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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Never been to the one in Manhattan, but other than "crowded" I've never heard anyone say a bad word about the BK one. Lots to do, lots of square footage to run around in, a few animals, stuff to play with... good for all ages IMO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:36 PM Flag
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Really? Maybe you only did the petting zoo half? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:52 PM Flag
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^^^Wait, I see you mean museum not zoo. That makes a lot more sense! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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Re: boathouse - I read somewhere that there is a boat you can take a ride on; true? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:28 PM Flag
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Uh... something else just occurred to me. The "Great GoogaMooga" is going on in the Nethermead in Prospect Park this weekend. You may want to avoid boathouse/zoo area, the fastest way there is along the Nethermead and there will be a gazillion drunk hipsters around. If you want to do the park, I'd stay on the PPW side. I have no idea about the boat rides, sorry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:44 PM Flag
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Jeez, doesn't anyone go to Church anymore. Sunday morning parties are not fun. Hello, family time? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:43 PM Flag
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NP: I'm with you on this one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:52 PM Flag
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I know. So many of my mom friends have get togethers and parties on Sunday mornings. I feel of saying this is our family time, plus we go to Church. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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Feel odd [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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Jeez here. Nope, not enough of you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:03 PM Flag
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Huh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:00 PM Flag
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(NP was making a play on Jeez--it being a way to say Jesus without actually saying Jesus, and pretending to be Jesus, or Jeez as he is known to his friends.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:04 PM Flag
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np - thanks for the assist! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:15 PM Flag
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A little narrow-minded of you, don't you think? We are observant Jews as are the parents/birthday boy. So we have our date with G-d on Saturday morning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:08 PM Flag
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No, because NP knows that Jews don't go to church on a Sunday! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:13 PM Flag
[ - ] S/O of the birthday party post: Why is it necessary to invite ALL of the kids, or even just all of the girls or all of the boys? What if one kid is a bully and my kid doesn't want him there? Do I still need to invite him? I think it's ridiculous to be worried about hurting people's feelings to this extent. If your kid doesn't want a kid there, they shouldn't have to invite him. I wouldn't expect my kid to be invited to all the parties, so I don't know why other moms do. Being left out is inevitable. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:18 PM Flag
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Some schools have this policy. If not, you can do whatever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:26 PM Flag
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What happens if the school finds out? Can you honestly be disciplined over this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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No, they are not - they are not kicked out - this is crazy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:25 PM Flag
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It's a stupid rule to try to break. Plus you're putting all the other parents and children who are invited in a bad position once they figure out it was a secret and exclusive thing. If this is important to you, find out on school tours whether exclusive parties are allowed. No use fighting with a school about its policies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:30 PM Flag
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np @@ yea - in choosing a school birthday party is high on my list. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:26 PM Flag
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I don't think it would be for many but OP seems ready for a tumble with the administration. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:38 PM Flag
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I wouldn't care if my dd was invited to a party that was "exclusive." Excellent opportunity to teach her to be gracious and not brag. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:32 PM Flag
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OP - I don't care if it's the school policy and I wouldn't purposely try to break it if my kids' school did have a policy on this. I'm just saying, I think it's getting ridiculous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:33 PM Flag
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soon enough these moms will be thrilled not to have to go to another freakin birthday party! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:28 PM Flag
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Invite him, and then call the mother and explain that you really really don't want the kid there because he is a bully, but you won't want him to feel left out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:23 PM Flag
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I'm with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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This is a good policy for preschool and K. After that, I don't think it matters much. If you think there are 'bullies' in PK and K - you have major issues. It's always OK to do something very small, all girls, all boys, or the full class. Everyone doesn't show. Excluding one or two children is just cruel. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:43 PM Flag
[ - ] I own a sex shop in Manhattan. Any questions ? (WOHM) 21 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:15 PM Flag
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I'm glad you clarified it was a work out of the home kind of thing. For a moment there, I thought you were selling sex toys from your living room. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:18 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:25 PM Flag
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Do you laugh at what people buy behind their backs? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:25 PM Flag
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op, No I don't, I think sex toys and books help a lot. I have seen weird things though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:37 PM Flag
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Do you sell torsos? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:26 PM Flag
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if i came in and bought stuff, would you judge me / laugh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:30 PM Flag
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op. Not at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:37 PM Flag
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Yes, OP is going to mock the very people who are essentially paying her salary...why the fuck would she do that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:32 PM Flag
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Do you sell the animal-penis dildos that the mom whose kid had an online affair talked about? It's the train-wreck image I can't get out of my head. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:34 PM Flag
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LOL the mom of the teenage furry from way back?! That was funny. Do tell, OP are these real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:36 PM Flag
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They are real, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:43 PM Flag
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op. This ? http://www.zoofur.com/equine-toys/ No I don't carry that kind. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:42 PM Flag
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What item that you didn't expect to be a blockbuster do you sell a lot of? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:42 PM Flag
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op. This http://www.oddee.com/contrib_16058.aspx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:41 PM Flag
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Fascinating! Looks very sweaty. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:51 PM Flag
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Wow. That certainly would be a surprise hit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:46 PM Flag
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Maybe you should get the animal dildos and sell them as strap-ons to go with this. :P [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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op. Trust me, I don't carry them yet, but they are a hit in the online market. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:58 PM Flag
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What % of your customers are women? What are the age ranges? Do men and women tend to frequent your shop at different times? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:46 PM Flag
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What percent of people buy things for personal use? For use with a partner? For gag gifts/ bachelorette parties? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:47 PM Flag
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Do you and your employees ever get harassed by the costumers? Is the answer different for male/female workers? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:03 PM Flag
[ - ] My babysitter is oddly competitive with me. Talks about the nice vacations she takes, or nice clothes, in a one-upmanship kind of way. It's so odd. My hairdresser does this too-- though I think she makes things up to feel like she is competing with me. I am sincerely not competitive and these conversations make me so weirded out. Something about me must invite this commentary--maybe because I am too down to earth? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:14 PM Flag
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Or maybe they really are taking nice vacations and are happy to talk about them. It's not about you, I promise you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:21 PM Flag
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I know for a fact that my hairdresser has never been to cape cod, which is a place we go each summer. And she tells stories about the house she used to own there growing up and says that it sounds like her house was a lot nicer the the ones we rent. Also insists that she owns a nicer apartment in brooklyn heights than the one we have also in brooklyn but she lives in Brownsville. I don't think I am making it about me. Bunk wonder if I am doing something to bring this out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:18 PM Flag
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So make the conversation all about her and lay the compliments on thick. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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How do you know this much about your hairdresser? I have no idea about what real estate my hairdresser's family may or may not have owned 20 or 30 years ago. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:22 PM Flag
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Cuz she tells me. She comes over to help me get my hair done for a weekend trip for example. I tell her where we are going. And then she tells me about he much more interesting places she has been. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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So oh and ah and make her feel good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:34 PM Flag
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I was with you until I saw your hairdresser does this to, It must be you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:16 PM Flag
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It probably is, right? I think my mistake is I talk about what we are up to and that probably makes them feel competitive. Better to make small talk about other things [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:20 PM Flag
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Sad but true, but my nanny takes better vacations than we do. When we are with Grandparents, she is some place in Asia, not joking. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:23 PM Flag
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Um, why is this sad? Your nanny should be locked in your basement while you're on vacation? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:20 PM Flag
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Well, we make at last 10X times what she makes, and our vacations are at Grandparents and ILs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:39 PM Flag
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Ohhhh, so she SHOULD be locked in your basement! WTF?? Why are you so judgy? Worry about your own annoying self. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:43 PM Flag
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Are you super well-dressed? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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No and that is part of it I think. We live frugally and don't splurge on a lot so maybe it's a she isn't better than me I should let her know kind of a thing? It's not like when I talk to friends about upcoming trips, clothes, etc. it really is strangely aggressive. The bigger question is WHY would I post here about it? Maybe just curious to see if other people's nannies etc get competitive with them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:22 PM Flag
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not everyone cares about you, seriously? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:25 PM Flag
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Maybe you talk incessantly about your vacations and clothes, and people around you need to say something to drown it all out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:20 PM Flag
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My hairdresser goes on amazing vacations. We always talk about where we've been and what we've done, and she always trumps me. I like it, though - I get to live vicariously through her. It's just her life, and she has a blast. Love her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:52 PM Flag
[ - ] What are you an expert in where you can credibly vouch that the average UB poster is misinformed or uninformed ? 38 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:12 PM Flag
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Children Behavior [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:08 PM Flag
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Propper grammer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:09 PM Flag
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Love you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:15 PM Flag
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POLITICS! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:09 PM Flag
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You are anexpert in politics? Suuurrreee [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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I work with politicians. DC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:27 PM Flag
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How do you like that? What type of role do you have ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:30 PM Flag
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Living within your means. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:11 PM Flag
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Me too! I'm not cheap nor do I go without either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:35 PM Flag
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Me three. But then, many people would probably say I'm boring. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:04 PM Flag
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I think this is very hard to do. Kudos to you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:53 PM Flag
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haha! me too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:57 PM Flag
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Anal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:14 PM Flag
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butt secks? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:26 PM Flag
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social skills [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:20 PM Flag
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lol. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:21 PM Flag
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nyc private school admissions and financial aid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:21 PM Flag
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Are you in the school's administration ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:31 PM Flag
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yes, now @ day school, formerly at boarding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:33 PM Flag
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Dalton [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:28 PM Flag
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So what's the story about these new Parkhurst class offerings in the high school? Why are they introducing them? What type of student do they have in mind for those bio , math, etc classes? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:53 PM Flag
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Mental health [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:28 PM Flag
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Prejudice [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:33 PM Flag
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Nutrition. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:35 PM Flag
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Coconut oil? Good for you ? What if you need to keep cholesterol low? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:39 PM Flag
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hmm...what it's like to grow up LMC, a minority, attend public schools in NYC but ultimately succeed :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:38 PM Flag
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Medical research, specifically cancer; also life in other countries/cultures [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:42 PM Flag
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What can you do if you are hpv positive, and have been for years, for cervical cancer? is semiannual testing enough? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:00 PM Flag
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Cervical cancer grows relatively slowly and has symptoms: bleeding and discharge. If you're getting regular pap smears, abnormal cells should be caught. You definitely want to be sure that your gyno knows all about your history, and be retested if you have any unusual bleeding. Be aggressive in being your own advocate. If retesting is discouraged because it's only been 3 months since your last pap, insist. Change doctors if necessary. This is my best advice. Please note that I'm not a medical practitioner, and my research doesn't involve human patients. My field is primarily genetic cancer research for big pharma. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:06 PM Flag
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How life sucks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:58 PM Flag
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NYC private schools and top boarding schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:52 PM Flag
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College Admissions [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:55 PM Flag
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Is it obvious when applicants pad their resumes and exaggerate their extracurriculars? I'm so disgusted with a friend of mine who was rejected from HBS first year and then padded and reapplied 2nd time and got in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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Immigration, eligibility for social welfare programs, 80 ways to cook beans and rice...other things poor people have to know [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:05 PM Flag
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The Affordable Care Act [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:01 PM Flag
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Wall Street sales and trading [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:02 PM Flag
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Grammar and stylistics, but I don't correct other people's grammar unless they ask. My dissertation subject, which, strangely, never comes up on UB ... or anywhere else. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:09 PM Flag
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baking cupcakes! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 07:05 PM Flag
[ - ] What is going on with the rain?? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:10 PM Flag
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It falls. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:42 PM Flag
[ - ] HHI 1.5 mm and I stay at home, have a nanny and daily house cleaner, living the dream and its awesome, any questions? 21 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:09 PM Flag
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Is it humid out? NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:10 PM Flag
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Lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:17 PM Flag
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OK, I'll bite. What goes through your head when you post something like this? Not snarking, serious question. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:06 PM Flag
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She just want to validate her awesome decision. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:09 PM Flag
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I think, "Maybe these women will learn from and soak up some of my awesomeness." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:23 PM Flag
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She revels in being envied. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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OR--OP? Could you answer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:20 PM Flag
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How many kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:12 PM Flag
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How bored are you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:14 PM Flag
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Good for you. Help someone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:14 PM Flag
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What do you do with all your free time? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:16 PM Flag
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Are you living the dream because you have someone to raise your kids and clean your shit for you ? I see. What do you do in your free time besides watching tv ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:11 PM Flag
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What kind of life would you like for your DD? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:12 PM Flag
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Same as mine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:24 PM Flag
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If you really have the brains, you won't have to work a single day in your life. Working and killing yourself in the process is overrated. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:25 PM Flag
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Well if this was your dream, good for you. Definitely wouldn't be mine. Signed HHI 2.3mm WOHM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:18 PM Flag
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No. But love the sarcasm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:22 PM Flag
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Me, too, except for the nanny and the cleaners come only once a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:29 PM Flag
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That was the mom next door when I was growing up. They got divorced, 5 years later I saw her working at Bloomies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:56 PM Flag
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Are your kids in a TT school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:53 PM Flag
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Raise the bar, sweetie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.18.13, 06:59 PM Flag
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