K-8 General Board

New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jul 14 (0)

Who else is just sittin here "refreshing" over and over. I swear I've never been this desperate. LOL! nt - nancypants 23:14 Jul 14 (2)

Refreshing? No... not me. nt - Kay in Cal 23:15 Jul 14 (1)
- I've never been awake for a board change! LOL! nt - nancypants 23:16 Jul 14 (0)

Just finished rewatching "Gosford Park"... the Prarie Home Companion got me in the mood for a Robert Altman film... - Kay in Cal 23:14 Jul 14 (0)

Natalieclare... thanks for asking. We're doing OK here... still not sure when dh will have surgery... - Kay in Cal 23:06 Jul 14 (0)

Let's see. . . if I pop in the next DVD and watch one more episode of Lost, I'll still be up for the board change. Hmm. . . .decisions. nt - PariSarah in NC 22:28 Jul 14 (1)

So, just how alert do you have to be in the am? Will dh takeover breakfast responsibilities? ooo Or that cunning little mini cook of yours.... - Natalieclare 22:38 Jul 14 (0)

Can I get suggestions for an electronic chess game? Does Game Boy have one? (m) - Kisa in CA 22:19 Jul 14 (0)

Just for fun CAR POLL!! (no not car POOL Mom!) What is your *dream* car? Make, model, year and color? (won't our men be amazed at us if we have an automobile poll?) :^) nt. - nancypants 22:11 Jul 14 (16)

I love my Toyota Sienna, but without kids I'd want an EV1, one of the GM electric cars they pulled off the market... - Kay in Cal 23:09 Jul 14 (1)
- Toyota Sienna is my *now* dream car. :^) nt - nancypants 23:15 Jul 14 (0)
1969 Corevette Stingray T-top Coupe. Black interior. Yellow exterior. This is my dream for when the kids are grown. nt. - Yvette S. 22:29 Jul 14 (0)
Convertible Beetle. Red. nt - PariSarah in NC 22:27 Jul 14 (0)
Sans kids--either my mother's old 71 Mustang Grande or a 69' Mustang Convertible --factory stock. Now--anything that gets me through the flooding :) but I really like the mini-cooper's and mini-suv's.. nt - ToniCW 22:23 Jul 14 (1)
- ROFL - I used to drive a '71 Mustang in high school. Fastest car I've ever owned. nt - Dana in OR 23:09 Jul 14 (0)
When I point and say, "That one!", my dh tells me it is a burnt orange Nissan 350 Z, convertible. - Natalieclare, in auto-oblivion, who had to ask her dh what the name was 22:23 Jul 14 (0)
I'd like to have a mini cooper just for me.Bright blue or red. :-) - Virginia Dawn 22:17 Jul 14 (2)
- That ties with my first choice! I love mini-Coopers! nt - nancypants 22:18 Jul 14 (0)
- Ah, yes, that's my THIRD choice. Blue. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 22:18 Jul 14 (0)
Mazda Miata or an Infiniti G Coupe nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 22:16 Jul 14 (0)
I have my dream car, it is a 1964 1/2 Mustang convertible. - Ann 22:15 Jul 14 (1)
- My Daddy has that car! Poppy red! nt - nancypants 22:17 Jul 14 (0)
Oops. I meant post-kids or sans kids! ;^) nt - nancypants 22:14 Jul 14 (0)
Mine: Would you believe my post-kids dream car is a 1967 Mustang Fastback, Red with white racing stripes... (picture link) - nancypants 22:14 Jul 14 (0)
I'd really like a Toyota Sienna or a Honda Odyssey. Color? Blue would be nice. (nt) - Wendi 22:12 Jul 14 (0)

Two questions: one about scheduling English, the other about finding a nice journal for copywork. Help! - Wendi 22:10 Jul 14 (1)

Question 2 -- link - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 22:14 Jul 14 (0)

well, I'm not staying up for the board flip --going to some Homeschool Leadership conference tomorrow. it has an "aloha" theme --where's my grass skirt?? nt - Peek a Boo -who really wants a luau party, lol 22:00 Jul 14 (1)

Surely you could whip up a cute top with some coconuts! ;>) nt - Natalieclare 22:24 Jul 14 (0)

Can I just say that I am really BORED, should really go to bed, but just don't want to. nt - Unicorn 21:51 Jul 14 (0)

Suzanne in ABQ: I got it! I won the auction!... - Jeanne in Mn 21:40 Jul 14 (5)

Hooray! I bet that poor lady is still wondering how she got 370 hits and only one bid! Heehee. :o) Now, I hope the transaction goes smoothly. . . - Suzanne in ABQ 22:09 Jul 14 (0)
Congrats!! And, Suzanne.... - Carrie in WA 22:02 Jul 14 (3)
- The blankie: - Carrie in WA 22:27 Jul 14 (0)
- Yes, describe it, please. Someone here is bound to dig it up somewhere! :o) (I was just lucky) . . . - Suzanne in ABQ 22:14 Jul 14 (0)
- OOh, a worth quest, fair lady. Describe yon blankie. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 22:09 Jul 14 (0)

Wah! I'm going to miss the board flip. I have to go to bed - we all have to be up very early tomorrow. Wish us luck - we're really not a morning family. nt - Amy in Orlando 21:32 Jul 14 (1)

What the...? YOU are going to bed NOW, Amy? I am all astonishment! (nt) - Colleen 21:46 Jul 14 (0)

At what point does a WTM poster seem like an advice parasite? Have I reached it yet? I have a question which I'm chewing on, and I think, "The hive will know!" In my defense, I do try to post responses where I can, but I think I'm taking more than I'm giving. Here's the key: Do you guys feel like givers or takers? :) nt - OKCyndi 21:31 Jul 14 (5)

I'm the gift that keeps on giving...like it or not. HA! Just couldn't resist that. But seriously, I agree with Amy and Pam. It all balances out in the end. (nt) - Colleen 21:50 Jul 14 (0)
Hmm, I actually have the opposite image of you. Definitely a giver. BUT... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:37 Jul 14 (1)
- Fine, if you want to put it THAT way--ITA. nt - Unicorn 21:40 Jul 14 (0)
1st. I would not consider You an advice parasite. 2. both/neither ( I llook at this board as daily get together of friends/moms sharing advice) 3. Could Cheez have been out in the weeds anywhere, like near bull nettle? nt - Unicorn 21:36 Jul 14 (0)
I'm really going to bed after this. I think the give and take goes in cycles, just like life. Sometimes you need more form the hive than you can give. Other times, it's the other way around. nt - Amy in Orlando 21:33 Jul 14 (0)

Please tell me that Cheese Whiz doesn't have shingles.........amateur doctors needed, please! m - OKCyndi 21:27 Jul 14 (3)

Sounds like when my dad has shingles. His don't always ooze. Defintely worth a visit to the dr the sooner they catch shingles the sooner he will feel better.nt - MelissaJ 21:34 Jul 14 (0)
Sorry, it sounds a LOT like shingles. Send him to the dr tomorrow - they can at least help with the pain. (m) - Amy in Orlando 21:30 Jul 14 (0)
Yep, or a plain ol' patch of herpes simplex. Has he had... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:30 Jul 14 (0)

i love that we are sooooo intelligent - we can debate the giving tree. You do realize we are scholars......or at least sociologists....nt - Karen sn 21:03 Jul 14 (1)

I love that you are being such a good sport about this. You know... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:05 Jul 14 (0)

One more question befor eI turn off the computer. How do you make the first day of school special?(m) - MelissaJ 20:49 Jul 14 (15)

Every year I decide I will do something special...and never do. Maybe this year I will put a candybar w/ each book :-) nt - Gigi 21:56 Jul 14 (1)
- However, on the first day of Public School we go to the pool & I make a point about what a nice mom I am. :-) nt - Gigi 21:57 Jul 14 (0)
These answers give me a good idea. We are starting before ps but I think we will go out for a leisurely breakfast the day PS starts just to remind my dc that we CAN! (And I think I'll do that special supplies idea on the day that WE start.) Thanks for the ideas! nt - Praisefor3 21:41 Jul 14 (0)
Since the first day of our school is also the first day of their bowling league that I run for homeschoolers--it becomes school light that day. :) nt - ToniCW 21:18 Jul 14 (3)
- Interrupting to ask about the bowling league - Virginia Dawn 21:29 Jul 14 (2)
  - Sigh... Are you sure you wouldn't rather move to Virginia. :-)nt - Virginia Dawn 21:43 Jul 14 (0)
  - Heck NO!! I run EVERYthing and I prefer parents HANDS OFF!! I am a Level 1 USBC coach, so I coach as well... - ToniCW 21:33 Jul 14 (0)
Last year, at their breakfast plate I had a few special school supplies.... - WTMindy 20:58 Jul 14 (2)
- Same here with the school supplies but they go on a treasure hunt for them. I also take a picture of each of them in front of the growth chart. sm - Lisa in TX 21:28 Jul 14 (0)
- The funny thing is that we actually school year round.... - WTMindy 21:20 Jul 14 (0)
I take a photo (headshot) of each boy outside and then we go to the bakery for donuts. (nt) - Colleen 20:57 Jul 14 (0)
Honestly I just try to make the school part of the day go as smoothly and normally as possible, to set a good precedent for the year. I'm no fun, though (except when it comes to b-day parties. ;) (nt) - Erica in PA 20:56 Jul 14 (0)
We usually go out for breakfast (we never do this) and then come home and start school. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:51 Jul 14 (0)
Skip it? LOL <nt> - Pamela 20:51 Jul 14 (1)
- If I don't turn off the computer and get things plan we may have to skip it. ; ) nt - MelissaJ 21:11 Jul 14 (0)

Effexor - could this anti-dep. make and elderly person act confused?(m) - Alexandra 20:49 Jul 14 (3)

My gpa has had episodes of confusion and it has been anything from meds, to dehydration, low potassium, and too much med, low sugar level... I would definitelt call or see the Dr. !!! nt - JLynn in GA 20:57 Jul 14 (0)
I would definitely call his doctor. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:52 Jul 14 (0)
Don't know about the Effexor, but is he getting enough fluids? Dehydration can cause confusion sometimes. nt - Unicorn 20:52 Jul 14 (0)

HS brag moment - Sherrill in VA 20:44 Jul 14 (1)

It's so nice to hear the "good side" of homeschooling. Sounds like a great trip. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:46 Jul 14 (0)

I am very annoyed with my latest book on tape....the author swallows weird! :-).... - WTMindy 20:41 Jul 14 (21)

you would think an author would realize what their talent is and get a pro to do the narration. nt - Lisa CA 20:46 Jul 14 (0)
Oh man, that would make me insane. Wonder if there are other versions read by other people? (m) - Amy in Orlando 20:45 Jul 14 (19)
- I'm hoping I will get used to him in time, but....so far....not so much! nt - WTMindy 20:49 Jul 14 (0)
- So are you saying we can turn this into a controversial discussion? ;-) (nt) - Colleen, who doesn't "do" books on tape 20:46 Jul 14 (17)
  - LOL - I never used to "do" books on tape, but I'm a convert (and we all know converts are crazy lol), so, yes,I'll make this controversial if you like. 8) nt - Amy in Orlando 20:50 Jul 14 (0)
  - I just can't understand why some people don't listen to books on tape. It seems so simple to me.... - WTMindy 20:47 Jul 14 (2)
    - Why I oughta...! (nt) - Colleen 20:51 Jul 14 (1)
      - LOL!! nt - WTMindy 20:52 Jul 14 (0)
  - Are you a visual learner? nt - Pam "Who listened to the DiVinci Code on tape last weekend" in MD 20:47 Jul 14 (12)
    - So... Whadya think, huh, huh? - Virginia Dawn 20:55 Jul 14 (9)
      - I thought the writing was mediocre, the story was fun to consider, the idea of the divine feminine... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:03 Jul 14 (7)
        
        LOL! - Virginia Dawn 21:16 Jul 14 (6)
        
        And it not be... (BTW, spoilers in this subthread, so don't read it if you care.) nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:23 Jul 14 (5)
        
        Well I thought... - Virginia Dawn 21:40 Jul 14 (3)
        
        Now I have to go back and find your other posts. I had nothing to add before and couldn't understand all the references! (spoilers again) - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:46 Jul 14 (2)
        
        Well I kind of got sidetracked into a discussion of the basics of Christianity, so you are forewarned. - Virginia Dawn 22:08 Jul 14 (1)
        
        Ugh! Ignore all the mistakes in this post. I'm going to bed. nt - Virginia Dawn 22:10 Jul 14 (0)
        
        Not NT at all up there, just force of habit and the late hour had me typing it anyway. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:31 Jul 14 (0)
      - Oh sure, start a controversial topic under *my* name. Who's gonna get the blame?!!?! ... - WTMindy 21:01 Jul 14 (0)
    - Oh, don't get me started on the "visual/kinesthetic/auditory learner" carp!!! (nt) - Colleen 20:49 Jul 14 (1)
      - =O nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:52 Jul 14 (0)

Would you have a gift-free birthday party for your child because many of his/her friends have made that request at their parties? (m) - Erica in PA 20:32 Jul 14 (16)

I have written..."your attendance is the only gift we wish for" that left it open to interpretation..Then for the kids who didn't bring gifts..m - Tap, tap, tap 22:34 Jul 14 (0)
I wouldn't specify, if I were you. But I would be sure to tell my kids - Natalieclare 22:32 Jul 14 (0)
We only signify "no gifts" for baby birthday parties (1 and 2 years old)... - nancypants 21:53 Jul 14 (0)
Oh c'mon, no more opinions? A simple "gifts" or "no gifts" in the subject line will do! :) (nt) - Erica in PA 21:12 Jul 14 (3)
- I think you should just send an old fashioned invite. It's about the kid having fun. Hakuna Matata (sp) nt - Unicorn 21:55 Jul 14 (0)
- I think you should put nothing about gifts.... - WTMindy 21:19 Jul 14 (0)
- Sorry, Erica. How old are they? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:14 Jul 14 (0)
I don't think you should specify. I should add, though, that I'm not a fan of birthday parties. (nt) - Colleen 20:38 Jul 14 (6)
- Did you have bd parties as a child? I didn't, but I *adore* them. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:46 Jul 14 (5)
  - I realize you're asking Colleen, but I feel like answering too... plus it will take up space till the new board arrives.. :) (m) - Erica in PA 20:53 Jul 14 (0)
  - I had a few. Why? (nt) - Colleen 20:52 Jul 14 (3)
    - Just curious. Did you dislike them then, as well? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:56 Jul 14 (2)
      - They were "okay". Not the greatest thing since sliced bread. Are you implying we should do things for our children if we enjoyed (or would've enjoyed) it as a child? (nt) - Colleen 20:59 Jul 14 (1)
        
        Wasn't implying, But I'll stop talking now. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:07 Jul 14 (0)
I agree that it's fun to get b-day gifts. I would just send the invites with no specification either way (m) - Amy in Orlando 20:36 Jul 14 (1)
- LOL, We've also been on the other end of this-- being the *only* guests who seem to honor the no-gifts request-- and that is embarrassing as well. :S (nt) - Erica in PA 20:39 Jul 14 (0)

Ok I have finally buckled down and started planning for the easy one the first grader (m) - MelissaJ 20:32 Jul 14 (5)

Thanks ladies, although I think it may be a little late to save my sanity. After all it is twenty to twelve and instead of sleeping I have books piled around me!nt - MelissaJ 20:43 Jul 14 (0)
Go for it! :-) nt - WTMindy 20:37 Jul 14 (0)
Do whatever works best for you. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:37 Jul 14 (0)
Sounds cool to me. Whatever keeps the teacher sane is the thing to do! (m) - Sherrill in VA 20:35 Jul 14 (1)
- Yep. Sanity is worth preserving. So they tell me. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:38 Jul 14 (0)

Silly poll: What is your favorite kind of pen? - Sherrill in VA 20:25 Jul 14 (28)

whenever we go to America, we stock up on Bic pens - moira 22:53 Jul 14 (0)
Flexgrip fine point by Papermate - Sandy in Indy 22:24 Jul 14 (0)
RSVP by Pentel....nt - Tap, tap, tap 20:52 Jul 14 (0)
OK, I'll take you seriously. :-) I like the Uniball Micro, but I'm a sucker for a good smooth writing pen! :-) nt - WTMindy 20:42 Jul 14 (9)
- It's my favorite too! nt - Kay in Cal 23:01 Jul 14 (0)
- Me too--I *** LOVE*** Uniball Micro and have been known to search for weeks to find a store that sells them in large enough quantities for me to drive to buy them. Could *thi s* be what's wrong with me? ;o) nt - Carrie in WA 20:51 Jul 14 (6)
  - Well, if it is, then I'm in trouble too! :-) nt - WTMindy 20:57 Jul 14 (0)
  - Well, if it is, then I'm in trouble too! :-) nt - WTMindy 20:57 Jul 14 (0)
  - Sadly, no. This ain't it, either. *running -- FAST!* nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:53 Jul 14 (3)
    - Well... shoot. Now I'll be tossing and turning... ;o) nt - Carrie in WA 21:41 Jul 14 (2)
      - Bingo! You got it! Lack of sleep and real rest. THAT's your problem. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:49 Jul 14 (1)
        
        Well, duh. Don't know why I didn't think of that. Wait, it's because I'm tired! Bwahaha..... Sigh. I'll stop now. :o) nt - Carrie in WA 22:06 Jul 14 (0)
- THANK you. I appreciate it! I thought it was a better thread than worship music wars or spanking! (nt - Sherrill in VA 20:46 Jul 14 (0)
One that works! nt - Karen sn 20:35 Jul 14 (0)
U of...? Sean...? Hey, this leads me to ask, has anyone yet seen "Wordplay"? (nt) - Colleen 20:32 Jul 14 (5)
- Um no, what is Wordplay? Sounds like something I'd like. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:38 Jul 14 (4)
  - A documentary about crossword puzzle enthusiasts! Spotlights Will Shortz (NY Times puzzle editor) with snippets of crossword fanatics such as Bill Clinton, Jon Stewart, and the Indigo Girls. Should be fun (for those of us who, well, enjoy "wordplay"!) (nt) - Colleen 20:42 Jul 14 (3)
    - Adding this to my Netflix! Sounds great to me. Thanks. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:48 Jul 14 (2)
      - It's just out in theaters, btw. (nt) - Colleen 20:52 Jul 14 (1)
        
        I' m so "up" on things. LOL I'll wait until it hits the $ theater. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:56 Jul 14 (0)
Pig. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:26 Jul 14 (7)
- Pardon? nt - Sherrill in VA 20:27 Jul 14 (6)
  - Pig Pen. My favorite pen. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:28 Jul 14 (5)
    - LOL! OK, I'm slow, but I get it now! (m) - Sherrill in VA 20:29 Jul 14 (3)
      - Oh my, I"m not the only one with a "hate" list? Mine tends to be filled with words I hate, but I can see having comic characters. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:31 Jul 14 (0)
      - Oh come ON! How can you not ADORE Pig Pen? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:30 Jul 14 (1)
        
        Oh, I meant the mess, not Charlie Brown's friend. Well, he's a "cool and fruity dude who always knows where his towel [blanket] is," but . . . - Sherrill in VA 20:33 Jul 14 (0)
    - I shouldn't encourage you, but ROFL. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:29 Jul 14 (0)

Silly poll - what will you be doing at 60? - Amy in Orlando 20:25 Jul 14 (21)

that is not too far off - moira 22:55 Jul 14 (0)
Working at a job I love. :^) (L&D nurse is my aim "some day"). And being a Grandma! nt - nancypants 21:56 Jul 14 (0)
I will tell you in four years. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:48 Jul 14 (2)
- No way!!!!!!! Have you been saving up for your jet ski? nt - Amy in Orlando 20:54 Jul 14 (1)
  - No, you goof. I mean, I have no idea what I will be doing then, but perhaps in four years, I'll have a clue. *g* nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:27 Jul 14 (0)
Perfecting my homeschool methods and techniques. Finally! :) NT - kbm 20:34 Jul 14 (0)
Believe it or not (and I have a hard time believing it myself sometimes)... Homeschooling my last one in her senior year. nt - Praisefor3 20:31 Jul 14 (5)
- Ha! I'll be doin' that at 64!! - nt - Laurel in CA 21:32 Jul 14 (1)
  - Well I'll actually be 61 when she graduates so it looks like we'll be hanging out here together for a long time to come! :) Surely by then our message board will all be done by halogram! nt - Praisefor3 21:46 Jul 14 (0)
- NO! I just thought you were in your late 30's! m - Karen sn 20:51 Jul 14 (1)
  - My middle one is finally old enough to be catching on that Mama's birthday cake has said "36" for quite a few years now! I am banking on all the comments I have received that this last surprise baby will keep me young! nt - Praisefor3 21:25 Jul 14 (0)
- So you'll definitely be a "fun" 60. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:33 Jul 14 (0)
I just hope I survive that long, and can still walk, feed myself, and won't be in diapers and drooling. nt - Unicorn 20:28 Jul 14 (5)
- I said 60, not 90!!!!! nt - Amy in Orlando 20:30 Jul 14 (4)
  - Yes I know. But you haven't met my dc. I don't think I'll make 90! nt - Unicorn 20:45 Jul 14 (2)
    - LOLOL. They can't be that bad. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:55 Jul 14 (1)
      - ROFLOL!! Ummm, Ok, would you like to babysit? big evil uh innocent Grin! :-) nt - Unicorn 21:11 Jul 14 (0)
  - I read this 5 minutes ago and I am still ROFL. :-) - May in WA 20:36 Jul 14 (0)
Swimming with sharks writing in my journal.....m - Karen sn 20:27 Jul 14 (1)
- Hang in there, Karen!!!! There really is a God. 8) nt - Amy in Orlando 20:28 Jul 14 (0)
Helping DD shop for HS curriculum! (m) - Sherrill in VA 20:26 Jul 14 (0)

What is going on in Phoenix? I saw something about a serial killer?? nt - Unicorn 20:23 Jul 14 (1)

I heard about that. I`d like to know too. nt - Tracey 20:29 Jul 14 (0)

Hey, maybe Karen sn will forgive me. How many of you 1) Love The Giving Tree, 2) Hate The Giving Tree, 3) Have no opinion about The Giving Tree, 4) Secretly wish you had a Giving Tree? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:22 Jul 14 (46)

2. Really. My MIL loves it. nt - Kay in Cal 23:01 Jul 14 (0)
Indifferent. But you know what book I hate (wind up your arms with tomatoes in hand), "Love You Forever". I hate it. Plech. (sm if you wanna know why)... - nancypants 22:01 Jul 14 (2)
- Oh, Nancypants, that is hilarious... - Dawn E 22:10 Jul 14 (0)
- LOL - I love it, but (m) - Stephanie not in TX 22:06 Jul 14 (0)
Hate it. nt - Kristine out of lurking 21:53 Jul 14 (0)
Love it. nt - Dawn E 21:47 Jul 14 (4)
- Who has read, "The Missing Piece"? m - Dawn E 22:04 Jul 14 (3)
  - Oh, I have that book. It's on the shelf next to TGT and Where the Sidewalk Ends. I'll re-read it on your recommend. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 22:22 Jul 14 (2)
    - Off the topic question for you , Pam... - Dawn E 22:29 Jul 14 (1)
      - I don't. I'm much too insecure. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 23:02 Jul 14 (0)
Hate it! - Jeanne in Mn 21:33 Jul 14 (0)
hate it. my son got it as a gift. it mysteriously 'disappeared' from the house. nt - Deidre in GA 20:58 Jul 14 (0)
I absolutely hate it! nt - Hana 20:58 Jul 14 (0)
You DO realize that I have to go read the Da*n thing now, just to see what the fuss is about! Thanks. nt - Unicorn 20:49 Jul 14 (0)
2, although "hate" is a rather insipid word to describe my feelings. I cried when I read it, because I was so angry with it. nt - PariSarah in NC 20:48 Jul 14 (4)
- Yes. It is very painful. nt - Karen sn 20:55 Jul 14 (0)
- And, yes, it's TOTALLY because I first read it as an adult. I was reading it to ds, and just LOST it. - PariSarah in NC 20:54 Jul 14 (2)
  - Exact same experience here nt - Stephanie not in TX 22:04 Jul 14 (0)
  - Yes. The tree is so beautiful. I love the pictures. I have always loved trees. nt - Karen sn 20:59 Jul 14 (0)
Hate it, just HATE it. Let me count the ways... - Carol in Cal. 20:43 Jul 14 (1)
- Can I ask at what age did you read it? m - Karen sn 20:47 Jul 14 (0)
#5 have to google to figure out what you all are talking about :) nt - Lisa CA (clueless as always) 20:37 Jul 14 (8)
- Just read on Amazon... - Lisa CA 20:40 Jul 14 (7)
  - Yes....maybe because I fell in love with the tree as a child - it affects me differently. As an adult - I hate the boy and scorn the story. I wonder if it depends on the age you were introduced to the book. nt - Karen sn 20:45 Jul 14 (6)
    - I'll bet you're right. Read it as an adult the first time. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:51 Jul 14 (0)
    - :) Yes, I think it does make a diff. Do you think little ones get it as take and take or poor tree....hmmm nt - Lisa CA 20:49 Jul 14 (4)
      - I thought ......"wow, the tree really loves the boy." Kindof like Jesus. nt - Karen sn 20:57 Jul 14 (3)
        
        Except that there's no redemption. No enlightenment that would enoble the sacrifice. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:25 Jul 14 (2)
        
        Just hit me------I wonder if we're supposed to look at the book in our hands and realize, "Huh. *This* used to be a tree..." nt - Carrie in WA 21:44 Jul 14 (1)
        
        You think? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 21:47 Jul 14 (0)
Hate it! NT - kbm 20:35 Jul 14 (0)
But ya'll *are* the giving tree. And if we are lucky - are mamas are *our*giving tree. It is sad and horrible and so I know wghat ya'll mean. But I love it inspite of it's sadness - Just beacuse it's truth. nt - Karen sn........and I love you guys. 20:34 Jul 14 (5)
- Aww. I know what you mean. Still stickin' with A,though. (Do you forgive me?? *pleasepleaseplease*) *g* nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:41 Jul 14 (1)
  - GIRLLLLLLLL.....you'd have to be really MEAN to ever need my forgiveness! nt - Karen sn 20:49 Jul 14 (0)
- That's funny... I see selfishness... - kbm 20:38 Jul 14 (1)
  - I wholeheartedly agree. nt. - Hana 20:59 Jul 14 (0)
- uhhhh....that's OUR mamas! nt - Karen sn 20:36 Jul 14 (0)
2. Thank goodness..... I thought there was something wrong with me!! nt - Carrie in WA 20:29 Jul 14 (4)
- NO! That's why I said no flames in my earlier post - Because I see the other side. You are completely right. But that is what makes me love it more. And whenever they kill the trees - I think I am more semsitive to that - BECAUSE of this book. I totally agree with you - but it affects me a different way. Does that make any sense at all? Yiou kind of remind me right now of my best friend - same feelings - different perspective ......nt - Karen sn 20:42 Jul 14 (0)
- Of *course* there's something wrong with you, dearheart, that's why we let you play with us. This just isn't *it*. ;-) (nt) - Colleen 20:37 Jul 14 (2)
  - LOL!! I always wanted to kick that kid for taking, taking, taking, from the poor tree. Made me think he worked for Weyerhauser or sumthin'. nt (and thanks for letting me play...... big grins.) - Carrie in WA 20:42 Jul 14 (0)
  - ROFL! nt - Amy in Orlando 20:40 Jul 14 (0)
Hate it. Same with Rainbow Fish or whatever that book is called. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:27 Jul 14 (1)
- Oooh, and the Quiltmaker's Gift. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:29 Jul 14 (0)
3- Haven't read that one yet (ducking) We have a couple of the other ones, I like them. nt - Unicorn 20:26 Jul 14 (0)
2 nt - Pam "Sister Flaming Sword of Moderation" in MD 20:23 Jul 14 (0)

I can't believe the board is going to flip already tonight. Ok, so what controversial topic should we discuss? - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:04 Jul 14 (23)

How about when parents don't agree on the homeschooling method for their kids?? :) - kbm 20:41 Jul 14 (2)
- Ughh I would hate to have to deal with this. Have you asked him WHY? (m) - Amy in Orlando 20:59 Jul 14 (1)
  - No particular reason... - kbm 21:20 Jul 14 (0)
Let's see...you probably don't want to touch "Tribal Sovereignty and Constitutionality (or Lack Thereof)"....hmm...nursing, spanking, toilet paper positioning...(m) - Colleen 20:29 Jul 14 (8)
- I read an interesting piece lately........ - Carrie in WA 20:39 Jul 14 (1)
  - Yes! I'm brilliant! Oh, but, if this is the case, then my high school calculus teacher is a genius, too. Blah! (nt) - Colleen 20:45 Jul 14 (0)
- Oh, sweet woman, I was just every so gently yanking your chain! *g* - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:33 Jul 14 (0)
- Ooh, Ooh, toilet paper positioning. Now THAT's something I want to fight about! (nt) - Sherrill in VA 20:31 Jul 14 (4)
  - Over the top is the ONLY way. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:41 Jul 14 (0)
  - I can't believe people fight about that. Why doesn't everyone just do it the RIGHT way and there wouldn't even be a discussion. SHEESH <nt> - Pamela 20:38 Jul 14 (2)
    - Ah, but the question is, *do* people actually fight about it? Or is that in and of itself a myth? Vewy intewesting. (nt) - Colleen 20:48 Jul 14 (1)
      - Oh, so the controversy changes into whether or not there IS a controversy. Well, since you sound like you're on the myth side, I'll take the reality side so we can have a proper heated discussion <nt> - Pamela 20:53 Jul 14 (0)
Let's talk about what a &^%^& my next door neighbor is. - SolaMichella 20:23 Jul 14 (3)
- Dang, girl. Just go bop her on the head. That'll show her. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:23 Jul 14 (2)
  - I did go over and tell her drunk husband to keep her off my property. (m) - SolaMichella 20:53 Jul 14 (1)
    - THAT should go over well with the HOA. Were you thinking a sea monster or crocodiles in it? <nt> - Pamela 20:55 Jul 14 (0)
If it makes you feel better.... - Unicorn 20:14 Jul 14 (1)
- Oh, she'll miss me... eventually! She's going to camp... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:16 Jul 14 (0)
Oh man, I swear I should know by now that free-goof-off-night=board flip. (m) - Amy in Orlando 20:13 Jul 14 (4)
- Yeah, me neither. Goofy is better. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:14 Jul 14 (3)
  - How about a silly poll or two? Trying to think . . . - Sherrill in VA 20:19 Jul 14 (2)
    - Hahahaha! Ok, now THAT was funny.nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:19 Jul 14 (1)
      - Sorry, not original. Monty Python. But thanks! (nt) - Sherrill in VA 20:23 Jul 14 (0)

Why does my brick fireplace stink? - Jenn in Mo 19:59 Jul 14 (3)

Here is another reason or two - Regina in MO 21:09 Jul 14 (0)
Did the previous owners smoke? All the other walls would have been sealed over with paint, but the brick wouldn't be. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:07 Jul 14 (0)
Re: Why does my brick fireplace stink? - Tracey 20:04 Jul 14 (0)

Anyone have an opinion on the Bill Myers chapter books for boys beginning with "My Life as a Smashed Burrito"? - jenn in Mo 19:58 Jul 14 (3)

What reading level? Goofy funny? good for reluctant reader? <nt> - Pamela 20:57 Jul 14 (0)
My 8 yos is reading them and loves them. They are goofy, but with Christian messages (from the few chapters I've read). nt - Christine in Round Rock 20:37 Jul 14 (0)
Yes. It's fluff. My ds has read most of the series, and there's nothing we found objectionable in them. Just fluff. nt - Hillary in KS 20:04 Jul 14 (0)

What kind of snacks can you put cream cheese on. nt - Tracey 19:51 Jul 14 (9)

Wheat Thins...........my favorite....nt - Rachel 21:48 Jul 14 (0)
Cream cheese goes GREAT on - BirkenstockMom 20:22 Jul 14 (0)
Your fingers? I LOVE cream cheese. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:14 Jul 14 (0)
On Melba toast or Rye Crisps with cucumber slices! nt - nancypants 20:01 Jul 14 (0)
You can also top it with salsa and eat it with tortilla chips. nt - BirkenKathy 19:56 Jul 14 (0)
Melt with shredded cheese and chili for a hot taco-chip dip (nt) - KPzz 19:56 Jul 14 (0)
Oh, man! Just about anything! Bagels, celery sticks, toast (and a cup of English Breakfast tea. Yum!) , wheat thins, and triscuits are out favorites. nt - Hillary in KS 19:54 Jul 14 (0)
I love to put it on graham crackers then top it w/ strawberry jam! YUM! nt - RhondaM. 19:54 Jul 14 (1)
- Regular crackers with jalapeno jelly. Ohhhhh. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:55 Jul 14 (0)

Anyone else want to join me in pestering Peace Hill Press to put SWB's talks on CD? (m) - katalaska 19:32 Jul 14 (1)

And Jessie Wise's talks also! I missed two good ones this afternoon... - Rebecca in VA 19:43 Jul 14 (0)

Question about the saving money on food post down below by The Tutor - srjbdl 19:30 Jul 14 (9)

Well, the USDA estimates for *frugal* living are $500 +/- for a family of 4. - PariSarah in NC 20:31 Jul 14 (0)
Have you tried... - Pamela 20:29 Jul 14 (0)
I thought the posts below were discussing cost per week, not per month. ? nt - Mary in VA 20:26 Jul 14 (0)
WOW $125 per month? We could do it, I guess on beans, water and rice (m) - Amy in Orlando 20:16 Jul 14 (0)
Just went shopping in CA... - Lisa CA 20:13 Jul 14 (0)
We've cut back on how much meat we eat. (m) - mjia 20:04 Jul 14 (0)
I don't know about anyone else but we far exceed $125 a month! - nancypants 20:04 Jul 14 (0)
Oh! Yikes! I can't imagine paying that much for milk. It's usually $1.99 per gallon here. (Difference in regional pricing makes a huge difference!) nt. - Whisperlily 19:47 Jul 14 (1)
- WHOA! Where are you- I need to move! 3.99 here and we go through at least a gal a day. nt - Unicorn 20:17 Jul 14 (0)

Parenting is *hard*, and not for wimps. (m) - mama of two-ize 19:19 Jul 14 (5)

I staked (for the first time) my almost 4 yr old today-I think it's going to be a painful, but productive weekend. You are not alone! nt - Jennifer in San Antonio 19:49 Jul 14 (1)
- Hey! If you're posting here you better have updated your blog! Off to check! nt - Renthead Mommy 20:09 Jul 14 (0)
(((Hugs))) I had a taste of this today - ChristyX5 19:40 Jul 14 (0)
You are so right. (m) - Bryan (a mom) 19:28 Jul 14 (0)
(((Janna)))) - Ria 19:23 Jul 14 (0)

Update on candled kid: it's swimmer's ear (sm) - *anj* 19:18 Jul 14 (0)

Does this kids chant/song sound familiar to you? - kbm 19:18 Jul 14 (17)

Aww.... no one knows this. I'm so bummed! Back to google!! I can't have dreamed this up! *laugh* NT - kbm 20:59 Jul 14 (0)
Hmmm...we used to play a game called Colored Eggs that started with knocking at the door...nt - RhondaM. 20:19 Jul 14 (0)
Maybe Walter de la Mare's "Someone"? - abbeyej 19:40 Jul 14 (0)
Was it "Little cottage in the wood, little man by the window stood... - Rebecca in VA 19:29 Jul 14 (10)
- Isn't this Little Bunny Foo-Foo? nt - Amy in Orlando 19:37 Jul 14 (9)
  - I thought it went - mjia 20:07 Jul 14 (0)
  - Different song. He was the one who got three chances for bopping the fieldmice on the head. Whatever happened to him in the end, anyway? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:39 Jul 14 (7)
    - He was turned into a goon! nt - Hillary in KS 19:55 Jul 14 (4)
      - I thought it was an UGLY goon? nt - SolaMichella 20:56 Jul 14 (0)
      - And the moral of the story is: "Hare Today, Goon Tomorrow" (nt) - KPzz 19:57 Jul 14 (1)
        
        Oh, Riiiight! *bops KPzz on the head, hops away* nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:05 Jul 14 (0)
      - Oh, right! nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:56 Jul 14 (0)
    - My mil taught this to my kids. There isn't a day that goes by without them singing this song! lol nt - Christy in OR 19:42 Jul 14 (1)
      - I'm soooo happy you guys knew what I was talking about. I still find this song wildly funny - the kids are over it, but I crack up every time. nt - Amy in Orlando 20:20 Jul 14 (0)
Was it "Behold, behold, I stand at the door and knock, knock, knock"? From Revelation? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:20 Jul 14 (2)
- No, it wasn't religious. It was more like a Girl Scout camping thing to chant/sing around the campfire. NT - kbm 19:21 Jul 14 (1)
  - Then all I can think of is the "Ladybugs Twelve" song from Seseme Street. *g* nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:22 Jul 14 (0)

I'm afraid our house has been *marked*!! - Rebecca in VA 19:15 Jul 14 (10)

Late to say this, but a Magic Eraser would probably at least get it off the curb. HTH. nt - Christine in Round Rock 20:42 Jul 14 (0)
It likely relates to utilities, surveys, or road upgrades. No worries. (nt) - Colleen 20:35 Jul 14 (0)
I would call your local police precinct... - Laurie in SEA 19:25 Jul 14 (1)
- This is what I would do, as well. I hope it's nothing. nt - Amy in Orlando 19:39 Jul 14 (0)
That`s not gang writing. nt - Tracey 19:22 Jul 14 (1)
- ITA, but how very *odd*, huh? nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:25 Jul 14 (0)
I'd be calling the non-emergency line for the sherrif. Ugh. Hugs. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:21 Jul 14 (0)
Do you have an unsecured wireless network? Sometime "chalkers" will mark those. nt - Kay in Cal 19:18 Jul 14 (2)
- That's what Google and I came up with! nt - Bryan (a mom) 19:26 Jul 14 (0)
- No, our computer is dial-up. Verizon did a lot of digging in front of our house last year... - Rebecca in VA 19:20 Jul 14 (0)

FireFly... - Unicorn 19:11 Jul 14 (0)

Need help purchasing a grave marker for my grandparents. - Fourmother 18:57 Jul 14 (3)

The only advice I have is to buy something that you alone can afford... - May in WA 20:28 Jul 14 (0)
Don't buy through the cemetery. (m) - Bryan (a mom) 19:31 Jul 14 (1)
- I second this... - Sandy in Indy 20:37 Jul 14 (0)

Can you re-dye a leather sofa? sm - Pster 18:22 Jul 14 (0)

I found a baby bird in my back yard....what should I do?? - RhondaM. 18:21 Jul 14 (19)

Update: Ok...now my 13 year old just informed me that he fed it mealworms... - RhondaM. 18:38 Jul 14 (18)
- Rhonda, does it have feathers? Or is it all downy? If it has feathers but is young and can't fly... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 18:45 Jul 14 (17)
  - Just reread your first post -- leave it. He needs to figure this out on his own, I think. Keep the dog away for a bit, if possible. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 18:46 Jul 14 (16)
    - No way to keep the dog away except for over night.... - RhondaM. 18:56 Jul 14 (15)
      - Have him read this... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:02 Jul 14 (14)
        
        I just had an idea!....What if we did this... - RhondaM. 19:11 Jul 14 (13)
        
        Sounds really good. He WILL get out again, though... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:18 Jul 14 (12)
        
        But... - RhondaM. 19:23 Jul 14 (11)
        
        Rhonda, I'm not really sure. Their development is in days, though... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:28 Jul 14 (9)
        
        Well.... - RhondaM. 19:40 Jul 14 (8)
        
        Do you think the parents will still be around in the morning if he stays in all night? I'm not sure... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:50 Jul 14 (7)
        
        Didn't think of that... - RhondaM. 19:57 Jul 14 (6)
        
        Pam... - RhondaM. 20:07 Jul 14 (4)
        
        Mama and daddy are close by. I've been there before, and I totally understand how helpless you feel. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:09 Jul 14 (3)
        
        Ok... - RhondaM. 20:13 Jul 14 (2)
        
        Not at all, just tenderhearted. That's a GOOD thing. AND with a tenderhearted son. Hey... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:18 Jul 14 (1)
        
        :-) Thanks Pam. nt - RhondaM. 20:20 Jul 14 (0)
        
        Hugs, Rhonda. You're so wonderful to take care of this little guy. He'll be just fine. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:06 Jul 14 (0)
        
        Also... - RhondaM. 19:26 Jul 14 (0)

Blech! *Two* bad eggplant recipes in a row! Save the rest of my eggplant from a similar fate! - PariSarah in NC 18:17 Jul 14 (10)

It is good peeled, diced and sauteed in olive oil with garlic, diced zuchinni... then add canned diced tomatoes and itlian seasonings and s&p to taste, simmer down till thick and serve over steamed brown rice. nt - Robin in Tx 21:03 Jul 14 (0)
My kids groan no matter how I make eggplant but they eat it anyway... - Virginia Dawn 20:28 Jul 14 (1)
- Sounds great! Thanks! nt - PariSarah in NC 20:43 Jul 14 (0)
Re: Blech! *Two* bad eggplant recipes in a row! Save the rest of my eggplant from a similar fate! - Emily T. 19:47 Jul 14 (1)
- How high is the heat? Sounds great--healthier than the fried version! nt - PariSarah in NC 20:37 Jul 14 (0)
One of my absolute favorite ways to eat eggplant (recipe)... - Anna, who dares you to cook this & say you don't love it! 18:27 Jul 14 (1)
- Well, um, er, that was the recipe we had tonight. *embarassed grin* - PariSarah, blushing in NC 20:36 Jul 14 (0)
You soaking it in saltwater before cooking it? nt - Pam "Sister Flaming Sword of Moderation" in MD 18:19 Jul 14 (2)
- Or - sprinkle it with salt and let it drain in a colander, then lightly rinse. It gets the bitterness out. - - nt - - - Rosemary in Colorado 18:33 Jul 14 (1)
  - No, no--it's not the eggplant itself. It's what it's cooked with. . . - PariSarah in NC 20:41 Jul 14 (0)

A warm thank you to all for the sweet vibes and common concern re. my family's trip - Osmosis Mom 18:09 Jul 14 (8)

I will be praying for your family, too, Nadia. nt - MarthaB 20:18 Jul 14 (0)
Praying for your family Nadia. I too would be a nervous wreck! HUGS! nt - nancypants 20:06 Jul 14 (0)
You are right... - Old Dominion Heather 19:30 Jul 14 (1)
- Thanks, Heather. Sleep tight (they are in air now) nt - Osmosis Mom 19:53 Jul 14 (0)
I'll be looking for your post tomorrow morning. Wishing a safe trip to your family. ((())) nt - Amy in Orlando 19:11 Jul 14 (1)
- Thanks Amy, I'll post tomorrow morning nt - Osmosis Mom 19:53 Jul 14 (0)
Yes, please let us know they're safe! - abbeyej 18:21 Jul 14 (1)
- Re: Yes, please let us know they're safe! - Osmosis Mom 19:58 Jul 14 (0)

I heard this quote last night for the first time and it cracked me up...(m) - Colleen 17:54 Jul 14 (6)

Okay, so which one are you? (nt) - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 18:10 Jul 14 (5)
- Oh, ha ha ha! *g* nt - Pam "Sister Flaming Sword of Moderation" in MD 18:20 Jul 14 (4)
  - Makes me think of this one (sm) - KPzz 19:59 Jul 14 (2)
    - Bwaahahahaha! Thanks for the laugh. : ) (nt) - Colleen 20:21 Jul 14 (0)
    - Oh, and just for YOU, KPzz... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 20:11 Jul 14 (0)
  - Very funny, very funny...you'll appreciate this...(m) - Colleen 18:40 Jul 14 (0)

Is there a list somewhere with questions/topics to address with your doctor? - lovemykids 17:34 Jul 14 (4)

I don't have the link, but Dr. Oz who has been on Oprah has a list like this. . . - BirkenKathy 19:43 Jul 14 (0)
Not sure if this will help, but people here have mentioned Dr. Susan Love's website...(m) - Colleen 17:39 Jul 14 (2)
- Thanks! It reminded me of a couple of things. nt - lovemykids 18:41 Jul 14 (0)
- Oh, the link's in here...(m) - Colleen 17:40 Jul 14 (0)

Can we discuss hamster (or other small animal) cages? - SW in IL 17:30 Jul 14 (4)

One of ours lives in a bird cage (long) - Laura K (NC) 19:28 Jul 14 (0)
Re: Can we discuss hamster (or other small animal) cages? - Dot 18:30 Jul 14 (0)
Habitrail - Cleo Qc 18:10 Jul 14 (0)
I hate to say it but ours ended up in an aquarium home(M) - MelissaJ 17:41 Jul 14 (0)

KathyinNC--up here..getting lost down there.. this is what you want to buy... - ToniCW 17:26 Jul 14 (6)

Thanks! nt. - Kathy in NC 17:57 Jul 14 (5)
- You definitely want to avoid Sims 2. I have it and it is fun for me but it is not for kids (unsupervised kids especially) - Bookworm Mom (formerly Lucky Mom (#2:) 19:58 Jul 14 (3)
  - Umm again, NO. Sims 2 as a stand alone is not bad. Even some of the upgrades like University are along the same lines as the original. - ToniCW 20:05 Jul 14 (2)
    - True...I have all the upgrades (I am a fanatic:) (m) - Bookworm Mom (formerly Lucky Mom (#2) 21:06 Jul 14 (1)
      - Yes, the pairing is a bit more suggestive, but only so as far as..... - toniCW 21:16 Jul 14 (0)
- You definitely want to avoid Sims 2. I have it and it is fun for me but it is not for kids (unsupervised kids especially) - Bookworm Mom (formerly Lucky Mom (#2:) 19:58 Jul 14 (0)

OT: What size bed does a twin daybed w/ a trundle make? I am thinking a King? nt - Sarah 17:12 Jul 14 (5)

I know this one. A twin daybed with a pop-up trundle sort of makes a regular king-size bed. . . - Suzanne in ABQ 19:21 Jul 14 (0)
Two twins make a king and (m) - Bryan (a mom) 19:09 Jul 14 (0)
The only ones I've seen would go together that well... - AnnieN 18:02 Jul 14 (2)
- Yes, King is longer. nt - Midwest Momma 18:03 Jul 14 (1)
  - A California King is longer and narrower, but a regular king size is the same as two regular twins placed side-by-side. (nt) - Suzanne in ABQ 19:22 Jul 14 (0)

It` so hot hear, 114 degrees!! Tomorrow is suppose to be 119 degrees. I can`t wait to move and get out of this extreme heat. nt - Tracey 16:59 Jul 14 (8)

Here, too. (I think 116 is the forecast for tomorrw.) (nt) - Wendi 20:25 Jul 14 (0)
It`s 8 o`clock here and it`s still hot, 113 degrees. nt - Tracey 20:02 Jul 14 (0)
Re:Yes, It's almost unbearable, and I was in Hobby Lobby today, and they were putting out... what else... but Christmas trees! Not to mention all the fall clothing in the stores, you know you gotta dress in a sweater for "back to school!" NOT!! nt - Mom2-3 19:03 Jul 14 (1)
- That`s what they do here in the dept stores.sweaters for fall but the only problem is that it doesn`t cool down here till December.It still in the 90`s in Oct and 80`s in November. nt - Tracey 19:16 Jul 14 (0)
We endured 110 today while running errands for 4 hrs. Forecasting 107 for the weekend. I guess I should be thankful! nt - Kisa in CA 18:49 Jul 14 (0)
Where are you? nt - Robin 17:51 Jul 14 (1)
- Cali. nt - Tracey 19:18 Jul 14 (0)
I do feel petty for thinking our next week's estimated high of 94 was inhumane...I can't even imagine! (nt) - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 17:37 Jul 14 (0)

Jeri, you have email. Thanks for the help! (nt) - Linksalot 16:49 Jul 14 (0)

Really need advice...re: son's circumcision.... - Katydid 16:49 Jul 14 (17)

Re: Really need advice...re: son's circumcision.... - CherylCO 19:56 Jul 14 (0)
Poor baby. If you google this, you might be closer to agreeing with Kelly. - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 19:48 Jul 14 (0)
Hey... you need to be really careful now that she has pulled it back... - Old Dominion Heather 19:34 Jul 14 (0)
My youngest had this as well... he's 2 now, and it looks normal. nt - Kay in Cal 19:16 Jul 14 (0)
My son apparently had this problem, but my peds. never said anything... - Just Me 19:00 Jul 14 (0)
Our ds is 2 1/2 and still sticks.... - Robin in VA 18:38 Jul 14 (1)
- Isn't this funny? - nancypants 20:14 Jul 14 (0)
Wow, I read all the posts. I have 5 boys circumcised and never had any of this...interesting. nt - 5knights3maidens 18:27 Jul 14 (0)
NO WAY! I was going to post EXACTLY this tonight.... - nancypants 17:29 Jul 14 (0)
It's a good idea to rub a little vasoline.... - Kate in Los Angeles 17:22 Jul 14 (0)
Re: Really need advice...re: son's circumcision.... - Iliana 17:05 Jul 14 (0)
My son's was like this. sm - Connie in KY 17:03 Jul 14 (0)
Tell her "no".... - Kelly in VA 17:01 Jul 14 (4)
- Re: Tell her "no".... - Iliana 17:06 Jul 14 (3)
  - I agree, it is different... - nancypants 20:19 Jul 14 (2)
    - The white cakey stuff isn't a problem. Non-circ'd boys get this too. (m) - Bryan (a mom) 20:45 Jul 14 (1)
      - To each her own. But I clean the white cakey stuff behind his ears so I'm not leavin' it there either! LOL! :^D nt - nancypants 22:08 Jul 14 (0)

Women's health question inside. (m) - Needleroozer 16:48 Jul 14 (6)

I called the Dr. (m) - Needleroozer 17:23 Jul 14 (5)
- LB - hope you're healed up quickly! I'm glad you spoke to the dr. nt - Amy in Orlando 19:15 Jul 14 (3)
  - Thanks, Amy. I could just see my body deciding to (m) - Needleroozer 19:22 Jul 14 (2)
    - ROFL - as glad as I am to hear your body is behaving (m) - Amy in Orlando 19:41 Jul 14 (1)
      - Safety goggles! ROFL! nt - Needleroozer 20:24 Jul 14 (0)
- Glad to hear it. Praying that you will heal quickly (nt) - The Tutor 19:09 Jul 14 (0)

You're kidding! NO ONE on this board homeschools in Wyoming? Drat! (nt) - Linksalot 16:40 Jul 14 (3)

I remember one person, but forgot her posting name. FWIW... - MarthaB 20:28 Jul 14 (0)
Isn't there someone here who has Cheyenne in their posting name? Or maybe I'm thinking of the SL boards...(nt) - Colleen 17:29 Jul 14 (1)
- I think there is someone *named* Cheyenne on this board. - Jenni in KS 18:14 Jul 14 (0)

Has anyone heard from Lisa in Ft. Lauderdale re her husband?...(m) - Colleen 16:30 Jul 14 (0)

On the subject of children doing chores, I'm genuinely curious about this...(m) - Colleen 16:19 Jul 14 (43)

I've enjoyed reading everyone's responses here (m) - Amy in Orlando 19:33 Jul 14 (0)
I am a dismal failure at chore charts!!!.... - WTMindy 19:26 Jul 14 (0)
I think it depends on your home size and your parenting style (m) - Ria 19:15 Jul 14 (1)
- This is true. I had only 2 dc and a small house. I thought about this after I posted... - Ellie 20:10 Jul 14 (0)
I'm beginning to think this is a matter of brain function, just as spelling is..... - Carrie in WA 18:23 Jul 14 (1)
- I blame the clock for bedtime in our house. "I am SO... - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 18:53 Jul 14 (0)

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