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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jul 21 (0)
  • I am not really a HP fan becasue I refuse to get into a series of books that is not finished but I really must know - Christina in OR 22:11 Jul 21 (5)
  • Any home remedies for eye stye? Or Rx remedies? Thanks. nt - Becky (alberta) 22:11 Jul 21 (0)
  • It's time to paint. Do we do the walls first or the trim? nt - lovemykids 22:07 Jul 21 (2)
  • Angel, I have a gerbil question for you in the pet post nt - Ann B 22:01 Jul 21 (0)
  • What is with all the colons in the new Harry Potter book? - Kellin 21:23 Jul 21 (2)
  • Sigh...three HP readers here, and only two books. I'm about to go crazy! nt - Katrina 21:23 Jul 21 (2)
  • HP #7...I'm at pg 483....question (w/spoiler)... - Amy in NY 21:06 Jul 21 (2)
  • Can you stand one more HP question: Are they making movies out of all the books? nt - Diana in OR 20:56 Jul 21 (1)
  • Hey! Did you love the pro-homeschooling comment on p210 of HP 7? nt - Julie in Austin 20:26 Jul 21 (2)
  • Erica in PA------- I posted a message to you about R&S English on the curriculum board! nt - JLynn in GA 20:21 Jul 21 (0)
  • I got moved! - Solamichella 20:19 Jul 21 (3)
  • For thos who finished HP7 (no spoilers, at least not in my msg) - Cleo Qc 20:02 Jul 21 (6)
  • Make your own Book Bungee... - Leigh Ann 19:59 Jul 21 (1)
  • I need to be working, but instead - Call Me Cordelia 19:54 Jul 21 (0)
  • The waxing discussion below made me think about my eyebrows. - lovemykids 19:52 Jul 21 (4)
  • So where I am going, heaven or hell? You decide... - Patty in WA 19:47 Jul 21 (4)
  • does anyone else have a 6yo who asks questions every waking moment?!?! How can I get her to stop? nt - Strawberry Queen 19:18 Jul 21 (12)
  • Waaaahhhhh!!!! I still have 100 pages to finish Book 5!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (m) - *anj* 18:59 Jul 21 (0)
  • Tummy trouble. What to do? - *anj* 18:53 Jul 21 (3)
  • OK, I got $100 from my family for a birthday present for myself two months ago-What to get?? - Osmosis Mom 18:47 Jul 21 (4)
  • Whew, got the bookshelves and school room organized today. That was quite a feat LOL. Now to order books hopefully next week and we can begin nt - Quiver0f10 18:22 Jul 21 (1)
  • Anyone from Maine interested in a free SOS State History? - Quiver0f10 18:20 Jul 21 (3)
  • Need ideas please for a name for the cinnamon roll deal... - momof10 18:19 Jul 21 (3)
  • Camping near Louisville KY ... any recommendations on places to camp.. - mom4sons 17:52 Jul 21 (0)
  • Harry Potter-where can we go to discuss?? I need to talk about this! nt - Jennifer Not 17:48 Jul 21 (14)
  • How is the Warcraft series of books for an almost 13yo? - SW in IL 16:57 Jul 21 (0)
  • I am so enjoying this Potter book! The end won't come as a surprise to me...(m) - Colleen 16:27 Jul 21 (8)
  • Is "forgetfullness" a typical issue with dc between the ages of 9 and 10? My dd/9.6 is suddenly "forgetting" everything. (sm) - lemonshine 16:17 Jul 21 (2)
  • Question about WA state hsing law re: testing - Brenda in Olypen, WA w/ 5ds 15:44 Jul 21 (16)
  • Thanks again to those who helped us decide about Make A Wish-Now help me plan our trip to Orlando - Pajama Mama 15:28 Jul 21 (16)
  • So if you weren't in the market for a house at all would you go to an open house up for auction? - momofkhm 14:57 Jul 21 (7)
  • Is there enough things for my 2 year old to enjoy at Islands of Adventure and universal studios? nt - lynn 14:44 Jul 21 (2)
  • I'm done... no message.. no spoilers. - Niffercoo 14:39 Jul 21 (23)
  • Went to the Italian market today and splurged on some delectable, rich, thick Aceto Balsamico di Modena. This stuff has got to be in heaven. nt - karenciavo 14:13 Jul 21 (5)
  • How many sleep in your bed, and what size is it? (nt) - amy g. 14:02 Jul 21 (19)
  • Kudzu!! Our neighbor's yard has it and it is trying to creep into ours. (m) - Sharon in SC 13:46 Jul 21 (5)
  • Hive Hotline? I need advice. (m) - Doran 13:30 Jul 21 (5)
  • AAAAAUUUUUUUGGGGHHHHHHHH! I went to pick up the new HP..... - myfunnybunch 13:27 Jul 21 (2)
  • What will be your starting date for the new academic year??? - Pam L 13:12 Jul 21 (31)
  • SiFi books for a 10 yo boy please? nt - Christina in OR 13:07 Jul 21 (1)
  • Room painting question - *anj* 12:50 Jul 21 (10)
  • YASMIN - from Bookmooch - you here? TIA! (m) - Kate CA 12:48 Jul 21 (0)
  • DD wants everyone to know she got a letter from George W. Bush - Cathy in IL 12:39 Jul 21 (1)
  • My dd is home from camp - Cathy in IL 12:35 Jul 21 (0)
  • FWIW....about the thread yesterday concerning ordering HP from Amazon using free shipping.... Our month's-ago ordered copy via free shipping arrived in our mailbox today through USPS. (nt) - Janie 12:31 Jul 21 (4)
  • Soapmakers/soaplovers: Is there something I can do with my slivers of soap, or the leftovers that don't smell good/lather well anymore? (m) - Needleroozer 12:28 Jul 21 (3)
  • The Sterlings cd - Scripture In Song - anyone know how to get in touch with them? - Tabitha 12:20 Jul 21 (1)
  • kate in seattle (Harry Potter question from your post below) (m) - katalaska 12:18 Jul 21 (2)
  • A question for those who ordered your HP books: How come this way versus just going and picking them up? Cost? COnvenience? (m) - Needleroozer 12:18 Jul 21 (11)
  • Abbeyej, I ordered my HP book from Amazon as well... - Cindy in FL. 12:04 Jul 21 (1)
  • What are questions to ask when buying curriculum from someone online?nt - Peggy in KS 12:03 Jul 21 (3)
  • Does anyone know of a book that has a tree named Penny? - Pajama Mama 11:58 Jul 21 (2)
  • Will somebody please explain why the UPS boy did not even crack a smile - Kris in WA 11:53 Jul 21 (3)
  • DD wants a t shirt that we saw yesterday. It had POTTER on the back and the Griffendor symbol on the front. Can't find it anywhere, any suggestions? I'm beginning to think it was homemade. Help! Her birthday is in a week! nt - Ashley 11:43 Jul 21 (4)
  • Silverfish? Anyone successfully gotten rid of them? - Brenda in Olypen, WA w/ 5ds 11:25 Jul 21 (2)
  • I think we are going to go to "build a bear" to celebrate the "first day of school" (we've never been there) m... - Johanna 11:04 Jul 21 (2)
  • Please condescend to jog my memory: Who is RAB and what was the mirror supposed to do originally? UGH! nt - Rhondabee 10:40 Jul 21 (3)
  • It was like pulling off a band-aid, but I did it... - aubrey 10:35 Jul 21 (1)
  • Marlboro Man's sandwiches question.... - momof10 10:29 Jul 21 (0)
  • Where do I get government issued ID cards for my kids, and how long does it take? - Jenni in KS 10:25 Jul 21 (6)
  • Uh! I just turned 40 in March and am noticing more facial hair - Peggy in Ks 10:07 Jul 21 (20)
  • Do you purchase insurance when you secure airline tickets? (m) - Sharon in SC 9:48 Jul 21 (3)
  • Just finished Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (no spoilers - my lips are sealed) - Linda (Australia) 9:32 Jul 21 (1)
  • Potty training incident report.. - Lee in CA 9:25 Jul 21 (1)
  • Is the PO making special runs for HP? - Deidre in GA 9:24 Jul 21 (1)
  • Bookmooch users - what is the advantage of having Bookmooch friends? (nt) - Hannah 9:06 Jul 21 (6)
  • UGH! ds wants a first pet badly for bday. Suggestions? - Ann B 8:56 Jul 21 (24)
  • I'm sure this goes without saying, but ... when you finish reading your new HP book, please do NOT put spoilers in the subject line!! Thanks! ;-) nt - Lady Katherine 8:23 Jul 21 (10)
  • Is there a good place to buy cross stitch thread online?... - RhondaM. 8:16 Jul 21 (0)
  • Sign language: Of course, this question has been posed dozens of times in my years on the board, but, well, you don't pay attention until it concerns you, I guess. (m) - MFS 8:02 Jul 21 (13)
  • UPS just delivered (10:19 eastern). I'm outta here! nm - Stacy in NJ 7:19 Jul 21 (0)
  • so... I have been lazy about charting and now woundering if I am going to be pg. is driving me nuts - Christina in OR 7:16 Jul 21 (0)
  • excessive female bleeding....why??? - trackmom 7:09 Jul 21 (3)
  • Please share your favorite finanical links (M) - one l michele 7:09 Jul 21 (2)
  • done! great story! (my reaction inside but no real spoilers) - kate in seattle 7:01 Jul 21 (1)
  • What is that? Oh, that's just me screaming not knowing whether to laugh or cry. - Trivium Academy 6:55 Jul 21 (6)
  • Female "cups" - which one did you order and from where? - Melissa in New York 6:49 Jul 21 (3)
  • Realy Lame Laundry Question.... - steppingstonemomma 6:30 Jul 21 (6)