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[ - ] Help me find a standard personal e-mail closing! I used to use best or cheers, but then people have casually mentioned that best sounds phony and cheers sounds phony brit. Fondly seems too much for people I don't know relatively well and am fond of. Warmly is ok, others? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:08 PM Flag
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Warmly sounds stupid - best regards or thanks work better [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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Best regards seems too professional. And thanks I only use if I'm actually thanking them, which isn't always the case. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:12 PM Flag
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I hate warmly - this psycho mom at DS school uses it, sounds phony. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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I always say "Thanks", but I'm not sure why I am thanking people all the time. Curious what others think. Btw I agree about cheers. But I always liked best. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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I use "take care" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
[ - ] How many people do you think use UB? It seems to me most of the time there are less than 5 people. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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Should we do a roll call? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
[ - ] DH just called me and booked 8 days to Cannes France. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g187221-d219954-Reviews-InterContinental_Carlton_Cannes-Cannes_French_Riviera_Cote_d_Azur_Provence.html 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:00 PM Flag
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A week in July. Has anyone been here [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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spent a month on the Riviera last year (including Cannes), what is your question ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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so nice but you'll have missed the film festival! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
[ - ] Grammar moms: please see the project list below or please see below project list? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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project list below [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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Would you explain why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:00 PM Flag
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NP: I think it has something to do with it being a prepositional adverb?? Not sure.. but it definitely sounds right to put it after the noun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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Clearly. If you say "see below project list" they're going to look below the project list. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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np: sounds more natural to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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the first one sounds awful, that's why [ Reply | More
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the first one sounds awful, that's why [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:10 PM Flag
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first one is more succinct [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:08 PM Flag
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either is fine, but the latter would be "please see below the project list" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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No - that means to see what is below the project list - not the project list itself which is below [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
[ - ] Friend just posted a picture of her child on the leash (I guess PC name is child harness). I've never seen this in NYC (she lives in MS). Is this normal ? 67 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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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... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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thanks, that's what I thought [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Most kids don't need it but some really do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:51 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:50 PM Flag
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Why is it not okay? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:57 PM Flag
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It actually is ok, and anyone walking down a busy Manhattan street pushing a stroller with a 3-4 yo running free next to them is begging for trouble. It is perfectly "ok". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:10 PM Flag
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Um, how about we make sure our child does not run away from us! Holding a hand works wonders. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:50 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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Teaching a child not to run away with out a leash on does not make someone a sanctimommy, nice try on the slam but you used it wrong. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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np You teach them this of course. But it's a process. One that is often not complete at 1.5 years old. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:07 PM Flag
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no, you are a sanctimommy bc you would look down on someone using a restraint. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:03 PM Flag
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Yes. This. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:12 PM Flag
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That works great when you're not with another dc, grocery shopping and in a busy parking lot, lots of venues where a kid could easily slip away. It cracks me up that this board of neurotic helicoptering nuts finds a harness "not ok". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:51 PM Flag
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so agree [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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great when you are out in crowds and could get distracted [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:51 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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Yes, for a board full of people not even raising their own children. Funny as hell. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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bitch [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:50 PM Flag
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I would take that over treating my DC as an animal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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Toddlers ARE a lot like animals. They are unpredictable, and not always aware of reasonable safety. This is something you teach, of course. But a leash in a busy setting is fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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does your kid sleep in a crate too ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:03 PM Flag
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How is a crib or a playpen that different? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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Touché [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
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A crib is different from a crate, how? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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np: lol what do you call a crib?! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
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When your kid is road pizza, reconsider. Please do not think you or your dc are so special that accidents don't happen. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:12 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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It isn't appropriate to give a toddler extra freedom in a crowded setting. It doesn't teach them anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:07 PM Flag
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So you are offended by a leash, but not offended by strollers? I don't get it. I don't use a leash to teach them anything. I use it to allow them a little space to roam in certain settings where they'd otherwise need to be strapped in a stroller the whole time. My toddler can walk with me without a leash or stroller in plenty of cases. But there are of course situations where I know I will be distracted and I'd rather let them be able to roam near me than confine them to a stroller the whole time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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I hate all forms of restraints, but if even one child's life is saved... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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because it puts child on the same level as a dog [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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I have lived in NYC a long time and not once have I read about a child darting into traffic and getting hit because they were not on a leash [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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this, never understood why it is okay to keep them jammed up in a stroller but not put a leash on them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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Having to depend on someone else to unlock you is degrading, no question about it. But I do see a difference between restraining an adult with no known escape risks, and a child who may have a pattern of running off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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But a child is also restrained in a stroller. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:07 PM Flag
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Young toddlers are in many ways on the same level as dogs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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yes, feel better about stroller. they were made for children, leashes were made for animals. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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I feel the strollers are used to long but usually out of convenience of speed and carrying all your crap as opposed to trapping the child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:00 PM Flag
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But they trap a child SO much more than a leash does. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:03 PM Flag
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Great point! I'd much rather allow them a little freedom to roam, than keep them strapped in the stroller. And for some kids that is most easily accomplished with a leash. It's a great way to give them a little freedom in a situation where they'd otherwise need to be restrained in an stroller due to crowds, busy-ness, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:03 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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Exactly! They are very much like dogs in plenty of basic ways. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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Or- also, it's not like you take them for walks on a leash! It is just used for occasional, crowded situations where you cannot be focused on them and cannot use a stroller. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:10 PM Flag
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My 2 yo dd hates the stroller, loves to run, and can't be trusted to hold hands all the time. seriously contemplating putting her on a leash. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:57 PM Flag
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contemplating and actually doing it are two different things [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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np And what's wrong with doing? It's a reasonable safeguard that allows your child more freedom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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what's next ? electric collar ? then you won't actually have to hold anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:07 PM Flag
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dont be a troll [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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Why would there have to be something "next"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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Don't do it, Baby. Signed Inmate Mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
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Do it, safety first. Listening to the judgement of people who don't know you or your child - second. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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I babysat for years and have taken multiple 2 year olds to the park alone with no leash and if you hold their hand HARD they can't get away. I do not get the leash thing and think it must be humiliating for a child. I have been taking my 2 year olds for walks since he could walk and he knows that if he lets go of my hand we go home. I think some parents need to grow a pair. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:00 PM Flag
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np: I posted above about being OK with a leash. It's not something you use in ordinary situations, but perfectly fine in places like an airport, where you're carrying luggage (so can't hold their hand "hard"), talking to ticket agents, wrangling through security, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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also, my 2 yo certainly doesn't understand the concept of "humiliating" - we haven't tried a harness before but it would be no different than being strapped to a stroller or having her hand held. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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Well I've seen them in NYC plenty of times. Not my thing -- I either had my dc strapped into her stroller or I held her hand. Child harness actually wouldn't have given me enough control - she was very wild in her toddler years and would have just gone to the end of the rope and pulled, sat down, knocked into people, etc. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
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Fine if it doesn't work for you. But a stroller is no less "insulting" than a leash. You restrained your child in a safe manner. And for many a leash accomplishes that while allowing a lot more freedom than a stroller. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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I think instead of arguing that this is treating kids like dogs, why not argue "Shouldn't toddlers get as much freedom as dogs?"...we don't force a dog to hold our hand, and we don't expect that a dog will remain right by our side at all times no matter what. Why would we expect this of a 1.5 yo? Putting them on a leash allows them more freedom than they would otherwise have. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:07 PM Flag
[ - ] Breakfast ideas for 15 mo? She wants to feed herself now and won't let me help, so cereal with milk isn't the best option right now. She's allergic to eggs. I've been doing mini waffles with cream cheese (sucessful) and sometimes toast with peanut butter (doesn't love it yet), but I need other ideas. TIA! 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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oatmeal with cut up fruit [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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cereal with yogurt [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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OP: How did I not think of this? Thank you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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Turkey bacon and fruit [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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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) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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^ Oh yeah, and tons of yogurt like pp mentioned. We'll do parfaits with oatmeal and fruit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Yep we do daycare too. I make a big batch to last a couple days. If they are going to be reheating it at day care I sometimes add a little liquid so it doesn't dry out. I make the grits with half water and half milk (she is not a big milk drinker) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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Thanks. She loves veggies and beans. I could definitely give her that for breakfast. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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NP: beans are a great breakfast food--tons of healthy protein and fiber [ Reply | More
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OP: Thanks for all these ideas. She eats lots of yogurt and fruit already, too. I should have mentioned that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:50 PM Flag
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Greek yogurt is great and good practice with spoon. [ Reply | More
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You know, I'm probably the only person in the world who doesn't like Greek yogurt, so I never buy it. But I shouldn't deny her because of this. I will get some and let her try it. She's getting pretty good with the spoon, so would like this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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cereal without the milk [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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avocados with toast, yogurt with fruit [ Reply | More
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don't the waffles have eggs in them? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:12 PM Flag
[ - ] Do you know any couple that are unbalanced in terms of looks? One beautiful and the other fugly. And the kids, are they average or follow the fugly parent looks? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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trophy wife here, yep me LOL kids are OK thanks god didn't look that much like the father. [ Reply | More
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God has nothing to do it with it, maybe the mailman does. [ Reply | More
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I know a few like this. Their kids looks vary greatly. [ Reply | More
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yes, of course. ugly wealthy men and attractive women. The kids vary. [ Reply | More
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I have met some very wealthy women who are ugly with attractive husbands. There is no WAY he would have married her without the money. [ Reply | More
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Billy Joel/Christie Brinkley [ Reply | More
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Me. I see myself as fugly. Dh is pretty handsome, fit, charismatic. Our dc is gorgeous. But everyone says she looks like dh. Oh well. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] iPad users: I only have the option to print (not email) a PDF in iBooks. Any idea why? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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I think you need to use a separate app for that but I don't remember the name. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:37 PM Flag
[ - ] Anthony Weiner (running for NYC mayor) and his wife Huma Abedin, who works for Hilary Clinton and is very close to her, moved from Queeens to live in a Park Avenue South apt. The article about Huma today says it is owned by a Clinton donor. A previous article said the market rate for that four-bedroom apt would be $13,000 a month. Weiner and wife said at that time they were paying market rate, but declined to provide proof to the Times. Now that's he's running for mayor, should he provide proof that they're not getting a free apt in Manhattan from a Clinton friend? 45 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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why? so what if they are? [ Reply | More
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+1 [ Reply | More
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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. [ Reply | More
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Dem here, and I agree. [ Reply | More
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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? [ Reply | More
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or: no need to be nasty. b*tch. [ Reply | More
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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? [ Reply | More
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You weren't very polite in your original response, so.... [ Reply | More
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Why so meeeeeean?????? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:24 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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+10000000000 [ Reply | More
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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." [ Reply | More
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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he is abhorrent [ Reply | More
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in every respect! [ Reply | More
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What a disgrace. [ Reply | More
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:29 PM Flag
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op-stop replying to yourself [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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Wow, that is pretty serious, and seems a terrible tactical mistake on his part. Strange. [ Reply | More
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Tax evasion, bribery and sending pornographic materials to minors - this Weiner dude is one classy guy! [ Reply | More
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I don't think she was a minor, was she? [ Reply | More
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There were numerous "shes", no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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And Huma's cool with it. What a woman! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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He's a Weiner, not a Winner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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Well, he really wants to win the election so why not? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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Breaking news on Urban Baby! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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i like teachers. the union is reprehensible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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I have no respect for Huma or her Weiner and would not vote for either of them for anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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+1 why would she stay with this sleazebag? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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It is impossible for me to imagine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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my thoughts of huma have gone down since she seems to stand behind this liar [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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Huma, Silda and Hillary, although Hillary is the easiest one to understand. But not the others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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i agree - Hilary had been married too long and he did his penance - the other two...so sad [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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I heard from a former major Spitzer donor that Silda had actually said to donor dinner guests that she couldn't understand how on earth Hillary could stay with Bill he betrayed her so publicly--this was about a year before we found out he was client #9 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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i'm sorry, are you implying that being lesbian is a scandal? you're a piece of work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
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Who wants a Mayor with demonstrated lack of impulse control? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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good rundown in the NYT yesterday about how he did a lot of posturing and was not very effective. I thought it said a lot that no one backed him up during the scandal, they were glad to see him go. I don't want another imperial mayor (and I don't think he could pull it off.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
[ - ] Seriously-is there anyone who doesn't know that teachers have to have their masters degree in order to teach in a public school system? I saw a mother scream at a teacher and call her basically stupid and the parent was wrong! 40 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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That's not true in my state. Though I think the teachers have been great so far. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:15 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:16 PM Flag
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Just like there are plenty of dumb people in every line of work, regardless of education. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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Teachers don't have to have a masters degree to teach in most states. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:18 PM Flag
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1) You're wrong. 2) How is that relevant anyway? There are lots of stupid people with degrees. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:18 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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Teachers don't have to have their masters degree to teach in any state. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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they do need it for permanent cerification [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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Even if she didn't have a masters, people deserve respect. I hate with people do this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:36 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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This x a million. You are NEVER entitled to flip out on someone. Never. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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Good point, at least until we know the facts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:27 PM Flag
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Obviously I couldn't speculate, but is it possible that she did something dangerous or abusive? OP isn't saying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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Everybody does stupid stuff sometimes. I treat people with respect regardless. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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I have two undergrad degrees and will need two masters degrees to get a job. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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huh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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Teachers do not need a masters degree and a masters degree in education isn't exactly the most challenging degree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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Doesn't make it okay to treat them like OP describes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:29 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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I agree with this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:30 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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Your reading comprhension is lacking. Are you a teacher? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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no , why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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Parents have tough days too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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Plenty of really stupid teachers, even with Masters degree [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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do you think a masters degree in education = smart? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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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) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Not true in Nevada. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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OP's failure to provide any details makes me wonder. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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True in New York but certainly not everywhere. And the parent was wrong for screaming at the teacher but guess what - you can have a masters and still be stupid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
[ - ] I can't have an orgasm with penetration, the only way I can do it is closing my legs together while my significant other stimulates me. It works like a charm, but I just feel awkward about it. Any advice ? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:14 PM Flag
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Normal and common. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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Normal and common. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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How does he stimulate you if your legs are closed together? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:24 PM Flag
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op, forgot to mention, back stimulation (butt, anus). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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If it works, be happy and realize there's nothing worth feeling awkward about. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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Very normal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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I'm sure your partner has no complaints. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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ummm, get over it? you orgasm, be glad about that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone know if NJ charges clothes tax. I am getting conflicting messages. 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:14 PM Flag
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What is a clothes tax? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:09 PM Flag
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sales tax on clothes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:10 PM Flag
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no they don't. this is a reason many people go shopping in NJ. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:15 PM Flag
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This poster is correct. Warning most of the stores are closed on Sunday there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:16 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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Okay go to the Paramus Mall in Sunday and report back to us all the things you didn't buy... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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Dipshit - NJ is bigger than Paramus. Go to Short Hills if you want to shop on a Sunday. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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"Could you imagine a retailer closing on Sunday". You're the dipshit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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The Nordstrom in Paramus does more biz on Saturday than short hills does the whole weekend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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That's because people who live near Paramus are the definition of desperate strivers who drop as much money as possible on crap at Nordstrom to show off for their neighbors. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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And there are no Stivers at the Short Hills mall? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:08 PM Flag
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Lol. Yes and riverside square and garden state plaza too n [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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all the stores in bergen county are closed on sundays - bergen blue law [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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All malls and every store except grocery stores are closed on Sunday in Bergen County [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:24 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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Paramus Mall and for outlets the Bergen Town Center. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:26 PM Flag
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Thank you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:11 PM Flag
[ - ] Do toddlers actually learn anything fro supposedly educational TV? 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:10 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:11 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:16 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:24 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:19 PM Flag
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This. Education is not a reason to have them watch TV, but they might learn from it occasionally. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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So what IS a reason to have them watch? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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Entertainment. Nothing wrong with occasional mindless entertainment. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:30 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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Kids like this learn to read with or without TV. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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OR: I disagree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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Of course, PBS kids tv is the best! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:43 PM Flag
[ - ] Follow-up from yesterday -- I was losing my mind waiting for RE office to call for pregnancy test results. They never called so I went in to the office personally to get the results myself this morning. Negative. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:08 PM Flag
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Sorry OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:17 PM Flag
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OP - Thank you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:27 PM Flag
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Me too--so sorry! It'll happen!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:26 PM Flag
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Sorry, OR. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:46 PM Flag
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Those bastards, someone should've called. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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OP - Seriously. I was too disappointed/upset to complain to them when I went in this morning. This place is a factory and they don't realize how important this is to the individual going through the process. Now I'm trying to figure out what to do with myself today. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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pull it together - i know you are anxious and i am sorry it was negative; but you are not their only patient [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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OP - nope. Not their only patient. But I am a patient that was anxiously awaiting pregnancy test results for 36 hours because their incompetent staff didn't remember to call me. And the only way I could get the results is to personally come in to get the results. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:05 PM Flag
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okay 36 hrs does seem excessive, I would mention it to the doctor [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:06 PM Flag
[ - ] Fieldston had a great year for college placement. 22 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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http://www.ecfs.org/admission/collegedestination.aspx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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Only 2 to Harvard? sigh, I remember when Fieldstone was considered a TT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:14 PM Flag
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now it's just farms. Endless farms [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:26 PM Flag
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I like the school, but the crazy Liberal headmaster and constant changing of admin is off putting [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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agree [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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So the vast majority (75%) did not make it to Ivy/Stanford. Something to keep in mind. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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U of Chicago > Brown, for one thing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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Oh how the mighty have fallen [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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How about other TTs? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:46 PM Flag
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I am Jewish. Tons of New York Jews end up at Emory. Never understood it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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+1. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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That's why it's so stupid to brag about how smart your kid is. Really. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:56 PM Flag
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It's so interesting how some people on the East Coast still deny that a school outside their region can be excellent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:57 PM Flag
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no one denies Stanford, Berkeley, CalTech are excellent. Chicago and Northwestern excellent, maybe slightly less so. Not WashU or Emory. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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OP - what are you all talking about? signed fieldston alum mom. It is soooo variable. Based on legacy etc. Also really doesn't matter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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Really doesn't matter? What city do you live in? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:03 PM Flag
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Native new yorker born and raised and now raising kids here. The most successful people I know went to either public or private school in the city or either ivy, or little ivy colleges. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:00 PM Flag
[ - ] Question about toys. Does my 9 month old db really need all those electronic interactive toys? You know, the fisher price ones where you push buttons and they talk in an annoying electronic voice, or make sounds, lights go on and off...etc. I find most of these toys obnoxious. Do they really help your child learn? Am I short-changing db if I just have her play with some old-school blocks? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:04 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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This is not true. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:12 PM Flag
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The opposite is true. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:13 PM Flag
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Mattel spammer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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No. Lots of people don't bother with the electronic toys. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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And most kids play with blocks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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I would donate any electronic toys and stick to blocks, puzzles, board books... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:11 PM Flag
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Nanny here: You don't really need those, blocks, flashcards, puzzles, books, paints, etc. is the best way to go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:13 PM Flag
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Has anyone made the "sensory bags" I saw it in Pinterest no idea if it is worth the effort. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:10 PM Flag
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Worth the effort in what sense? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:30 PM Flag
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Would db actually like it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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In moderation, they're entertaining. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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Eh, no they aren't necessary and in the long term scheme of things, they aren't going to provide educational benefits. In the short term, they can amuse and entertain while helping them learn letter sounds, numbers, shapes, etc. - obviously all things they can learn later or you can teach them in other ways too. But they also aren't going to damage your child in any way. Everything in moderation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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Anything is fine really. My kids always got a ton of gifts from my family so I never even get them anything. They love the noises though. Don't think it really matters. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:08 PM Flag
[ - ] What are you doing today? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:01 PM Flag
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Work until 12, mani/pedi blowout, eye dr [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:03 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:17 PM Flag
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Thanks debster [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:19 PM Flag
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What's the blowout for? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:25 PM Flag
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I get one every friday [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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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? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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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 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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Try baby powder [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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So you do not wash fri-Wed? ick! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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To enhance the botox of course!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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Rearranging Furniture [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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Same stuff, different day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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Apparently watching my children because our regular and weekend nanny took the weekend off, oh and I will be looking for a third nanny so this does not happen again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 02:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone know what starting teachers at private schools earn? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 12:53 PM Flag
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bupkiss. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 12:54 PM Flag
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depends on the school... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:01 PM Flag
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I'm going to say low $60s on average? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:07 PM Flag
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Basis of your belief? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:16 PM Flag
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Years of listening to "state of the schools" addresses. It's not a secret. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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Well, it's not exactly public information like the salaries of NYC employees. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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t h i s [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:17 PM Flag
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Op. I'm guessing 40s. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:19 PM Flag
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maybe elsewhere. not in nyc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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can we settle on 50s? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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I doubt it's that high. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:46 PM Flag
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how about in math, science, or computer science? Is that higher? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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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. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Less than public school teachers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.24.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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