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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Dec 31 (0)
  • I suspect my 4yo dd may have ADHD - Christina in OR 0:42 Jan 1 (3)
  • My ds has had four mouth ulcers this month. I have some good medicine to put on them but what - Molly 0:04 Jan 1 (3)
  • Happy New Year! - Stephanie in FL 0:02 Jan 1 (4)
  • maybe moving to Philadephia..... - KB 23:30 Dec 31 (0)
  • Thanks to all who recommended Lagaan several bards back - I just watched it and enjoyed it immensely!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! nt - JFS in IL 23:22 Dec 31 (0)
  • Could training animals count as science? - AnnieN 22:45 Dec 31 (2)
  • Happy new year everyone. We have cracked open the dom and will be putting ds to bed soon. I appreciate each and every one of you! nm - Robin in ca 22:41 Dec 31 (0)
  • Dan's surgery is over; update (m) - Ria 22:27 Dec 31 (8)
  • I have some free time to declutter. Motivate me! - Carol in Cal. 22:22 Dec 31 (4)
  • Can't stop crying - Disapointed Mom 21:50 Dec 31 (65)
  • KatherineB inTX,I was reading that you said that you went cold turkey on coffee because of migraines.How were you able to find out that caffine was triggering them?... - Tracey in Ca 21:38 Dec 31 (5)
  • Bread machines... - Marsha 21:10 Dec 31 (4)
  • Got time on my hands...hockey on tv, kids in bed, nowhere to go...so what are your favorite internet sites? blogs or other hs related? thanks!nt. - Alex in Canada 21:07 Dec 31 (1)
  • would you let a 6 yo and a 3 yo watch The Incredibles? I say no, dh says I'm too cautious. nt - ELaurie 20:59 Dec 31 (14)
  • I just have to say, these Narnia Happy Meal toys are probably the coolest kids' meal toys I've ever seen... I just *love* the little pop-up scenes! nt - abbeyej 20:43 Dec 31 (1)
  • Last night we had our first mouse in the house. It was so cute! :o) . . . - Suzanne in ABQ 20:07 Dec 31 (5)
  • 4+ hours and counting - just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year!! (nt) - NYSue (whose getting ready to snuggle with the kids and watch a movie :)) 19:45 Dec 31 (2)
  • Oh my goodness. I am reading "Teaching the Trivium" by the Bluedorns and it is incredible! Wow. nt - Tracy in Ky 19:35 Dec 31 (15)
  • Colleen--re; prices of dental cleanings - Patty in WA 19:29 Dec 31 (0)
  • Just read disturbing infor. on Paster John Hagee's past... - kaci 19:28 Dec 31 (11)
  • At what age do you start letting your kids cook, for instance pancakes, scramble eggs, easy stuff like that? - braseltonmomof3 18:52 Dec 31 (8)
  • DS wants to know what other 12 year olds got for Christmas? nt - lynn 18:34 Dec 31 (16)
  • How would you feel about this? DD is "gifted" but you feel she isn't? - Lisa 18:32 Dec 31 (13)
  • Is this an LD? inability to use language descriptive of math and grammar concepts? - AnnieN 18:16 Dec 31 (3)
  • Oh Elizabeth and GVA - can you share what you eat each day when you get a spare minute? I know both - KEA 17:45 Dec 31 (2)
  • If I'm making the cinnamon rolls tonight for tomorrow morning, can I make the dough in my bread machine? (m) - DB in NJ 17:23 Dec 31 (2)
  • I know this was posted before, but I wasn't paying attention. Can I use regular laundry soap in my front loader or do I need to purchase special soap? Also would love to hear from those who have one and use cloth diapers nt - Quiver0f10 16:42 Dec 31 (15)
  • Happy New Year to my favorite group of Homeschoolers - HollyAL 16:39 Dec 31 (0)
  • Dan's spinal surgery update - good news - Ria 16:26 Dec 31 (11)
  • Anyone have any thoughts or experience with "Lean Source?" - Lisa 16:26 Dec 31 (0)
  • Any ideas for planning a 70th birthday surprise party for my dad. Need clever and inexpensive ideas for theme, decorations, invitations, etc. TIA. nt - Amy in PA 16:23 Dec 31 (2)
  • Anybody care to share some motivational quotes as we head into the new year? sm - Pster 16:02 Dec 31 (3)
  • Does anyone have a good bagel recipe? - Jennifer (Good Witch of the West) 15:56 Dec 31 (2)
  • For those of you with a number of children, at different levels and needing different attention, how do you schedule your day? - Laurie4b 15:28 Dec 31 (20)
  • Anyone been there, done that, got the "teeth" shirt for nursing while teething. - lynn 15:20 Dec 31 (14)
  • FYI: Postage stamps increase .02 to .39 on January 8, 2006 - not sure if any other types of mailings are increasing (nt) - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 15:15 Dec 31 (3)
  • So are eggs good for you now or bad? - Belle 15:05 Dec 31 (16)
  • I need a homeschool conference weekend getaway... - Mom2-3 14:48 Dec 31 (2)
  • Need Latin recommendations.... - Tracey in OR 14:46 Dec 31 (2)
  • My exchange with dh....(m) - Lisa in Ft. Lauderdale 14:44 Dec 31 (1)
  • Is it impossible to look chic, while wearing casual, comfortable and cruelty-free clothes? (m) - Linda (CT) 14:40 Dec 31 (13)
  • A bought myself a New Year's gift today- a treadmill! Now to actually use it lol nt - Quiver0f10 14:24 Dec 31 (5)
  • Anyone GLUE the larger playmobil sets together? - Ottakee 14:18 Dec 31 (3)
  • How do you do hs with a 19 mth dd around? Looking for some ideas on keeping her busy for more than - Alex in Canada 14:12 Dec 31 (8)
  • Cold turkey or easing into it for giving up caffeine and sugar!?! If your answer is cold turkey, what are your best tips for doing so? nm - 4galmom 14:09 Dec 31 (8)
  • Anyone use or know anything about Pimsleur Spanish? - Mel in TX 14:05 Dec 31 (3)
  • Home Ec for boys? . . . - Diana in OR, 14:03 Dec 31 (6)
  • What's your favorite website for art projects - not one with just crafts but one that teaches art? TIA! nt - Molly 14:02 Dec 31 (5)
  • What's the best method for teaching multiplication facts? Any good math websites you know of to supplement math? nt - Molly 14:00 Dec 31 (3)
  • What websites and books would you recommend to someone just beginning their homeschool journey (besides TWTM of course)? nm - 4galmom 13:51 Dec 31 (5)
  • Would you get Jack and Jill or Child Life magazine if your dc are ages 8 and 11? Which is better? I don't want - Molly 13:49 Dec 31 (1)
  • Does anyone plan to eat any type of traditional dish that is supposed to bring good luck for the coming year? nt - Pster 13:45 Dec 31 (12)
  • What's your New Year's resolution? - Linda in CA 13:43 Dec 31 (22)
  • Sprouting acorns - growing Oak trees...any tips on care? - Tabitha 13:31 Dec 31 (0)
  • Prayer request for sister's friend - Stillborn baby...(m) - Tabitha 13:24 Dec 31 (7)
  • Billabong sweatshirt - OKCyndi 13:18 Dec 31 (1)
  • Ah!!! New Year's Eve in South Florida. Dd's in the yard, running along the lake in her bathing suit, making mud pies... - Lisa in Ft. Lauderdale 13:08 Dec 31 (7)
  • Anyone know where the saying "Save your pennies for a rainy day" came from? What does rain have to do w/saving or spending money? nt - Laura in GB 13:01 Dec 31 (12)
  • Dermabrasion what is the best that you have found? - braseltonmomof3 12:56 Dec 31 (7)
  • I am having problems with my dd's ballet studio - Melissa (the other one) 12:55 Dec 31 (12)
  • My resolution Only buy homeschooling materials I know we will use - Karen in Maryland 12:53 Dec 31 (2)
  • Thanks to all who responded to my abestos question. We're having the abatement performed on Tuesday morning. NT - Angelia in So. Cal. 12:51 Dec 31 (0)
  • How long can an uncarved cooked turkey hang out in the refrigerator before it goes bad? nt - Julie in KS 12:27 Dec 31 (1)
  • What can I do with chicken and ricotta, or are they mutually exclusive?nt - Virginia Dawn 12:11 Dec 31 (3)
  • Good Beginner Quilting books -- what's your favorite? I need to start with a small project. nt - Dana in OR 12:04 Dec 31 (5)
  • Is there a way to block emails with no sender address or subject? - lovemykids 11:55 Dec 31 (0)
  • Elaine! You're back. Did you get some medicine? - Ria 11:39 Dec 31 (5)
  • Michelle....ballet---thread is buried, so I thought I would answer up here. - Margaret H 11:36 Dec 31 (7)