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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Dec 20 (0)
  • Ds asked, "Which is larger - the great horned owl or the great gray owl?" (nt) - Linksalot 1:40 Dec 21 (0)
  • I also need to ask a dog question from any experienced breeders. - Praisefor3 1:25 Dec 21 (0)
  • I had to google mercurochrome ... (m) - Linksalot 1:14 Dec 21 (1)
  • Any advice - we're getting a 6 week old lab on Friday night... - Amy in AZ 1:02 Dec 21 (1)
  • Re: What would you all recommend for a gas stove/oven??? I need a new one. Any suggestions...Pleassssssssssssssssssssssssssssse. nt - Ranee 0:46 Dec 21 (1)
  • Where do you all find the forums you enjoy? For parenting, HS'ing, community . . . - leslie in tx 0:05 Dec 21 (7)
  • I need Christmas gift ideas for my 3 yod, please... (m) - Erica in PA 23:29 Dec 20 (11)
  • How to use microphone to record audio and burn onto cd? (m) - OhElizabeth 23:24 Dec 20 (0)
  • abbeyej , FYI: I answered your narnia toy question below..nt - Deborah 23:22 Dec 20 (0)
  • Ok, bear with me. ;) Brilliant sweetheart hubby made a webpage with pics of today's ultrasound and the actual ultrasound. (m) - Jessica in AL 23:18 Dec 20 (5)
  • HR 1815, Sect 522 - RhondaM. 23:13 Dec 20 (0)
  • My dd/5 has a new solution for ending war... - d4pw in So.FLA 23:04 Dec 20 (1)
  • The boss and his wife are coming for dinner -- she has SERIOUS diabetes...What can I make (complete menu) that will taste great, be safe for her and impress the heck out of everyone? nt - d4pw in So.FLA 22:52 Dec 20 (1)
  • About introducing yourself post below...let's all tell a bit about ourselves even though we've been around a while. There are many newbies on here recently who probably appreciate the info. I'll go... - NOLAdy 22:46 Dec 20 (30)
  • Which Narnia character are you? - Lisa K 22:43 Dec 20 (18)
  • What can I do to make the two cats stop chewing exclusively on earphone cords and ruining a fifth pail? nt - elleno in FL who is desperate to find a solution to this! 22:40 Dec 20 (5)
  • How do you prevent windburn? more inside - Sarah 22:00 Dec 20 (1)
  • Does anyone have an elliptical trainer? - Sarah 21:57 Dec 20 (3)
  • Bloggers: A quick question.......sm.... - Another Michelle 21:55 Dec 20 (0)
  • Quick: before the New Year! Middle schoolers who take less that 7.5+ hours - AnnieN 21:54 Dec 20 (3)
  • Any ideas on an egg/nut/milk free "crust" for a fruit pizza? (M) - one_l_michele 21:52 Dec 20 (2)
  • Thanks to all who recommended EZSniper --- I WON!!! - Carole in DE 21:50 Dec 20 (0)
  • Please help me decide what to get (re: gifts) - KristineIN 21:45 Dec 20 (2)
  • Needleroozer... please email me.. - frogpond1 21:41 Dec 20 (1)
  • Thanks to all who gave chicken salad recipes. They all sound delicious! Now...what can I serve with this for a nice (not fancy) lunch with a friend? - rsmofga 21:35 Dec 20 (4)
  • I feel a little silly introducing myself now that I've been posting here for a couple months... - 2lilreds in NC 21:24 Dec 20 (9)
  • Please help me with my "no sew" fleece blanket project!!! (m) - 4galmom 21:08 Dec 20 (3)
  • Need ideas for a school room from scratch!!!! - Heather in WI 21:00 Dec 20 (10)
  • for cat in black: book review - HappyHobbitMom 20:55 Dec 20 (0)
  • Suggestions needed for classy gift basket for couple with everything who also watch what they eat nt - HappyHobbitMom 20:45 Dec 20 (9)
  • Martha B. (link to message) - MFS 20:25 Dec 20 (0)
  • For Sara... - Eliana 20:00 Dec 20 (1)
  • Where would I go about buying some Turkish Delight? I'd like some for my ds5 - I don't want to make it! :) nt - trinaw2boys 19:52 Dec 20 (10)
  • any ideas for a "cool electronic gizmo" for about $15 for an almost 18 y.o. ds? - momof10 19:41 Dec 20 (5)
  • My sister and I booked a cruise for us and my mother--Now I'm scheduled for juryy duty 2 days befor - nanik 19:36 Dec 20 (5)
  • A new way we have found to discipline with certain problems (m) - Hope 19:28 Dec 20 (5)
  • Susan's "Why Believe?" post - Carol in Cal. 19:25 Dec 20 (5)
  • Okay, here's the proof of my beliefs, and it's both scientific and intellectual: (m) - JaneAustenFan 19:24 Dec 20 (2)
  • Is there any evidence that shows marijuana as being 'addictive'..... - Tammy 19:22 Dec 20 (5)
  • I was gone for a while and came back to check the discussion regarding my question about believing in the bible given to us by the institution of the Church and the celebration of the birth of Christ also institued by the same institution. I enjoyed the debate and thank you all. This is how we learn more about our faith. (m) - Hope 19:22 Dec 20 (0)
  • PiCO and anyone else w/experience with Bone Marrow procedures (m) - Alexandra 19:19 Dec 20 (7)
  • I had the nicest transaction with an online store ... - Brenda 19:10 Dec 20 (4)
  • I am still dying to know, which one of you put messages inside after putting nt on? - Lisa K 18:59 Dec 20 (12)
  • Need advice about receiving gifts from a family acquaintance - Tabitha 18:54 Dec 20 (7)
  • I got the stomach bug! - Joanne in VA 18:48 Dec 20 (4)
  • Can I borrow a shoulder? - Katydid 18:45 Dec 20 (18)
  • I can't believe I'm asking this...What toys are out so far at McDonalds? nt - Angela in TX 18:32 Dec 20 (14)
  • DianeJM: I made your frozen salad only to.... - Whitney in KY 18:29 Dec 20 (1)
  • Note to Kay and question for Tammy way below in snapping dog thread nt - HappyHobbitMom 18:16 Dec 20 (4)
  • Thanks to all who responded with Jane Austen & other titles. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 18:13 Dec 20 (0)
  • Christian Ladies, I have a ? re:Santa Claus (m) - Wendy 18:11 Dec 20 (9)
  • Christmas related: Teach The Children (Christian content - I love this!) - Tabitha 18:08 Dec 20 (1)
  • Anyone ever ordered one of Gevalia's promotional items? - Steph 18:02 Dec 20 (3)
  • Question about Christmas as a religious holiday - MelissaM 18:01 Dec 20 (16)
  • Way OT: What do you use to clean your toilet bowl? I would prefer some... - elleno in FL 17:57 Dec 20 (18)
  • Curious email but is it bogus?......... - Janie 17:56 Dec 20 (7)
  • Something to laugh about - Lisa K 17:54 Dec 20 (4)
  • Something to laugh about - Lisa K 17:52 Dec 20 (1)
  • Help! Need the recipe using pretzels, kisses and M&M's...look like reindeer...sound familiar?? TIA (nt) - VH in MN 17:49 Dec 20 (3)
  • Spinoff of spot-on gifts: Where are you finding Narnia toys!?!?!? I must be blind! nt - CrunchyMountainMama 17:16 Dec 20 (11)
  • Did anyone else do the Homebasics Free Narnia tickets offer??? - KristineIN 17:14 Dec 20 (1)
  • Can anyone review the book Shadowmancer for me? (more) - Dawn in MI 17:12 Dec 20 (3)
  • Hey! Here's MY pirate name... - Susan Wise Bauer 17:04 Dec 20 (11)
  • Has anyone else had orders messed up from on-line companies? - KristineIN 17:00 Dec 20 (12)
  • Just to celebrate! We had our 12 week ultrasound today. First look at the new baby. :) (m) - Jessica in AL 16:58 Dec 20 (11)
  • I love my OB...re: my post the other day about whether or not to make an 8-hour trip at 8months pg (m) - Teresa in TX 16:55 Dec 20 (2)
  • I need gift ideas for dh... m - RedTartan aka Nicholson 16:51 Dec 20 (3)
  • Please don't block me, sincere question, ( caution re: "troll) - Christine in AL 16:42 Dec 20 (15)
  • Finger Puppet Nativity to print, color, cut out, and enjoy...FREE! - Midwest Momma 16:41 Dec 20 (1)
  • Do you think this quote is unreasonable? (two trees limbed, one stump grinded: $3,000) NT - Old Dominion Heather 16:28 Dec 20 (12)
  • I feel horrible - I just did a very stupid thing.. - NYSue 16:20 Dec 20 (6)
  • Checking in - JGEMom 16:20 Dec 20 (25)
  • Boy, do I miss my DH... - MamaBess 16:18 Dec 20 (3)
  • Best place to buy a kinkaid print? Can spend $200 and already checked ebay. nt - OhElizabeth 16:14 Dec 20 (3)
  • A complaint about public school - Lisa K 16:11 Dec 20 (2)
  • Just got the coolest card! - Jennifer (Good Witch of the West) 16:08 Dec 20 (3)
  • I need books on tape recommendations for a ds6 who only wants to play. I need something that will just hook him immediately. He's bright, but impatient. TIA nt - Kimber 16:07 Dec 20 (3)
  • 6 month old dd has chapped cheeks, what's a safe product I can use? - erinjd 15:59 Dec 20 (9)
  • Can someone explain candle warmers to me? (sm) - Diana in OR 15:51 Dec 20 (4)
  • Whoo-hoo! found me pirate name (m) - Captain Anne Read AKA Audrey 15:46 Dec 20 (1)
  • My 10 yo ds really wants to ride a skateboard. Am I going to regret this and does he need safety equipment? nt thx - Alexandra 15:39 Dec 20 (2)
  • Funny Story!! This morning................. - MsDunny in NC 15:36 Dec 20 (2)
  • Oh I'm so excited! My parents little one-streetlight town (well, maybe a couple more than that) will actually have Narnia at their theater while we're there next week! :-D nt - Jami in MO 15:32 Dec 20 (1)