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[ - ] Just finished my first fast on the Fast Diet. It wasn't nearly as bad as I expected! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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The damage you just did to your body will be long lasting. Good luck with that. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] best presents for two-year-old boy? 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Thomas the Tank Engine [ Reply | More
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a hug [ Reply | More
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That's all day every day - not a present [ Reply | More
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iPad [ Reply | More
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Geo Trax starter train set. He can carry it around and you can add to it as he grows. [ Reply | More
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books, building toys [ Reply | More
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iPhone [ Reply | More
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magna-tiles - expensive but awesome! [ Reply | More
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OP: can you recommend something with little figures, like the equivalent of a dollhouse for girls? looking for a fire station, farm with little people, something gender neutral but not too lego-y--want the figures to be able to sit down, do things the way dolls can [ Reply | More
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Thomas the Tank Engine, I swear. They use the trains as action figures and they talk to each other. [ Reply | More
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I will try it! The little ones, right? There are so many on amazon. [ Reply | More
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Choose the wooden ones. [ Reply | More
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+1. You will not find anything most boys love more than Thomas. [ Reply | More
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My nephew loved the Little People sets - they don't bend/sit down but are very cute and they have all sorts of set ups - from farm to fire station to train station to zoo. Really cute. [ Reply | More
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Thomas. No way around it. [ Reply | More
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OK, Thomas people. What do you recommend? How many trains? Tracks too, to start? [ Reply | More
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Just one. That kid is 2 for Christs sake. [ Reply | More
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Just one. That kid is 2 for Christs sake. [ Reply | More
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OK, Thomas people. What do you recommend? How many trains? Tracks too, to start? [ Reply | More
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The subway cars that go on the Thomas tracks are really cute [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:27 AM Flag
[ - ] I have been divorced for five years but ex and I still own some property together that we need to sell. For the last four years I've had the same attorney working on this. He's an older guy, smart but low key, and generally unresponsive. Aside from the fact that he hasn't sent me a bill in four years, and I've been speaking to him regularly over that time, he can take two weeks to return my calls. Often when I leave him a voicemail he replies with a verbose but off the point email late at night. I need to get these properties sold and I need someone who is smart, aggressive, and timely. Do I move on or stick with the same attorney? I want this over with ASAP 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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Tell him you need him to be more responsive because you want to get this over with. Give him a deadline to respond. If he doesn't, move on. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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I've tried that, he's always got some excuse but is similarly always unresponsive. I've been trying to reach him for over a week but he was on vacation. I sent him an email and left a vm this morning. A couple of minutes ago he sent an email to say he might be available on Wednesday evening, WTF. Are all attorneys like this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:58 AM Flag
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Say, "If you can't do XXXX by XXX date, I'm afraid I need to find another attorney." Then if he can't, do it. [ Reply | More
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thanks, the problem is that i never know when he's talked to the other side. he'll put me off for weeks and say he hasn't heard from them, but i'm guessing he hasn't even tried to reach them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:22 AM Flag
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hire a kick ass real estate expert. [ Reply | More
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do you know of any? may need litigation experience [ Reply | More
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Read what you just wrote. You know the answer. Get an actual lawyer, one you pay to do the work you need done. [ Reply | More
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i know, this guy is a sleeper, but i don't know of anyone else. [ Reply | More
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Well it is hard to find a lawyer with the lawyer shortage and all. [ Reply | More
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LOL [ Reply | More
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Or just heand the lawyer keys to the property and be done with it [ Reply | More
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great, really helpful, go fuck yourself cunt [ Reply | More
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np: Her response was hilarious, and you either have no sense of humor, or you're a lawyer. [ Reply | More
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Is your ex objecting to selling; why do you need a lawyer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:17 AM Flag
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Yes, we can't agree on the timing of the sale, they are investment properties we bought together...also on how the proceeds will be split, which is why DH is putting offing selling them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:12 AM Flag
[ - ] Could anyone share their financial aid package offered for Fall 2013? Amount and school. TIA 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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seriously why would anyone do that that's confidential! Everyone's finances are different ! Can't compare yourself to someone else .Income , assets and expenses are you individulized [ Reply | More
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I agree with PP. It's like people to share their tax returns. What's it got to do with you? [ Reply | More
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K-8, pay 38% of tuition, HHI $145K, typical expenses [ Reply | More
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K-8, 95% FA package, HHI 85K [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:13 AM Flag
[ - ] By all means please name my son, I can absolutely not take one more suggestion from dh. German last name, name needs to work in Germany too. 45 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:42 AM Flag
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Johan [ Reply | More
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+1 Probably the best one on the list so far [ Reply | More
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Fritz [ Reply | More
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Markus, Jens [ Reply | More
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Karl / Carl [ Reply | More
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Joshua, Samuel [ Reply | More
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KUdos to all of you ladies for not saying the obvious name here. [ Reply | More
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OP: Please say it, I am not sure what you mean. Also, can we all be a little less German if that's possible? We have been in NYC for 15 years... :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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The ultimate, insulting German name. Come on, don't make me say it. The snarky, obvious comment. [ Reply | More
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Hans? [ Reply | More
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OY VEY....Adolph!!! [ Reply | More
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love Hans [ Reply | More
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Bruno, Peter, John [ Reply | More
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Hans, Gus, Henry, Leo, Conrad [ Reply | More
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Torsten [ Reply | More
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what? don't do that to a kid. [ Reply | More
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lol [ Reply | More
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Erik, Felix, Lukas [ Reply | More
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wilhelm? [ Reply | More
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stefan [ Reply | More
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adolf [ Reply | More
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Adolph. [ Reply | More
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OK, someone said it. [ Reply | More
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LOL. I was waiting. [ Reply | More
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stefan/stephan, phillip [ Reply | More
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Fritz [ Reply | More
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My late fathers name, so I like, but pretty uncommon and can mean not working right... On the fritz [ Reply | More
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Erick [ Reply | More
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Nicholas, [ Reply | More
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I like Dieter [ Reply | More
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Klaus, Marco, Maximilian, Sebastian, Sven, Uwe [ Reply | More
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I know a German Danial nn Dan [ Reply | More
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oliver, Henry, william, Stefan [ Reply | More
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OP: No no no, you are all way to German leaning, we are staying for good, please ease up on the Hans, Fritz and Jens... LOL, just meant that I wouldn't choose a name like Stanley or George which would be pronounced entirely different in German. [ Reply | More
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Maximilian and Sebastian. [ Reply | More
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Oh, FFS. Pick your own damn name. [ Reply | More
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Nope, now I will make UB do it! [ Reply | More
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LOL! How about Thomas? [ Reply | More
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Frederick, Otto, Nicholas, Albert [ Reply | More
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Love Frederick [ Reply | More
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Thomas, Paul [ Reply | More
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George Michael [ Reply | More
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Miles [ Reply | More
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I like Johan. I know it's pronounced with a Y-sound, but I think Joey could be a cute nn in the states. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] If you had a whole afternoon to yourself on the UES but don't want to spend a lot of money, what would you do? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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Walk around people-watching, get tasti d-lite, end up at the met--see one current exhibit, one permanent exhibit, and end up on the roof, eavesdropping and drinking wine. [ Reply | More
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Sounds great! [ Reply | More
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I'd want to spend a lot of money, sorry. [ Reply | More
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Ha, ha. Might be unavoidable. [ Reply | More
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Mani pedi and then get drunk on happy hour cocktails. [ Reply | More
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The Met, of course. [ Reply | More
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lunch and museum [ Reply | More
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Museum of the city of new York, walk along fifth on park, windows hop madison [ Reply | More
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Visit one of the great museums - there are a ton. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] why do I feel tipsy after 1.5 beers? Normal sized ones 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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someone spiked your drink? [ Reply | More
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How much do you weigh? [ Reply | More
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130 lb [ Reply | More
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I do too, normal [ Reply | More
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have you eaten today? [ Reply | More
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yes. had first beer before dinner (so empty stomach) but half of second while eating a decent sized meal [ Reply | More
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I do after 1 drink, always [ Reply | More
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Age. I can't drink like I used to. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] STCM are you there? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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No, go away. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] what does SMH in text language mean? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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shake my head [ Reply | More
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Shaking my head. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:41 AM Flag
[ - ] What to do about ex dh who is still not over me? Divorced for 6 months, I filed and moved out. 2 dc. I care about him and respect him, don't want to hurt his feelings, but I am completely over him. He is more interested in maintaining a relationship with me than our ds, still wants to work on the relationship, etc. I 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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You were married and had kids together. Some people put a lot of value and investment into that and 6 months is not a long time. [ Reply | More
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"Bob, let me make this perfectly clear. I do not want a relationship with you. I will not return your calls, and I am unfriending you on Facebook. You can pick up our DC's in the lobby. Good luck, and I wish you well." [ Reply | More
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Wow. Cold. [ Reply | More
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Well, what else is she supposed to do? [ Reply | More
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[ - ] Does anyone have experience working at a nonprofit? I'm thinking of transitioning but have heard that nonprofits can be horrible places to work because the cause is so important that employees are not treated well (long unpaid hours, having to do the work of multiple people permanently because staff is never hired and volunteers are used to fill in the worst gaps). Thoughts? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:37 AM Flag
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All of those things are true and then some. On the flip side, it is some of the most rewarding work. You have to love it to do it. [ Reply | More
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Thank you...what's the worst of the "and then some," just so I go in ready? [ Reply | More
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NP: our board tried to suggest that staff should "volunteer" for events. Never mind that you can bet none of them do their jobs for free just because it's "for a good cause." [ Reply | More
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It depends on the nonprofit. Currently I don't have to do long unpaid hours because my current place hasn't figured out that they can classify me as salaried (and I am NOT going to point that out!), but I've always had low pay, too much work, and it seems like the trend has been to give the most interesting work to unpaid interns. So much depends on the Executive Director, I think (and the board, but a good ED can manage the board). And if you're thinking of being the ED, be prepared for it to be a way of life. The majority of my career has been in nonprofits and I've had a range of experiences. Pick your nonprofit wisely. [ Reply | More
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Thank you for these insights. Are there certain types of nonprofits that are less extreme, or is it just a case by case basis with no trends based on the type of nonprofit? [ Reply | More
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think it's case-by-case. My impression is that the biggest places are more likely to be run more professionally. I've been primarily in mid-sized places, and it is so heavily dependent on the management at the top. You need someone who can manage the board AND the staff. I think in many cases the higher-ups know their mission, but are not qualified for the management part of the job. And if you're the one coming in from outside at a higher level, say as director, expect a major learning curve dealing with boards. My current boss is new to the nonprofit world and he has really struggled with that. [ Reply | More
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np: This. This varies heavily from organization to organization. Some are horrifyingly bad and others are decent, just like the corporate sector. Good leadership is essential. I would check out sites like Glassdoor. [ Reply | More
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Thanks for the comment [ Reply | More
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What is your background, and what would you be looking to do? [ Reply | More
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Ok. They are little different to companies. They are run by humans, most of whom are not good managers. The non-profit humans tend to be paid less, so they typically (and I am rampantly stereotyping here) seek more fulfillment from the "mission". Which enables all sorts of bad passive/aggressive holier than thou behaviors. The grass isn't greener, it's just a different shade. [ Reply | More
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i have been at non-profits for 23 years. they are usually run by incompetent managers. I survive bu staying focused on the mission of my org which I truly value and the clients we serve. the reason I have stayed is that and my hours are incredibly flexible for parenting. I get paid well for the hours I put in and have plenty of time for dc [ Reply | More
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I worked for non profit way back. Fancy one. They only care about the board then the cause. So they'll spend crazy money to please the top people, like wine and dine them. Spend tons on their laptops and such. Those who work below barely get anything. Very small cube, cramped space. 50 bucks yearly bonus. Will never do this again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:41 AM Flag
[ - ] If you are referring to your husband, do you say "my husband" or "DC's dad" if in relation to your child? I.e., "my husband will bring him" or "his dad will bring him". Is there any implication to someone who doesn't know you of either? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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I just my husband [ Reply | More
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His dad. It's his most important title. [ Reply | More
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Normally just use his name - but if given those choices - "my husband" - if someone says "DC's dad" - I'd assume they're not together. [ Reply | More
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IA. [ Reply | More
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Op: ok, so bad that I referred to dh as "DC's dad" when communicating with someone I have a crush on? [ Reply | More
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I've done that. Lol [ Reply | More
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[ - ] Just had the lice fairy over again. 3rd X we are going through this in three years. what gives? what am I doing wrong? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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after this round - STOP WASHING your kids's hair - am serious - lice like clean clean hair [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:45 AM Flag
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np They don't care either way. If hair's not tied back, there's more surface area to come into contact with lice. So braid it or cut it short. We never had it until dds had long hair and one never wore it back. Get a proper lice comb to have on hand; the ones in the Rid box don't work. [ Reply | More
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Lice like clean hair. A drop of garlic extract after washing will keep them away. The smell goes away very quickly. This was recommended by a Lice removal expert. [ Reply | More
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where do I buy this? [ Reply | More
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Also, when you do wash it (like once a week, tops) comb the conditioner through with a fine tooth comb. I use odorless garlic capsules, pretty sure I got them at a vitamin store. [ Reply | More
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I tried to comb my dc out my self then second guessed myself and had her over any way. good thing, because I missed like half but its so expensive. so I appreciate your advice. I will try it [ Reply | More
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What kind of comb are you using? As mentioned above the plastic combs in the shampoo kits you get at the drugstore don't work--you need a metal lice comb. Licemeister works well. I have mine handy in my medicine cab in case I ever get that call from school again... [ Reply | More
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i have the right comb, got it from school. its just I am tying to figure out how to avoid getting them. It just seems like such bad luck to having to go through it again [ Reply | More
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Try the cetaphil method. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/03/24/the-alternative-medicine-cabinet-cetaphil-for-lice/ [ Reply | More
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[ - ] I love Uranus 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Your anus? [ Reply | More
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I have always wanted to learn more about Uranus [ Reply | More
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You are 13 [ Reply | More
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Yes, very lovable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:59 AM Flag
[ - ] My 43 year old brother is posting on facebook about the importance of purchasing the best gaming console. Meanwhile, he is in the middle of his second divorce, his 4 year old desperately needs IE but he can't be bothered, his extremely bright 16 year old is failing out of school, he borrowed against his already meager 401k to take a vacation, and I am quite certain he has no life insurance provision for his kids. Oh, and he recently got a DUI. Seriously, will he ever grow up? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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It sounds like he is going through a really rough time : ( [ Reply | More
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He brought this on himself. Completely self-absorbed. Has completely alienated himself from our whole family. [ Reply | More
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EI, I meant. [ Reply | More
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Don't be a bitch. I'm sure you are not perfect. [ Reply | More
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I never claimed to be. I don't even speak to him. I am just disappointed that he hasn't stepped up to his potential, or at the very least, put his kids first. [ Reply | More
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Yeah, but I bet op is smart enough to think borrowing from 401 k to fund vacation is fucking stupid. [ Reply | More
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Yes. He's just setting himself and his kids up for ruin. It's really hard to watch. I know he'll be on my parents' doorstep soon enough to ask for their help when all the chips fall, even after he's treated them like shit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:40 AM Flag
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She's not being a bitch, she's being a sensible adult with a sense of responsibility to her nieces/nephews. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:50 AM Flag
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Ugh... I have a friend whose brother spends all his free time playing games on his computer. I went to a birthday at his house and he gave me a 45 minute tour through the game. I still don't get the point and it seems totally boring. He has amassed like 19MM in "gold pieces" and has lots of "attributes" I think he called them, which is either weapons or alter egos that help the player. He also had lots of "strength" and "skills" in the game, represented by little pictures. Wouldn't that be nice if he had all that stuff IRL? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:06 AM Flag
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Yes! Those video games are going to come in super handy when he goes to pay his mortgage. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:13 AM Flag
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One of his problems is that he has no mortgage or any incentive to work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:40 AM Flag
[ - ] Progressive schools in NYC (K-8 or ongoing) that have the biggest endowments? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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who cares. Will that influence your choice for your child? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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probably dalton or fieldston [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:30 AM Flag
[ - ] where can I post for an available part-time nanny for free? didn't UB used to have an area to post? tia 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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craigslist [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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are there any other places to post? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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where is UB's posting area - gone? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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Not here for the last 3 bye are at the very least [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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I don't think you would want a nanny who works for free [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:37 AM Flag
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I think OP wants to do the POST for free, and then pay the resulting nanny money [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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You're quick [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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How much does she charge? I am looking. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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Why not sign up for care.com or sittercity.com? These sites provide a real service and are not that expensive. I have been using care.com and found an outstanding part-time nanny. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:38 AM Flag
[ - ] Which Brooklyn school(not including BSI) has the best GT program? Thanks 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.18.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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What a stupid question! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:35 AM Flag
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Why is it a stupid question? I'd want to know too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:50 AM Flag
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District 22 - PS193 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:12 AM Flag
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The best schools in Brooklyn are strong gen eds that don't have G&T [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:35 AM Flag
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yes, succesfull Gen Eds shut down the G&T so they don't have to take kids from outside the zone/neighborhood. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:38 AM Flag
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yes I know spelling [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 03:38 AM Flag
[ - ] So UWSA seems to be our best option right now after getting shut out of G&T, but we're on the waitlist. Does everyone who wants a spot usually get a spot? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:27 AM Flag
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yes, keep the faith. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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Yes, that is what I hear happens. Hang in there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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Thanks for the positive responses! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:55 AM Flag
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Still trying to decide between g&t 165 and UWSA .. Give me some time, may be you going to get my spot! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:09 AM Flag
[ - ] Ugh, just had the worst subway experience ever. I'm pretty pregnant (very visibly showing). I walked onto a subway (not too crowded but no seats) and stood there pretty comfortably but it would have been nice to rest in a seat. No one got up and when a woman finally got up she scoffed because there was a man that kind of glanced up and back down and didn't move. She proceeded to start yelling at him for not getting up and he bit back "Why the hell do I have to stand up...she got herself into this?" WTF, seriously? What is wrong with people? 37 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:23 AM Flag
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Everyone is angry. And tired. Angry and tired. America. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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I found when I was pregnant that a very sweet, very polite, "Could I possibly sit there just for a stop or two? I'd really appreciate it" went a long way. I'd be willing to be that 99 percent of the time, people just aren't sure you're pregnant and don't want to risk offending you. Most people really want to do the right thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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This, I stopped offering my seat to pregnant looking women after an incident with a fat woman [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 04:52 AM Flag
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Where are you from? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:11 AM Flag
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America [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 04:31 AM Flag
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Good grief. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:25 AM Flag
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I agree with him, although I do not condone his outburst. He may have medical conditions himself that are not obvious to you. If you REALLY need a seat, you can ask around and someone who doesn't mind will get up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:21 AM Flag
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As I said, I didn't provoke him, the lady who ended up getting up told him off (not blaming her, it was very nice that she got up for me). I completely understand but come on. You don't say these things to people! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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+1 that the man had a mental condition, or a really bad day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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Yeah, same with that lady [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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NP: I'm offended at the expectation that men should do the standing up if standing up is required. That woman is not an arbiter kindness and manners either. She waited till no one else got up to (grudgingly) offer you her seat. Real kindness and courtesy doesn't do that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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THIS [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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Men are the ones who make women pregnant... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:06 AM Flag
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Lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 04:39 AM Flag
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I have to say that was the MOST annoying thing about beig pregnant. I never gave a shit about sitting but someone else always cared for me and made a scene. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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Ugh, am sorry OP! This happened to me a lot because I looked chubby as I gained weight everywhere and not my belly until the 8th month and by then I wasn't working. I agree, I think more people should be aware of who gets on and off. I ALWAYS offer my seat to a pregnant, handicap (or someone with a cane or cast) or elderly person and don't make others sitting near me feel guilty - it was really the lady with the problem [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:30 AM Flag
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So much anger. Sorry OP. I hate NY sometimes. Was in the south this weekend and everyone was so polite. It made me long for a change. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:34 AM Flag
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People in the South are polite to your face but eviscerate you behind your back. Signed, wife of a Southerner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:33 AM Flag
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but they would still give a seat to a pregnant woman. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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Unless she was black [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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I realize this but It's better than being so rude in random interactions. Not looking for lifelong friends just a smile and a hello (not a grunt) is enough of an improvement. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:44 AM Flag
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Well, New Yorkers are rude to your face and also eviscerate you behind your back, so...lesser of two evils? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:53 AM Flag
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The lady sounds like a shrew. She should have gotten up if your standing bothered her so much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:28 AM Flag
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Was he black? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:36 AM Flag
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I am sorry that sounds awful! That guy should of got up and let you sit down. I saw an elderly guy get on the train with a neck brace and no one got up. I ask the person if they would like me to get them a seat and have done so on several occasions. Usually I say it loud enough so others hear and I don't have to ask directly but if they don't I ask directly. Sometimes the person says it's okay but watching a grown man sit there and play Angry Birds on his phone while a pregnant lady is trying to find her balance while the train is moving is crazy. And that guy should of been ashamed at his lack of home training. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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"Should have gotten up," not "Should of got up." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:46 AM Flag
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NP- Does that make you feel better? You sound like the guy on the train. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:11 AM Flag
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Guy should not have gotten up , the lady who wanted to give up her seat should have gotten up and that is that, she has no right to tell someone else to stand so that she can sit her as down comfortably. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:14 AM Flag
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I am very visibly pg and have very low expectations about anyone giving me a seat, so I always avoid rush hour, take buses or local trains. But I will knock you out of my way if you are trying to get to the open seat before me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:39 AM Flag
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Only the elderly and handicapped are obligated to be given seats. Pregnant women are not part of that list. -signed, pregnant twice and I didn't expect others to give up their seats for me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:53 AM Flag
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This is true, but if she needs a seat she should by all means ask. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:58 AM Flag
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that really sucks. truthfully as a guy i'm never 100% sure if she is pregnant or just fat, and seriously i'd rather keep my eyes pointed towards the floor than stand up and offend some fatass. i can't remember the last time this happened; its not like this is a common thing but it's hard for guys to tell if somebody's pg unless its like seriously 9 mos. fwiw my wife is 8 mos pg and nobody stands for her either. makes me mad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:49 AM Flag
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This. Cos no one wants to be chewed out by some 200lb underclass. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:58 AM Flag
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np. Just get up and don't say anything about pregnancy. Some fatass? Really? You're such a prize. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 01:59 AM Flag
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try being a dude and asking a fatass if she wants your seat. be prepared to get kicked in the nuts or at the very least, ruin someone's day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:43 AM Flag
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haha. was once offered a seat @ 9 mos preg and someone else ran for it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.13, 02:37 AM Flag
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