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[ - ] good summer camp in manhattan where 9 yo can improve his swimming? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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Physique swim camp [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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Leman has daily swimming. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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Anyone know if PS 110 G&T only took 99s? Any 97/98 get offered a spot? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Sorry, meant to start a new post... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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We sent DS to St. Bart's summer camp because they have their own pool -- swim every day. [ Reply | More
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asphalt green [ Reply | More
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Trinity [ Reply | More
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Poly Prep has great swimming and busses from Manhattan I believe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:16 PM Flag
[ - ] did kimmy name the dd yet? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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she gave birth already? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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yes but she was 37 weeks and not a preemie as first reported so hopefully both are doing well :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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dlisted said she was 35 weeks and the birth was conveniently timed for the end of their show. If this is true they are beyond disgusting. But I can't believe any doctor would agree to deliver at 35 weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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kleopatra [ Reply | More
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rumor is Kaidance Donda West or Kai Georgia Donda West [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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why do you keep asking everyday? use the google. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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shut up and collapse, meanie [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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supposedly they can't agree on a name. what a shock. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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the new publicity agent is trying to milk it for all it's worth but interest is waning [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:40 PM Flag
[ - ] my breakfast, half a pint of Ben and Jerry's .......thoughts? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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Breakfast of Champions. What flavor? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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coffee heath bar crunch :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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One of my favs. Good work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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Excellent choice! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:04 PM Flag
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why didn't you eat the entire pint? at least you got some good calcium [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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is it still a pint, or is it 14 oz like haagen daz [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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yes still a pint! :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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good for them. i feel cheated if it's only 14 oz (i used to eat a pint in one sitting when i had a mind to - then came ample hills and i no longer want any other ice cream) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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Yum. I need some Chubby Hubby! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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you can have mine lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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yum [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:40 PM Flag
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That's not that much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:07 PM Flag
[ - ] What alphabetical reading level is your first grader ending the year on? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:36 PM Flag
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NP: ooh, curious at what level they started the year, also, if you recall! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:36 PM Flag
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DS started at G and is currently at J [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:46 PM Flag
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Sorry, didn't read the question right. DS is a kindergartener. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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Started at P ended at S [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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mine went from an A to K. switched schools for first. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:10 PM Flag
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that's K level. they are supposed to be L at the end of K [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:22 PM Flag
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No, J level is considered as above the average "4" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:44 PM Flag
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Sorry, this is for Kindergarten [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:47 PM Flag
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no. even NEST, which obviously expects a bit more, said during the tour that they expect Kindergarten dcs to end the year at G. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:41 PM Flag
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started at I ended at P [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:16 PM Flag
[ - ] Are there wait lists this year at 199 and 87? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.19.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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yes for 87 but not as long as past years, supposedly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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No because apparently any dc who doesn't get into a g&t program moves out to the suburbs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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87 is cleared, last time I heard 199 was almost cleared [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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Are you sure? How do you know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:36 PM Flag
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199 started out with a w/l of about 40, will clear if hasn't yet [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:46 PM Flag
[ - ] I believe that if you speak of money, you have no class. Am I correct? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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pretty much - yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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Or you are in banking where you talk about it incessantly. Yuck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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yep [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:30 PM Flag
[ - ] Manhattan Moms- which do you think are the best NEIGHBORHOOD (easy walking distance) public schools in the city? We are happy for now with our choices downtown, but wondering if we were to move where we might find ones as top-notch as it gets w/o going private/City-wide. TIA. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.19.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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Everyone has an opinion...and I don't really think the BEST thing makes sense. Most of the district 2 schools are strong, lots on the UES but some people love PS 40, on 2nd Ave & 20th St. Dist 2 covers a big area. Why change if you like what you have now? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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More space, better rents are really the only reason we are considering other places... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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There are many good neighborhood public schools. None are more "top-notch" than any other. There are differences. I guarantee you that the top students from every public school (including some mediocre ones) get into the same great middle and high schools. Do parents in Chappaqua, Scarsdale, and other suburbs really obsess over which elementary school might be a little better than another. Nope. In fact, it is the high schools people care about, and that's how suburbs are judged. An elementary school in a suburb without a top high school, but actually be a wee bit better than one in the top high school's 'hood, but do you think parents fret about that? They don't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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OK, point taken. We are looking for more space, which is why we are considering it. I'd like for us to always be in walking distance. Same question- can you think of any middle or high schools in Manhattan that would be worth looking into? It's not that far off for us- we're just casting about right now though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:49 PM Flag
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You will probably get the most for your money on the UES, east of 3rd or 2nd. Good schools up there too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:36 PM Flag
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np: to a point, you're right, but people in those suburbs do absolutely pick their homes (when they can) to be zoned for specific elementary schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:50 PM Flag
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You're already there. 234, 276 and 89. Southern BPC is by far best neighborhood - right on water, often water views, loads of parks and playgrounds, 5-10 min walk using walking overpass across West to where 1/2/3 and 4/5/6 converge and are two blocks apart, next year will have even more access underground to Fulton Street when World Finance complex is finished and 276 has a middle school [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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Flood zone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:40 PM Flag
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Cobble Hill PS29 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:41 PM Flag
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ugh. all these areas with the "good" schools are so damn crowded. who can deal with this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:42 PM Flag
[ - ] What is the point of Field Day at school? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:24 PM Flag
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Teamwork. And so even the I athletic kids can participate in Organized competition but in a fun way. The best basketball player is not likely to be the winner of the 3-legged race. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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Fun end of the year tradition at most schools. Not much academic stuff goes on the last wk or two of school. Where's the problem? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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I was never fond of it nor are my kids - at least it's no super hot today [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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My kids complained about it as they got older. I always made them go and they always came back having had a fun day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:36 PM Flag
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fun [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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Really? Are kids supposed to do that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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yup [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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I disagree...they should be programmed and scheduled for every waking minute. No fun allowed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:37 PM Flag
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This! I still remember my field day from elementary school. It was such a fun day [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:48 PM Flag
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lol. my dh says it was his favorite day of the year. it was one of my least favorite, always. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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teachers don't have to even pretend to teach [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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Really? Why so nasty? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:36 PM Flag
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fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:31 PM Flag
[ - ] Gifted Program's Slots for Siblings Rise Again -- Wall Street Journal http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324520904578554053244352418.html?mod=WSJ_NY_LEFTTopStories 28 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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"Nearly one in four kindergarten spots in New York City's most competitive gifted-and-talented programs have been set aside this fall for siblings of current students, almost twice the rate from two years ago, the city said Tuesday."-- Wall Street Journal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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The presumption is that the siblings are qualified, so it's not so egregious. Perhaps raise the bar to 98% for sibs to get automatic placement in citywide and 95% for district [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:42 PM Flag
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DOE should revert back to composite score system so that the truly talented children are identified, not some average kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:55 PM Flag
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ita. 98+ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:51 PM Flag
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"truly talented" 4yo's. go away you troll. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:58 PM Flag
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sorry but that's putting way to much faith in the quality of the test for a 4 yo. the doe can't evaluate kids the way they should in order to identify giftedness. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:59 PM Flag
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blah blah blah [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:10 PM Flag
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^oh, and both of my dcs scored 99s in different years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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the problem this year was because of the big scoring mistake they made. I am sure lots of kids were scored higher by mistake but they could not lower their score, so they only correct up the scores resulting in a massive number of kids that qualified. It was not the intention and the new test was supposed to reduced the number of kids that qualified. It was really Pearson's fault this time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:12 PM Flag
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They need to normalize the percentiles to the group of kids taking the exact same test, aka this group of kids themselves. 14,000 test takers is enough of a sample size [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:27 PM Flag
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I agree. They take those percentiles from a sampling of wide america and NYKer distribution is really too skewed for that. Imagine 50% of the kids scored higher than 90 percentile. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:32 PM Flag
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I just think the whole thing is insane. They should start from the top down. The 99th percentile kids get the first slots....and then 98 and then 97. And in each percentile ranking that is where you give sibling preference. If you're looking for the best and brightest exceptions should not be made fr lower scorers. And I am not a parent with a child in public school. My DD is in private, and like everyone else I am hoping that my younger son will get in to that school. But there are no guarantees for anyone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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You're kidding yourself if you think having one child in private won't give the second an advantage. The schools don't want to commit to it, but just look at the admission rates -- signed private school mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:16 PM Flag
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At some schools yes. But at several it is not a done deal at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:17 PM Flag
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Every family who wants a G&T spot will get it. A lot of people will turn down their offer for their zoned school and the children with 91 will be placed in Sept. siblings priority exists in all public schools. The real problem is that the scoring curve got too many 99, but hopefully it is corrected next year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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Not just the scoring curve, it was the test. If you do some research, you'll find the effects of practice are far greater with the NNAT2 than OLSAT. Alot of the perfect scoring whiners just prepped their kids and are now complaining because others did the same. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:15 PM Flag
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Agree. I think a lot of people panic now, but I already know 5 families with a 99-scoring child who listed schools including district but they have no intention to accept what is otherwise a desirable spot for someone with a bad zoned option. They put a chip in the lottery for Anderson but they won't take what they have been offered. So I think people need to relax (even though I acknowledge that having a sibling preference gave us peace of mind). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:25 PM Flag
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ITA, all these parents who thought they were being slick by prepping and getting an advantage had their advantage reduced to a lottery. Tough luck for you, now you have to deal with the "riffraff" that would normally have gotten a 97 or 98 in your precious elite G&T program (assuming you even got a spot) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:48 PM Flag
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I also think the real issue is tutoring and testing. Because in the end, there are people who are so prepped that they're getting a school that does not reflect their real intellect. And it's not just these tests but also the ERBs. It's the reason many private schools are ignoring it in admissions. And they should. We know a kid who was so prepped and got a 99. But then she had to repeat kindergarten and is struggling at her TT. Something that really shouldn't happen for a child who gets a 99. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:23 PM Flag
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True - but implementing SB testing is to costly for the DOE. You cannot really prevent people from prepping. As soon as the new test was announced, all testing companies came out with prep books and mass emails... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:30 PM Flag
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HUNTER- the most selective elementary school doesn't adopt sibling priority. This is a merit based program, not an average public school program. Academic ability, not family convenience, should be the sole factor. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:29 PM Flag
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I agree if you're saying this is a true G & T. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:32 PM Flag
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Hunter is not a DOE school and requires parents to pay privately for testing. Not exactly democratic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:36 PM Flag
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Additionally, Hunter is ONE school. The DOE has established sibling priority as an important factor across all of their programs, which impact thousands of families. It's not just for G&T - sibling priorities also exist for zoned schools! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:15 PM Flag
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Are you really talking about the academic ability of 4 year olds? If you're lucky enough to get a citywide spot, as we were, you'd see a good number of the children, first-borns and only children, struggle with basic concepts -- because they were prepped to get in. Once they're in, they can't keep up and neither can their parents who can only write checks to tutors. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:32 PM Flag
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This exactly proves the point that sibling priority should be abolished because a sibling with 97 cannot handle a fast paced program. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:50 PM Flag
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that's was my point above. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:58 PM Flag
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As a citywide parent, I'll confirm that it's not the siblings (2/3 score 99s anyway). It's usually the first-born/only children whose parents will tell you how great kumon is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:57 PM Flag
[ - ] Can anyone tell me the deal with ps41? If we move to that zone how likely is it for our child to get a spot? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.19.13, 01:16 PM Flag
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What grade? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:17 PM Flag
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K [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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Easier in the older grades. What about ps 3? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:38 PM Flag
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There were 100 zoned kids on the waitlist for kindergarten this year, more than in the past [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:47 PM Flag
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How about ps3? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:38 PM Flag
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NP: PS 3 did not have a waitlist this year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:12 PM Flag
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It's impossible to know for sure, but I suspect that the elimination of the shared 3/41 zone and the opening of the Foundling school with improve chances for people in the zone starting in 2014. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:09 PM Flag
[ - ] I need an individual therapist (for myself) who takes United Healthcare in Manhattan. Preferably female. Thanks... I really need help. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:12 PM Flag
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we have not had good luck with their providers - can you go out of network? they will still pay 70-80% after your deductible. I'm not sure how good they are with it we're waiting to find out. GL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:30 PM Flag
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Go to someone eho doesn't take insurance and submit for reimbursement. The therapist quality is remarkably better [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 03:01 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm 51 and I have 2dc aged 3&4. Any questions? 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:11 PM Flag
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said for them . . . no questions - [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:12 PM Flag
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np You know what? A 26 yo mother could be run over by a bus tomorrow--and OP could be one of the people who they say will live to 150 (apparently, the first person to do this is alive now). Who knows? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:53 PM Flag
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true - but statistically we know the more likely outcome - [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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IVF or adoption? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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IVF [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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your egg? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:41 PM Flag
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they will keep you young! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:11 PM Flag
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not your eggs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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my eggs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:38 PM Flag
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no they aren't. supposedly there has not been a documented IVF conception with a woman using her own eggs at 46 or over. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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i had them frozen when i was 43. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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interesting. you are lucky it worked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:50 PM Flag
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ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:01 PM Flag
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ugh why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:29 PM Flag
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How self indulgent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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I'm 53 with a 5 yo.-adopted. Keeps you young & my child now has a good & healthy future ahead. Win, win. Besides, there is 50 & there is 50. I, fortunately, am in great shape & have the motivation to remain so. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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nope. congrats. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:51 PM Flag
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Yes, Dad, how much younger than you is yuor wife? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:54 PM Flag
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ily [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:55 PM Flag
[ - ] What SPECIFIC things did STEM parents want to do for the program but were denied or not supported in their efforts by the administration or PA? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.19.13, 01:09 PM Flag
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Last year when we toured, they wanted to add middle school grades to their program, not sure of the status of that. Only K-5, at least as of last year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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They're adding middle school seats in PS126 building, but I was asking more about why so many STEM are complaining. All you ever hear about are some vague comments about how the administration/PA doesn't "support" them or won't "push" the kids. Trying to get to the bottom of all this - what are the SPECIFIC initiatives [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:31 PM Flag
[ - ] How do you videochat on a computer? My ds will miss a meeting this summer but may be able to participate on computer while I drive. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:04 PM Flag
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Need a good wifi connection [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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OP- and then what? I'm sorry, I'm clueless on these things. I have an ipad and an iphone and a MacBool Pro. I think I can have any of them charging in my car. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:08 PM Flag
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Iphone face time. I do this with my company all the time. They prop up an Ipad and I can see what is going on. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:15 PM Flag
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So all i would need is a iphone and they can prop-up an ipad at the meeting? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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This is what I do. An Ipad may be better if you have one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:20 PM Flag
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He should know how to do this... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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Do you have to be driving while he does it? It'd be better to pull over and get a strong connection. You may go in and out of good facetime zones. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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If you are driving while he is participating in the meeting you're ill need 3G ot LTE service because you cannot connect to wifi while moving in a car. You can use your IPhone or IPad if you device has that service. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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ds should know if he is more than 10 yo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:00 PM Flag
[ - ] Dilemma here! I'm pregnant with our 3rd baby. We have a preschooler and toddler. It's very early. I'm only 7 weeks, but I have had insane nausea already. Vomiting at least once a day. My husband keeps pressuring me to visit his family, which is a 5/6 hr drive away. We're not telling family just yet that we're expecting. I really don't want to be in a car for that long while being crazy nauseous, plus trying to keep our 2 little ones happy. His family is expecting us to come because he won't give them a definite answer. He'll ask me and I say it's going to be difficult for me and maybe we can wait till August. But then he gives me a guilt trip saying his sister will be visiting too and he wants to see her. I'm going to be miserable and living in the bathroom the whole time. Any advice? 24 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:58 PM Flag
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give him a bj and ask to skip [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:58 PM Flag
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you are a very fertile (& definitely crazy) lady. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:07 PM Flag
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Ahahaha... I know. We always wanted 3 kids and wanted to have them before age 35. It's nuts that it's really working out that way. I'm surprised and really tried. But I know the early years will be tough. We're hoping its worth it in the end. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:04 PM Flag
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Can he take the kids and you stay home and rest? With his sister there and his parents, he should have plenty of help with the kids. He can just say you came down with a stomach bug! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:04 PM Flag
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This could work... But they'll think something is up, which is fine I guess. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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NP I didn't want people to know too early either but honestly, it would be preferable than you suffering in the car for 6 hours throwing up. Have him go with the kids and that's that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:14 PM Flag
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nnp: he can call that morning, tell them you got food poisoning and he'll be coming alone with the kids. no big deal. do NOT deal w a 5-6 hour car trip each way. I did a 10 hr roadtrip when I was 7-8 weeks pg with my first (I had no clue) and it was horrific and I didn't have 2 young kids to entertain and dh let me sleep in the back seat the whole trip. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:29 PM Flag
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Ask him to go with the kids, and that you'll take a trip all together to see his parents in August (when you might be ready to announce or feeling better). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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No advice. He's a douche. I have 3, too, and it is only BECAUSE my DH is sweet, considerate, compassionate and empathetic. Hard to do with someone clueless. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:19 PM Flag
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He's actually not a douche. He just feels guilty about not seeing his family. And then makes me feel guilty. But I keep telling him, no one packs-up and flys to see us! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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Well, if you say so. He's not a douche. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:35 PM Flag
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Why not tell them? I never understand this. They are your family. If you did experience a loss, wouldn't they want to support you through that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:14 PM Flag
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Yes. I don't know why. It seems people are shocked when you announce before 12 weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:26 PM Flag
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+1. I don't get the secrecy. If they love you, why not tell them? They can then join you in your excitement and, if worse comes to worse, help you with your grief. Isn't that what families and friends are for? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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np: the reason people don't tell their parents/siblings/close friends early, is that most people cannot keep it to themselves. so when you tell them early, they tell all sorts of random people. then if something goes wrong, of course those close to you are told and are supportive, but they don't then bother to update all the random people they told and you get into awkward situations like seeing your great aunt rose 5 months later and her asking if you had the baby, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:31 PM Flag
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It's not worth keeping the news from them especially considering how sick you are. Tell the he can take them and you stay home. Tell them that you are basically living on the bathroom floor (dial it up a bit) and that the travel and stay will be too tough for you. Also tell your husband to stop putting his feelings of guilt ahead of your comfort. Not cool. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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This is a good one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:45 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:07 PM Flag
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ugh, sorry you married a dipshit [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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Oh come on, he's not being mean about it. He wants to see his family, but his flaw is dragging this out. I admit I am annoyed. He feels guilty especially since his mother told him she has everything prepared for us. He needs to give a definite answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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^^ he keeps saying "maybe" we'll come, but his parents are taking it as a "yes". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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Avenues’ tuition for the 2013-2014 school year is consistent with tuition charged by other independent “all-through” schools in New York City. For the 2013-2014 school year, Avenues’ tuition will be $41,650. Tuition includes the full cost of books and materials. Mandatory fees are $2,100 and cover lunch, snacks, athletic uniforms and annual investments in educational technology. Total Tuition: $43,750. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:07 PM Flag
[ - ] Did we already discuss the Voice last night? I wanted Michelle to win - Danielle can sing but she is just so damn boring! I think Swon Brothers will be the most commercially successful. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:52 PM Flag
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I think Danielle is going to be break out country star and the most commercially successful [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:58 PM Flag
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Meh. Like watching paint dry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:02 PM Flag
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promise to come back in two years OK? I will :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:56 PM Flag
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You assume I'll be leaving lol. I still say Swon - we'll revisit in 2 years! :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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cool! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:07 PM Flag
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I agree (although I think Danielle will probably be the most successful). She only has one style, and hasn't shown any range. But she has done that style exceedingly well, and obviously people love pretty young blondes and country. But Blake never let her stretch. It would have been interesting to see Danielle on American Idol, where they had to do different genres. People compare her to Carrie Underwood, but I remember Carrie had to do a rock number (Alone) and completely blew it out of the water -- probably why she won. Danielle did a series of country classics one after another. She did them perfectly, but that was it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:58 PM Flag
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agree, all she can do is country - BUT that is what country fans want - they don't like stretch - and she is spot on - will do very well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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and she is only 16. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:06 PM Flag
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They won in the order I thought they should have. Hard to believe that Danielle is only 16! She looked so calm and poised like an old pro who had been on stage thousands of times. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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true dat. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:07 PM Flag
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Danielle had one expression and every song sounded the same (and I love country music). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:31 PM Flag
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Can we also discuss Blake's creepy duet with Danielle the night before. Both dh and I were saying "wth"!! Blake is putting some feeling into it, but it's weird that he's singing "I'm falling in love" with feeling to a 16 year old. And meanwhile, Danielle looks a bit uncomfortable, and sings with no feeling. I cannot believe that out of all the country classics, they could not find even one good duet song that wasn't about love! Come on. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:28 PM Flag
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Yes! OMG so wrong!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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Thank you!! How did he get away with that? Frankly, Miranda must be pissed, because Blake, IMO, is acting a little too fond of Danielle. Usher and Michelle are totally sweet. But Blake is going a bit overboard in a creepy way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
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Yeah, it was so creepy - I believe DH's quote was "someone should alert the authorities." I am in love with Usher and Michelle's little thing they have going on! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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^^^and yes, Danielle sings with zero feeling. The worst one was her little half-hearted clapping by the guitarist the other night. Ugh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:53 PM Flag
[ - ] We have a 3 year old and 17 month old. A close friend wants all of us to visit her and her husband in Long Island, over a 2 hr drive. They don't have kids. Obviously, we would have to bring all the gear, figure out where they would nap/sleep, and bring certain foods, etc. They have a beautiful house with lots of stairs, tile and hardwood floors, a pool, and expensive furniture. Ahhh, I would love to see them and she keeps asking me to come out. But she also has no idea what a preschooler and toddler are like. I honestly think it would be a very torturous weekend. What would you do? 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:50 PM Flag
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Have you asked her if she has ever had any toddlers out there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:01 PM Flag
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No, she has a 4 yr old nephew. But when he visits, her whole family is usually there. It's like 7 adults to one kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:01 PM Flag
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Ask her to babysit your kids for a weekend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:02 PM Flag
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That would be a sight! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:00 PM Flag
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I would tell them how challenging it might be to host a family with two little kids. Give them an out. Unless they're infertile and then you might want to say it very diplomatically. But if they're childless by choice, tell them kids can be hard to handle in someone else's house and you don't know that it would be as peaceful a weekend as they might hope. If the issue is that you're afraid it'll be too much for you to handle (with the hard floors, food issues, etc.) then be honest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:03 PM Flag
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Thank you. She never wants children and is childless by choice. But I can be honest with her. She really has no clue about kids. It's sort of hilarious. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:00 PM Flag
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I'm sure there are things in her life about which you are clueless. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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Yes, that is definitely true. It's just funny how she thinks it would be a "relaxing" weekend! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:27 PM Flag
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go! but warn her in advance that the kids are at a "tough age" and let her know you might leave right after brunch on Sunday. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:09 PM Flag
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Can you leave the kids with family for the weekend and make it an adults-only trip? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:12 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:21 PM Flag
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It would be excruciating for everyone. Really. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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Just go. She is your friend. She will deal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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It is very nice of your friend to invite you, and I don't see why she is "clueless" about kids just b/c she has a nice home and is inviting your children into it. If you are concerned, book a hotel room! Or go without them and have the grandparents babysit. I agree it sounds like it would not be a relaxing trip but I don't find traveling with young kids relaxing anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:22 PM Flag
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I don't get your hesitation. Just because you have young kids doesn't mean you can't visit friends with nice homes. Just watch them incessantly which it sounds like you do anyway. I would welcome a weekend away at a friends gorgeous home with a pool. Especially after the kids are asleep! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:37 PM Flag
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When they're asleep it will be great. But you know how 16 month olds are... I can not leave his sight for a minute. He's into everything and falling a lot because he doesn't walk well yet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:36 PM Flag
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Don't go and invite her to come stay with you? I would be honest with her about the difficulty watching young children in a house that is not child-proof and that it would not be an enjoyable weekend for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:34 PM Flag
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I should invite her to stay with us. Then she'll see how nutty this age can be. :) she's been to bday parties before but only seeing the chaos for 2 hrs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:39 PM Flag
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Go if the weather is good. Your kids will be outside most of the time and have a great time. Take 3yo in your bed, pack'n play for the younger one. Bring food for the kids, something they will definitely eat. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:40 PM Flag
[ - ] Can you open a bottle of champagne and just have some and save the rest? 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:46 PM Flag
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Does not compute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:54 PM Flag
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op: lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:49 PM Flag
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About as easily as opening a can of coke, having some and saving the rest, I suppose. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:56 PM Flag
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op: sounds like thats a no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:50 PM Flag
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Wash your hair or DD's hair with it, or take a bath or give DD a bath in it. Post about it, and wait for the uproar. FUN! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:57 PM Flag
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op: ok, that sounds do-able! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:58 PM Flag
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op: or I let her have a glass- at a playdate w. some pals. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:52 PM Flag
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not really, no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:52 PM Flag
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If you put a spoon/fork in the top of the bottle and let the handle hang down, it slows the gas release and let it keep for a few hours, but that is it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:52 PM Flag
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Yes. Get a champagne stopper. You twist it and it fills the gap very tightly. It will keep the bubbles in there for a few days. It's never as good as the first time, but it will do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:05 PM Flag
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^^This is the kind I have. Works well. You can find them for about $5. http://www.amazon.com/Velvet-Wine-Champagne-Sealer-Metrokane/dp/B000QICZHW/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1371647367&sr=8-9&keywords=champagne+stopper [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:07 PM Flag
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there are vacuum sealers you can buy that help keep the bubbles longer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:12 PM Flag
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Love mine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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Why would you do that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:43 PM Flag
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I can't imagine not finishing a bottle- especially if it is real champagne. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:44 PM Flag
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+1!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 02:24 PM Flag
[ - ] Any 163 parents on? Are you happy? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.19.13, 12:34 PM Flag
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I know people who say great things about that program. I will say the love diminishes after 2nd but that is true of public in general. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:53 PM Flag
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Yes. Very happy. Are you considering G&T ? DL? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:08 PM Flag
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Oh yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:13 PM Flag
[ - ] He said I love you last night! phew and it took long enough!! It's a great day! 28 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:26 PM Flag
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that's a great feeling. yay you! did you say it back? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:26 PM Flag
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yes m'am. first I said- took u long enough. he replied: you knew this already. I said: not a contract til the words get spoekn! and then we laughed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:35 PM Flag
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hate lawyers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:53 PM Flag
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lol- howd you guess!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:54 PM Flag
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^ you must really know one! I just hope he doesnt hate it too- after a while. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:55 PM Flag
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ha . . . he's a banker i guess . . . [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:56 PM Flag
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nope [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:59 PM Flag
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what does he do . . .another lawyer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:03 PM Flag
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heat of the moment, if he loved you he would put a ring on it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:34 PM Flag
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he will! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:31 PM Flag
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Lot of time from saying I love you to a ring [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:38 PM Flag
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time I dont care about. passion and zeal when the moment comes- I do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:39 PM Flag
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You better have passion and zeal before or there won't be any I do's a- coming [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:44 PM Flag
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There is now. The amount has to maintain. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:45 PM Flag
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It's not supposed to feel like pulling teeth [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:35 PM Flag
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It didnt! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:29 PM Flag
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np - Someone peed on your Cheerios this morning, bitter person? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:39 PM Flag
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It's ok. I like to joke around. The way I posted MAY have sounded like it was laborious but it wasn't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:36 PM Flag
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Geez Debs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:38 PM Flag
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Great, isn't it? Congrats! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:39 PM Flag
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TXS! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:41 PM Flag
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aww, I remember when DH said to me for the first time. Such a nice feeling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:37 PM Flag
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it is! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:46 PM Flag
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I said to DH first . .. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:53 PM Flag
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That works too! you have to know the guy. Some are too scared to say it first. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 12:47 PM Flag
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More sure you pick up a copy of Brides at the newsstand! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:32 PM Flag
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and tiffany's [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.13, 01:33 PM Flag
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ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww [ Reply | More
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