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[ - ] S/O of Scary Movie Post: Scariest Book you Read as a Kid? For me, "The Patchwork Monkey" - this was a story about a stuffed monkey that comes to life and eats children. The kids get scared and lock it in a closet, the story ends with the sound of the doorknob turning and the monkey coming slowly down the stairs. Holy shit - I didn't sleep for a week, never allowed a stuffed animal in my room again. http://the-haunted-closet.blogspot.com/2008/06/patchwork-monkey.html 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:54 AM Flag
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My God that sounds horrible! How old were you and why on earth was this book given to kids younger than 16?!?!?!?! I would have been scared too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:57 AM Flag
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My older brother was babysitting and kindly read it to me :) [ Reply | More
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Love brother like him! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:45 AM Flag
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Communion. I read it in high school and was paranoid of getting abducted by aliens. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:05 AM Flag
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IT. Read as a teen. Also the scariest freaking movie ever. Hate clowns and always will be terrified of them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:07 AM Flag
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Omg clowns. There is nothing creepier than a clown for some reason. Like john wayne gacy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:51 AM Flag
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I was spooked by The Headless Horseman [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:33 AM Flag
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I got scared just reading your post! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:33 AM Flag
[ - ] DH asleep AGAIN on the floor while watching the Knick game. This happens EVERY sat night. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:52 AM Flag
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drunk? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:47 AM Flag
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So cute! I love when my boys fall asleep in front of the TV after a hard day! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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No - he's not drunk. He works non-stop at a very physical job, so I understand he's exhausted - but that doesn't take away my feeling of being alone every weekend night! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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He's home with you. A bunch of women have no clue where their husbands are tonight, unfortunately. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:54 AM Flag
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Saturday is not a hard day for this dip$hit [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:57 AM Flag
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i HATE the knicks. So over basketball. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
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Relax - the Knicks season is almost over - you'll be sick of spending Saturday nights with him soon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
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OP here, except for the dipshit comment, thanks ladies for giving me perspective. Good point, at least I know where he is - although most likely he will stay asleep on LR floor until morning! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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My dh has a few drinks and does this almost every night. I think it's totally disgusting (go the F to bed like an adult), but I'm trying to deal with it so I don't hate him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:18 AM Flag
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Lol!!!! I'm sorry, this is how I feel. Thanks for articulating it so well [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:24 AM Flag
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OR: Unfortunately, I lots it on him tonight and kicked his legs off the couch, so he finally got it together and went to bed. What is wrong with these guys? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:22 AM Flag
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Mine is out tonight and will be useless tomorrow. He complains about how hard he works but he has weekends off. Tomorrow I'll be doing exactly what I'll be doing Monday... cooking, cleaning, caring [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 04:09 AM Flag
[ - ] This place is like a giant psychological experiment 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:50 AM Flag
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Agree. N [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:57 AM Flag
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I'd say more of a sociological experiment, since groups have characteristics of their own. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
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OP - good point [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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NP as a sociology major, I would have to agree. I'm surprised no one has done research on UB, actually. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:26 AM Flag
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Love it and hate all at the same time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:01 AM Flag
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Actually, no human subjects committee would approve participation in UB - too much risk from trolls, heartless snark, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:58 AM Flag
[ - ] why does NY times now limit the number of articles you can read online? That's so annoying :-( 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:47 AM Flag
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So that you will by and e subscription. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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op: i wonder how much it is. do you happen to know by any chance? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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More than $30/month [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:47 AM Flag
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Its $15. Well worth it to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 05:17 AM Flag
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They usually have intro deals for four weeks for 99 cents a week. I've heard that they are thinking about lowering the standard cost of $20 a month to get more subscribers, and they just started offering all videos on the site as unlimited and free. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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Yep 99 cents a week special deal for a month. http://www.nytimes.com/subscriptions/Multiproduct/lp5558.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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They need to pay for world class journalism. You are annoying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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i just read it on my ipad or iphone instead of my computer when that happens. or clear cookies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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They are a business and good journalism costs. We get home delivery, which I love, so on-line is free. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:51 AM Flag
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how much is home delivery? op [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:10 AM Flag
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Not sure...we use Mitchell's delivery service and they put it our credit card every 6 wks or so. Great customer service. It's one service I couldn't do without. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:09 AM Flag
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Understand that keeping that the newspaper needs some kind of revenue. N. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:58 AM Flag
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all you have to do is clear your cookies, start over. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:04 AM Flag
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this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:06 AM Flag
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It has for ages. Used to be 20, now it's 10. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:08 AM Flag
[ - ] If you do not have any family, would you leave your DH? knowing you wouldn't have anyone to rely on? Grand parents to help when things get though? things like that. 23 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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Yes. My mom did it and so could I. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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was it tough for you as a kid? do you have siblings? who took care of you when she was at work? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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No, no, I did after school programs and then was a latch-key kid from 5th grade on. I never thought anything of it. I had extended family but they lived a thousand miles away. I think my mom was the toughest woman I have ever known. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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Sounds like she was a great lady. I mean it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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She was. I miss her terribly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:52 AM Flag
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Did you turn out well? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:19 AM Flag
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no she is a serial killer...what kind of question is this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:14 AM Flag
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Yes. I am happy with a great family and a nice life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:37 AM Flag
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And you I love. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:37 AM Flag
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I just meant (for op) - did you do drugs? Date loser men? Ever have daddy issues? Did you go to a good college and do you have a good job? What's your hhi? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:48 AM Flag
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No, no, I went to a state college for financial reasons, we do fine, I taught for 15 years and am now at home with 2 small kids. My mother told me when she was sick that her only regret was that she had to rush back to work. It really impacted my decision, I was suprised. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:47 AM Flag
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And I have issues with my father because he was an asshole, but I never have dated men like him. I know his game and avoid it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:47 AM Flag
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Sorry, op :( [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:55 AM Flag
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Why are you sorry? I have a great life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:01 AM Flag
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I have no contact with my bio family, though do have 3 very close friends (wouldn't count acquaintances in this kind of case). How many dc and how old? How much do you earn and how much dh? But, yes, if the marriage was definitely over in my mind, I would leave regardless of other supports. It would just require more extensive planning. Presumably you would get child support and/or alimony plus asset split. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:41 AM Flag
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I have two DCs, 4 and 6. Currently a stay at home mom, but started sending out my resume and actively looking for a job lately. DH makes 300, it will be tough for him too. I know this is pathetic but I do not have any friends either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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or: it is not pathetic. i don't make new friends now that i am done with schooling. what are the reasons for the split? can it be amicable with fair asset/support? if not, plan your exit, take 50% of joint money into personal account and then initiate divorce. do not leave the home (if you own). do not leave the kids, even briefly. don't start work now. usually you are told to wait as you will get more favorable settlement. kids still need extensive care time-wise so work is tough. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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Thank you for the advice! We just don't get along anymore, we haven't for a while and we are both miserable. We don't really have much to divide, we own the house. We would probably need to sell it. The joint account we have is for monthly living expenses and doesn't really have any extra money to take. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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Tough situation. Stay in the house no matter what. He can leave if he wants. See a lawyer as first consult is usually free. You will have to sell house and he will have to pay CS. Alimony depends on state, but likely for some period to give you time to get a job. $300K is a lot since you don't sound like Manhattan with a house. Sounds like you live to close to the edge financially anyway either from debt, loans or mortgage so a lot of changes are needed anyway. Look, women always end up worse off $$ in divorce. But since there are not significant assets, and child support will be set by judge and usually state numbers, you will suffer less than many women. I know how hard marriage is and it certainly has ups and downs, but if you really truly both know you are done, better to seek happiness sooner than later. Have you ever talked with him about this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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Thank you! He probably has savings and retirement funds. He transfers a fixed amount to our joint acount from his private account every month. We talked about it, he said I could leave if I wanted, but he knows I don't have anywhere to go. I will look into getting a lawyer consult next week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:10 AM Flag
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That is very different. He has money. You will need a lawyer and subpoena all financial records. Do not leave. You potentially harm your case significantly if you "abandon" the home. Yes, you are entitled to half of retirement and savings, just not inheritance. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:59 AM Flag
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My friend's DH died and her family was far away and had no ILs(they had died too). She managed. Her children were little. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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I think it would be easier to leave with no family because then they couldn't judge me for getting divorced. They'd hate me more than DH, I would imagine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:16 AM Flag
[ - ] White jeans -- yea or nay? 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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Not a fan . [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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yea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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They can be hot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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Only if you're thin & sexy. NO bootcut [ Reply | More
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OP: I would classify myself as curvy (but not fat). Trying to figure out if I can rock them. I kind of like the look but I worry they are only for the straight stick type ladies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:01 AM Flag
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Hate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:51 AM Flag
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Yes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:57 AM Flag
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I like the idea of them but every pair I've tried on has looked awful, and I'm a size 4 [ Reply | More
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Yea, they are ok, but I am not a huge fan. N [ Reply | More
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Love. [ Reply | More
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I love them [ Reply | More
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Yea. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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nothing white and tight is going on my ass ever so no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:20 AM Flag
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Yea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:32 AM Flag
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Only if you are very thin. And live in SoCal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:14 AM Flag
[ - ] Boo fucking hoo. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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okay [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:37 AM Flag
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More like "who's your boo been fucking?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
[ - ] What does a pregnant stomach feel like? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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Hard and kicky. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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Depends at what point in the pregnancy and do you mean to the pregnant person or to someone else? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:21 AM Flag
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At the very very beginning I felt sore, like sore an muscles but in the deepest part of my core. It felt tight if I stretched and felt like I had a tennis ball in me when I laid on my stomach. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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You just managed to describe what I've never been able to describe. That's exactly it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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:) ...as I was writing I'm like, this sounds crazy I wonder if I'm remembering correctly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:42 AM Flag
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To a pregnant person or to someone touching it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
[ - ] Vent. My kids are well behaved and people always say "You're so lucky. You're children are such angels." The truth is they are normal but I am consistent with discipline and they behave well. I am not "lucky," I have worked hard to have well behaved children. 136 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:18 AM Flag
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The real truth is children are who they are and you are not nearly as "responsible" as you think you are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:13 AM Flag
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+100000000000000000 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:19 AM Flag
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You are copping out. OP is correct, good kids are a sign of good parenting! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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I agree! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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Agree, signed nanny. I have seen it all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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Most often true...with some exceptions. Good parents can has "challenging" kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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VBA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:09 AM Flag
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Any nanny, sitter, or teacher will agree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:47 AM Flag
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YES!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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same! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:05 AM Flag
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NOT true. My kids both have hot tempers, but they know to keep it in check when we are in public, if not they get to experience MY temper. They behave, because I have been consistent with them. Not luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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ha ha. that's what my friend bragged about too - until she had her third dc. now she gets it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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I am not bragging and what does your friends situation have to do with mine? What does she get? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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I would bet she did not parent #3 in the same manner as the first two. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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yea, that makes so much more sense that the mom changed her style than the child had a different personality. hello [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:31 AM Flag
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Not uncommon for the 3rd child or last child to be treated differently. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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I see this all the time! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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me too! all 3rd children end up in prison. studies prove it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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OH dear God. You are now insufferable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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great moms have an expiration date? who knew? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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actually a large part of your children's behaviors are in fact genetic luck. temperament is evident in infancy. however, this does not mean you did not play a role in helping them learn socially appropriate behavior. i don't think or is saying you are meaningless, just that a lot of things ARE out of our control. but i do find that when i feel this defensive about something, it usually comes from a place of self-doubt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:35 AM Flag
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THIS. OP obviously lacks something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:42 AM Flag
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Lolololol. Hi there, jealous middle school girl [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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It's healthy to approach parenting with a fair amount of self-doubt, and the alternative is really unattractive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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or: agreed. that is why op is lacking self-awareness. she is over-confident and presumably fairly new to parenting. [ Reply | More
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not to mention a real pita. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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OP here. I'm not that new and I've been through some major shit with one of my DCs. The fact that people also forget this is another topic. Most people would have a ridiculously spoiled dc had they dealt with what we did. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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stop. just stop. you are needy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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How is this needy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:51 AM Flag
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do you ever have sex? I can't imagine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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You have a very poor imagination. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:51 AM Flag
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smug. haven't used that here before but it fits you well. "that new" implies your kids are, as we all believe, relatively young. I'm sorry you had/have a sick child. But that doesn't change the nature vs nurture. It just means you've likely had a difficult time and want more recognition from those around you. Perhaps join some SN support groups? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:53 AM Flag
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Who said sick or SN? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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"major shit" usually refers to illness or SN. perhaps you can clarify what you mean by that phrase help us understand. [ Reply | More
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"major shit" usually refers to illness or SN. perhaps you can clarify what you mean by that phrase help us understand. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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yep. extreme parenting, in either direction is problematic. but the vast majority of parents do a lot less molding than they think. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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Exactly. So much is just their nature. Dh and I are mild mannered. Our kids are polite and friendly. We didn't do anything to make them that way aside from providing our genes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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I had a mom say to me I was "lucky" that neither of my kids had been sent to the principal at school. This after my 6 yr old daughter bit her son when he pinned her against the wall and slapped her. The was tiny, he was twice as big. She was "acquitted" and he was suspended. I was "lucky" my kids were well behaved. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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Not a vent, a vba. But good for you for being a good mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:19 AM Flag
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and moms with "problem" children obviously are not. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:14 AM Flag
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I'm not trying to brag. It's really annoying when people put all the credit on dcs' behavior on them "being compliant," or "being naturally good." They are NORMAL. They test me. I would obviously never say this IRL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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you should stop now, you are crossing into insufferable bitch (and we all know that apples don't fall far from the tree) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:23 AM Flag
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this! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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if you wouldn't put it in writing and sign your name to it, then you shouldn't say it at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:23 AM Flag
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I WOULD put it in writing and sign my name. I just wouldn't say it out loud on a regular basis IRL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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ok, who are you mother of all mothers? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:26 AM Flag
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You probably know me. Earlier today you told me 'Your children are extraordinary." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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nope. [ Reply | More
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I can 100% guarantee those words have never come out of my mouth, to anyone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:26 AM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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I totally agree with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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Me too! Same deal. I always say, I WORKED for this! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:14 AM Flag
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OP here, sometimes I say this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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all children at some point with something. your day will come. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:15 AM Flag
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I have had my day as a matter of fact. And I'm sure that I might have another "day." [ Reply | More
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address for medal?______________________________________________________________ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:15 AM Flag
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love you [ Reply | More
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They're not mutually exclusive. I work extremely hard to get my kid to behave with less-than-perfect results. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:21 AM Flag
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oh no - you suck as a mom - if you worked AS hard as she does and did the exact same things... your results would be the SAME. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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I guess you're right. After all, all kids are intrinsically identical. The only difference is parental input. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:23 AM Flag
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well duh :) that's why all sibs are exactly alike. [ Reply | More
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OP here. My dcs aren't perfect either! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:18 AM Flag
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no kidding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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Ugh. Can't even accept banal compliments. We find them normal and are trying to make you feel good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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Lol. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:20 AM Flag
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My DH likes it when I "discipline" him [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:22 AM Flag
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I'm a fan of a good spanking myself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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There's always one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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What do you do . Belt, corner time , do you make him get naked first, pants down to his ankles spread over the bed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:54 AM Flag
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How many whippings does he get. I gove my dh 10 the make him stand in the corner until I tell he can come out,. If he complain Ns he gets 10 more [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:02 AM Flag
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Then we have hot sex [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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I don't usually engage ingnorant arrogant people, but how old are your children OP? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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It's a moot point in this argument because the people who say this to me have children around the same age as my dcs, or only one about the same age as one of mine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:26 AM Flag
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what? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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so you just can't bring yourself to admit how young your children are? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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your odd refusal to share their ages really makes this whole post less credible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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it was never credible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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Your DC are like 3, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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No. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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so - how old are they? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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See above. Moot point. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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are they born yet? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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see above, called you out :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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OP- I could have written this. Discipline means "to teach" at it's root and sadly seems to have been lost on many of our generation. I have stopped having playdates with the few kids that are continually difficult and have no consequences. Our child's teacher suggested and is working well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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We must be sisters! I make it a point to go talk to the teacher after a bad playdate and make sure she knows that the other child is dreadful and can't follow the rules and my child is doing great. It usually works and the teacher always suggests that I keep my wonderfully delightful child away from the other scum in the classroom. A couple of times the teacher has even given me a hand written list of children to avoid - rather than spoil my perfect spawn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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Actually all kids in my child's class very well behaved and this was in response to issue having w difficult kids not from school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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oh yes, I also go to my teacher to discuss other children she doesn't even know who don't attend the school and I get the same advice you did. Sorry I left that out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:47 AM Flag
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So that would be a yes on the "are your DC very young?" question. LOL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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That was NOT OP but someone responding to OP, btw. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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Yes sorry meant to address OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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That wasn't OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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thank you for clarifying. So will the real OP fess up? How old? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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She's thinking really hard about what the right ages are to make up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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I'm deciding if it will make a difference if I post their ages. Probably not. They are not in college yet so I am guessing people will say "JUST WAIT until they go to college." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:42 AM Flag
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I know. no matter what she types at this point, I don't buy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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are you Republican mom? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:31 AM Flag
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Hardly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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^^^I'm crazy, liberal, zero waste, traditional school mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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are they good sleepers? good eaters? how old? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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How old are your kids? I'm incredibly consistent with my two year old, but he had a tantrum in Target yesterday and threw a car at his brother on Monday. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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if you continue to post things like this, I will be forced to call CPS on you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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OP here. This is my point. My dcs do this sort of thing too. I'm sure you were consistent when it happened. But in GENERAL mine are extremely well behaved, polite etc. So when people attribute their good behavior to "being so lucky" it really annoys me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:31 AM Flag
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you annoy me. what goes around comes around. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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I guess your kids consistenly behave like little shits. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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Reading comp. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:37 AM Flag
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NP it happens, regardless of how consistent you are. Key is that it doesn't happen every freaking day, but it is out if the norm behavior :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:31 AM Flag
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Don't take it personally. She's full of sh*t. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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np: I think it was the "you probably called my children extraordinary today" comment that pushed me over the edge. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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OP here, someone actually said this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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Quite a few people say things like this, IME. I think because the expected standard of behavior for DC is sadly low and if they sit next to your DC in a restaurant and they don't scream and throw food, that's impressive. The rest of us just don't take these "compliments" quite as seriously as you do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:57 AM Flag
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I agree with you, OP. I am enjoying watching all the defensive responses! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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Me too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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Please, it's not hard to generate defensive responses on this board. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:50 AM Flag
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Yes, but these are clearly from people lacking in the parenting department. Love it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:52 AM Flag
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This x a million [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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They are people who have great polite well behaved kids who didn't have to behave like Hitler to get there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:59 AM Flag
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of course! nearly every post has them. I just enjoy watching other mothers' insecurities present themselves in that ridiculous way only anonymity can. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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Me too - it is insane how transparent they are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
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I'm a little shocked(OP here). Sheesh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:51 AM Flag
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OR -I personally find this whole thread pretty validating, and think you should too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
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I don't see much defensiveness. More like amusement. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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It's like when Obama says kids are supposed to graduate from the eight grade. Kids are also supposed to chew with their mouths shut and not beat up their friends. Let's set the baseline for self-congratulation a *bit* higher. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:12 AM Flag
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oh go away? i bet you'l be lining up to graduate with them as you've worked soo hard to get them to study well - its not just them. smug and self righteous much? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:48 AM Flag
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Ouch, I guess you didn't do so well with yours :( [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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au contraire. they're great and i enjoy receiiving compliments on their behaviour also. but i actuall believe kids DO have their own personalities and temperaments and not everything they do is a reflection or extension of yourself and your awesome hard working parenting skills. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:03 AM Flag
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Nah, I'm pretty sure they behave like little shits like their mother. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:23 AM Flag
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whatever makes you feel better babe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:39 AM Flag
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As long as I don't have to sit next to your little animals [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:40 AM Flag
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as if you' be so lucky though dreams are free. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:44 AM Flag
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And what will you be doing with your brats? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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Mostly, you are just lucky you ended up with kids with similar natural behaviors. I have one incredibly well-behaved dc, awesome sleeper, good eater. One angel behavior at school/hellion at home, poor sleeper, fair eater. One anger at school/medium at home, fair sleeper, poor eater. Same parents, same rules, same consistency but lots of differences. I neither blame nor congratulate myself too much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:02 AM Flag
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I'll take a wild guess at what religion OP is. Or maybe isn't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:01 AM Flag
[ - ] Liz Lemon - hot or not? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:18 AM Flag
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Not. Dumpy with a pretty face. Neurotic with no life outside work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:16 AM Flag
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Alot better hotter then Wesley Snipe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:20 AM Flag
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She would have made a hot Mrs. Wesley Snipe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:23 AM Flag
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Are all your posts going to use the word "hot?" - lame! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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That wouldn't be hot? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:35 AM Flag
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Go watch Weeds [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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hot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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Love. Smart, sexy woman. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:31 AM Flag
[ - ] How hard is it to get into a D2 middle school if you live outside the district. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:16 AM Flag
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not happening. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:26 AM Flag
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which one? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:27 AM Flag
[ - ] Trying again, anyone sending their dc to Wagner Middle School in the fall? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:13 AM Flag
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I'm not, but re-post w/NY Schools checked off, and you might get more responses. A lot of nice DC from our UES Gen Ed are headed there this fall. It's a great school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 05:54 AM Flag
[ - ] I think if you go on an Internet website to proclaim you're better than someone else based on your parenting choice, it's psych 101 that you're seeking validation for a choice you're actually very insecure about and are too scared/ashamed to admit it to yourself. People who are secure in their choices understand others can be secure and happy making a different choice. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:09 AM Flag
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Totally. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:10 AM Flag
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I agree. The fact that I am an amazing mom has not that much to do with my SAH v WOH status as much as the fact that I am just great at parenting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:11 AM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:06 AM Flag
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I must not have gone to as high calibre school as the rest of you as this was not covered until Psych 102 for me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:14 AM Flag
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The only people who count in the "How Good am I as a WOHM Contest" are my own children. And my high school and junior high school sons adore me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:10 AM Flag
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Sometimes I have to reply to people who say dumb stuff. There are those of us who are reading every bit of scientific info about child rearing and then there are those who say such nonsense as, "Well, my generation survived," or "My instincts are good enough." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:12 AM Flag
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You realize 99% of "scientific info about child rearing" is total crap, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:21 AM Flag
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I agree completely. And I hereby validate your psychoanalysis. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:19 AM Flag
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You sound too reasonable and level-headed to be here. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:19 AM Flag
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Eh. I think the anonymity changes things [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:19 AM Flag
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Of course. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:16 AM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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agree. I only post child questions when I doubt my choice. I never engage in the sah vs woh because I'm confident in my choice. I only engage on topics with factual inaccuracies or true opinion (not masquerading as fact). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:29 AM Flag
[ - ] Did anyone's DH have a bad experience with a vasectomy? Emotionally? Or physically like dealing with pain long after the procedure? Positive experiences welcome too.. TIA 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:00 AM Flag
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don't have personal experience, but I have only heard good things. one friend did get pg though, an oops about 8 years after [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:08 AM Flag
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Hmmm. Thanks. In 8 years I will be 46 so hopefully chances would be really small by then... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:09 AM Flag
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17 years ago. All good. Really improved our sex life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:04 AM Flag
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Thanks! Did your DH voice any regrets after the fact? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:12 AM Flag
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Never [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:34 AM Flag
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there is some research about an increased cancer risk so I discouraged dh. kind of regret that though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:06 AM Flag
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Procedure was not traumatic, but my husband was surprised that he experienced low level discomfort for six months after. Totally fine now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:06 AM Flag
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Good to know. Thanks. Was the discomfort following the procedure following sex? Or all the time? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:15 AM Flag
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DH said there was some different kind of feeling for him after - it must have hurt a little as he always asked me to "kiss the boo-boo" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:15 AM Flag
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My DH had one after our third baby. It's been wonderful. He took his percocet, had a beer and put a bag of frozen peas on his nuts for two days. That was all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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mine definitely had a hard time making the decision - knew rationally that it made sense for various reasons but felt emotionally that he might be less of a man, closing off any possibility of more kids was a step towards the grave, the procedure would be humiliating. he did HATE the procedure itself but couldn't wait to get back in the saddle afterwards and everything has been smooth sailing ever since. No issues with pain and a huge plus for our sex life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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ex husband used vasectomy as an excuse to not take his daughter for an entire summer. I imagined he had some horrible complication, but maybe that was just my wish for him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:59 AM Flag
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Make sure DH does his follow up visit. My little brother is here to tell you a follow up analysis is necessary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:06 AM Flag
[ - ] Can anyone recommend dresses/tunics/tops/outfits that can hide not-flat stomachs but don't look like maternity tops? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:55 AM Flag
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I find things with a drop waist are pretty flattering when I'm bloated. :-) veronica M makes some cute dresses like this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:57 AM Flag
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NP: this is more than bloated. I have a crazy body shape that is worse since having kids. I look like a marshmellow with toothpicks for arms and legs. I feel like nothing looks good on me! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:00 AM Flag
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^^I mean OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:03 AM Flag
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Pure + Good ballet tee. Sold at Anthropologie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:00 AM Flag
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Tops with ruffled tiers and ruched tops hide big stomachs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:35 AM Flag
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Gretchen Scott Deigns - tunics, dresses [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:00 AM Flag
[ - ] i think sahm's are better moms to their kids than wohm's. 26 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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Me too. In general. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:49 AM Flag
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Aww... we have a sahd and I'm a pretty good mom too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
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doubt op thinks this, it's just a copy cat of the one posted below. There are good moms on both sides of this debate and some shit ones too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:51 AM Flag
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I think dads are better parents than moms. Moms are so freaking psycho and angry! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:57 AM Flag
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IDA. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:58 AM Flag
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^^^clarification, IDA on both accounts [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:52 AM Flag
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Omg, has anyone seen that commercial with the two little girls talking about how a bear used to live with them, and then the bear turns out to be the mom? I think it's a mattress commercial b/c the bear was the mom after a bad night's sleep. Hilarious, this made me think of it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:01 AM Flag
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I saw that. FWIW DH is a bear with a poor night's sleep too. i liked when the bear went to the soccer game:) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:03 AM Flag
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Awww. Aren't you the cutest. Apostrophes and everything. Or should I say apostrophe's. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:59 AM Flag
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Moms Mom's [ Reply | More
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Mom's Mom's [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:59 AM Flag
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Or Mum-Mums. Still, a very cute post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:00 AM Flag
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Mom's moms [ Reply | More
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Moms' [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:00 AM Flag
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Lol! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:56 AM Flag
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Enough. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:54 AM Flag
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+1,000,000 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:01 AM Flag
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Agreed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:56 AM Flag
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I think good moms and crappy moms come in all varieties. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:01 AM Flag
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+1. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:57 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:13 AM Flag
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Would you put so-called warfare moms in this group? They stay at home and don't work. Simply staying at home isn't enough. Some of the greatest moms I know are single, working moms. Why keep this false battle going? Such a waste of time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:56 AM Flag
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They do risk their lives on the battlefield every day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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I don't. I'm a SAHM now with dc #2. I was a better mom to dc #1 when I was working. Now I'm just tired and impatient. I'm also not enjoying the moments like I did with the first one. That said, I am kind of glad I've stayed home with them this year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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I'd hate for my daughter to think her only job in life was to incubate and clean up after kids. After all, that's all she would have ever seen me do if I wasn't a WOHM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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So she wasn't important enough to waste your precious time on raising after you carried her and gave birth to right?! Yes, I'd hate for my daughter to think She was that important for me to want to take care of her myself. Oh the nerve. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:47 AM Flag
[ - ] I would love to work for Kelly Cutrone. Love my current job, and will not switch careers but I think she's the coolest. 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
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You'd make $25K a year and the people in that industry are the WORST. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:52 AM Flag
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This. I work in the industry, nothing fabulous or glam about it. Everyone is an a-hole and only the people that know how to play the games, kiss ass, etc make it to the top after several years of being treated like a bald headed step-child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:56 AM Flag
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OP oh I know it's not glamorous, I just think it would have been awesome to have her as a mentor. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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Agreed. I worked in the industry for a very short time while a took a break from finance and when I had the opportunity, I went RUNNING back to my prior career! Awful people and no money. Seriously met some of the dumbest, most shallow people in my life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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Yeah she probably wouldn't pay you and you'd be surrounded by 21 year old dumb wannabees. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:54 AM Flag
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valid point [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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valid point [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:57 AM Flag
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CEO of People's Revolution, a fashion/lifestyle PR firm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:54 AM Flag
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Always thought Whitney was only one of those a hills girls with a work ethic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:01 AM Flag
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SHE's HORRIBLE! She looks horrible, dresses even worse and is mean and rude to everyone - yuck! I couldn't think of a worse person to WANT to work for. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:12 AM Flag
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Actually, I've met her a few times and she is not horrible. She's very friendly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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Thanks. CA mom here. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 03:13 AM Flag
[ - ] i think wohm moms are better moms to their kids than sahm 's. 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:48 AM Flag
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Not me. I am a SAHM and I'm the absolute most amazing mom. Ever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:43 AM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:51 AM Flag
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Don't know about most amazing, but I'm a pretty good mom who SAH. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:47 AM Flag
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Me too [ Reply | More
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This WOHM can correctly construct a plural noun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:49 AM Flag
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Please let's not start this again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:44 AM Flag
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Why? In what way? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:44 AM Flag
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Troll [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:44 AM Flag
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THIS [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:51 AM Flag
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I think u be a trolling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
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Enough. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
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Nah. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:45 AM Flag
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But SAHMs have better punctuation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:45 AM Flag
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I don't think it is a contest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:51 AM Flag
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Who cares? We are all doing out best. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:47 AM Flag
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Ok enough of this today. Go away now please. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:53 AM Flag
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I know right?? It's exhausting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:55 AM Flag
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Your use of mom after the acronym 'wohm' is redundant. If you make mistakes like that at work, you'll get fired, and then be one of the bad sahms. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:49 AM Flag
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Awww... we have a sahd and I'm a pretty good mom too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
[ - ] I am parent president at my kids' school. I need to host an event for 20 people. It is a targeted fundraising event where a presentation will be made so we need privacy and quiet. I can't afford to rent a private room in a restaurant but my home is not really suited for formal entertaining. We live in a classic six that needs to be renovated (although it's comfortable, organized and clean). I love my home but it's not the showpiece that I've been to for other family hosted events at school. Should I try to find a less expensive venue? Or should I just throw in the towel, save the money and have people come over to my cozy, unglamorous home? 25 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:31 AM Flag
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I'd do it at your home. People are always happy to be invited to anyone's apt. Don't compare your apt to others - just be your usual gracious self and enjoy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:28 AM Flag
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Are they happy because it's unusual to be invited? It's sort of a novelty ? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:32 AM Flag
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I think so. So many events are in restaurants. Just put out the wine and some nibblies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:45 AM Flag
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Throw in that towel, OP. Rent some extra chairs, move a few pieces out, serve some stiff drinks and bask in the admiration of your peers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:36 AM Flag
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I think I"m going to have to. The other parents' apartments I've been in over the years are duplexes on Park Ave or CPW or townhouses on the UES. This family apartment is NOT going to even come close to that, I feel embarrassed I have to admit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:40 AM Flag
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Just be a gracious hostess. No one really cares. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:41 AM Flag
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thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:43 AM Flag
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Drinks are essential. They'll all be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:44 AM Flag
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your home sounds wonderful and way better than any restaurant. just invest in fresh flowers, a coat check thing, and super yummy food [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:38 AM Flag
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I agree with others - 99% of people really enjoy a nice home party! Enjoy and serve lots of food!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:42 AM Flag
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And drinks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:45 AM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:57 AM Flag
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Targeted fundraising things at our school are always done in very wealthy families' homes. Weird they put this on you. Also weird you've basically outed yourself to families at your school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:38 AM Flag
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I can't possibly have outed myself. Too many schools in this great city of ours. And honestly, I don't care if you think you know who I am. So I'm on UB, I guess you are too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:46 AM Flag
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OP could be loaded but just living in an apartment that needs to be renovated. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:47 AM Flag
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But..that's my whole point. People like you are going to come over and say ... why here? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:47 AM Flag
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Nothing weird here. OP is performing a needed service to the school and the parents. She's not fearful or ashamed. Learn from her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:42 AM Flag
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LMAO. Yeah, really weird that she's not embarassed to out herself as one of the poors with "only" a classic 6. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:50 AM Flag
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This [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 02:04 AM Flag
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Do it at your place but make sure it's clean as a whistle, no clutter and you have lovely, large and expensive-looking flowers here and there. Put out elegant-looking appetizers or whatevers, using your nice china. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:48 AM Flag
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Thanks. No clutter makes a huge difference. I have the kind of home that if I ever wanted to sell it and had it staged, I would change my mind and stay because it would look amazing without all the family clutter around. Legos, trophies, toys, books, newspapers, video consules, remote controls, on and on [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:54 AM Flag
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Exactly. Stash all that stuff, tidy up bookshelves and make sure you have a clean closet or hanging rack for jackets and things that people may bring with them. Clean every mirror and glass/silver surface so that the place literally sparkles. Dim the lighting slightly and it'll be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:08 AM Flag
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get someone else to have it at their house. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 12:51 AM Flag
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No, she should just jump in and do it. She'll feel great afterwards. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:08 AM Flag
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OP - You ladies motivated me.. I'm going for it! Plus, the house will look really good for awhile afterwards too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.19.13, 01:18 AM Flag
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