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I think connecting the light switch and fan is a great idea. Could you just post a sign that says, "For privacy, turn on the fan". I'm surprised people don't do that on their own.
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However, the second cake would be a quick sheetcake with M&Ms sprinked on top.
In fact, I recently made a 4 layer cake for my mom's birthday. I wasn't sure how many people would end up wanting cake as we were tacking her celebration on to an extended family Christmas gathering. So I made a "fun" cake for the kids who probably wouldn't enjoy Mom's cake as much, but would love a treat. It worked out just fine.
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Some more of mine:
My brother was on the original Gladiators show. I was on a show called Burden of Proof, hosted by the then up and coming Greta van Susteren.
My dad is in the Guinness World Book of Records.
I was chased by the KGB.
I had a bird poop on me as I was getting on the school bus and had to go to school like that.
I went to 4 elementary school by the time I was in 5th grade (probably other military brats on here have done this as well).
I am married to a Rhodes Scholar.
I ate a monkey kabob (at least that's what I was told it was).
Laura
Why is your dad in the GBof WR?
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We teach our children that our words and actions affect other people. We teach them that it is important to value and respect other people.
The OP's dad stated that he wants things to continue to be normal (referencing family get-togethers). That indicates that he is currently looking at things in an unrealistic way. If he thinks the family can just carry on without a major emotional fall-out, I think it is perfectly reasonable for someone to tell him otherwise. His actions will affect his loved ones. Because he loves them, he wants to believe the only outcome of this action will be eventual happiness for all. The OP said that if her husband was expressing the same reasons for divorcing her, her father would have a problem with it.
Perhaps politely and calmly asking questions such as, "How should we explain this to the children?" Or, "I don't understand your actions because you taught me to live differently." might be helpful in opening his eyes. He is an adult and he must make his own decisions. You may not have any sway over those decisions, and you will continue to love him regardless. I agree that noone can know the inside of the marriage and in the end, you don't want to know the gritty details if they go beyond, "We've grown apart." That statement is the one I would focus upon. That and the effect the action will have on others. Strive to speak in love.
Staying in good times and in bad can mean many different things and there has been no indication of abuse from the OP's perspective.
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I looked at the Sonlight U.S. History cores, but most of the list didn't seem too challenging. I'll check the government one.
Thanks for the link, Sue!
Keep the suggestions coming if anyone has any.:bigear:
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Hello. I am needing suggestions for U.S. History lit to go along with a textbook study. I can't seem to find a good list to correspond with the various time periods. I am hoping to provide my daughter with a mix of biographies, non-fiction stories, and historical fiction from which to choose. Does anyone have suggestions that are challenging and engaging?
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Wonderful news! Congrats.
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Could he have been snuffling in the snow and rubbed his nose too hard against some ice or a stick? My dog loves to shove his snout into the snow and "plow" the snow.
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I have been mostly a lurker here, but started reading Ree's blog shortly after it started. She has mentioned various shortcomings or imperfections, such as gaining weight as a result of all the cookbook/cooking show food. She makes fun of herself and maintains a sense of humor about her mistakes/embarrassing moments, which she has always done. People enjoy reading her posts because she is funny and is secure enough to use herself as material. If you would like an example of this read her recent donut entry. It is a perfect example of her willingness to joke about her weight gain and propensity to cause embarrassing scenes in public.
Of course she presents a polished version of life (don't most bloggers?), and of course she doesn't do it alone. But she shares just enough about the reality of the laundry mountain, the crazy behavior of children, and her less-than-perfect housecleaning that any young mom or older mom can relate. And she does it well. Therefore, she makes money and excells in the mommy blog world. I imagine she is a very savvy business woman as the article states.
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her sister was saying that it is much easier for CC to find time to do things for herself than a working person. Supposedly CC has no idea how hard it is to get time to yourself when you work.
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we have three adopted children with various challenges. I have a friend with children diagnosed with RAD, and I totally understand your "small world" comment.
I am so happy to read about how your holiday went. I've been reading the board for years and the experiences you have shared about your daughter were part of my education about RAD and the possibilities we faced in our most recent adoption. Thank you for sharing your daughter's success! What a wonderful reward for you both after all the emotional hard work over the years.
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Don't get me wrong, I am pro-rescue dogs. But how would you know if the dog was originally from a puppy mill? It's health and temperment could be compromised. I understand that sometimes the background is available, but sometimes it isn't. Even if it isn't from a puppy mill, it could be unstable.
Our first dog (a boxer) came from a rescue and was fine with us, as sweet and patient as could be. He was big baby and had a nice reputation from his time at the rescue. But he must have been abused by a man with a deep voice. He tried to attack a friend of ours and would have torn his knee apart if my husband hadn't been there to grab him just in time. I had never seen a dog act like that and I grew up with dogs my whole life. A few days later he went insane over the meter reader with a deep voice. We decided no more older dogs with questionable histories for us.
Our current dog came from a recue and his background was available. He was a purebred lab bought for hundreds of dollars from a breeder. The family who turned him in simply couldn't handle his energy as a puppy. That is what we were told. He was 11 weeks old when we got him and was a holy terror beyond the typical lab destructive reputation. He wasn't just attacking things, he attacked us, bloodying our hands regularly. I was able to get the name of the breeder and called him. We were at our whits end with him as his temperment was so bad. (Our trainer thought it was just us until he tried working with him.) Anyway, the breeder told us that Woody's mom was the same way and he almost gave her away. Instead he decided to breed her! We stuck it out with him and now he is 10 years old.
So my recommendation is to MEET THE PUPPY'S PARENTS if at all possible. Ask lots of questions. And if you go through a rescue, get as much information as you can. Don't take the dog until all avenues have been pursued for information. Ask around about the reputation of the breeder.
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OP, did you want to ask about "breaks" or complain about your sister's choices?
I don't like the term break to describe what you are asking. I am a full time mom; I never stop being a mom.
I was child-focused the early years of my (first) marriage. My (now ex) husband travelled constantly, and I was solo parenting 90% of the time. I would have been in the midst of threads like this. They read like a competition: I've got more kids, spend more time with them, less time without them and love them more than you do!
Today, and through a tough process of looking at some of my own choices, behavior, and "buy in" to homeschool/Attachment parenting culture, I've changed my perspective. I don't consider time without kids a "break". I don't consider it a luxury. I don't consider it optional. I see time phyiscally away from kids to be critical. I am a *woman* and I believe that some of my time, pursuits and energies should go to activities without kids. I believe it did NOT serve my kids to "never get a break".
If I had it to do over again, I would still use the AP tools with my babies/infants, but I would, without guilt or hesitation, have non kid related activities and focus all along: a class, part time work, regular solo trips to the library, nights out with a friend...something.[/quote
Joanne, I have read this board for many, many years as well. (Obviously I don't post much.) You may not realize it, but you are coming across as judgemental here. Please do not read the following in a hostile tone. It is meant as more matter-of-fact.
The OP is obviously not asking about her sister's choices. Perhaps she shouldn't have mentioned that, but she was likely stressed and didn't think through all the possible responses.
Also, this thread does not appear to be a competition to me. The OP asked a question and others are responding. Sometimes people just need to vent a bit and this board provides a way for them to do that. The posters seem supportive of each other and even offer advice on how to get a break.
Some of your points in this post are interesting, but the tone of self-righteousness does not make them easy to appreciate.
Lastly, it sounds to me that in many of your posts you are attempting to educate those who are "stuck" in your old way of looking at things. It comes across as you believing you are the one who has "arrived' in your perspective and the majority of us still need to grow to get there. The people on this forum are thinking individuals who will gladly look at others' viewpoints. A more supportive, gracious tone may go further in relaying your points.
I hope you can hear this in a nuetral tone.
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It could be that the mom knew there would be a disparity among the gifts and wanted to avoid comparisons. Or perhaps a child was unable to bring a gift and she wanted to make sure no guests would feel uncomfortable.
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I've noticed that, too. And with the nicest kids! Weird. They also seem to be into mock kissing poses.
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So sorry. I'm glad he has such a kind manager, but that won't fix the situation. Prayers that he'll find something better than his current position.
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My extended family gets together every year for Christmas. This includes my cousins, aunts, and uncles. And every year they would get my children gifts even though I told them it wasn't necessary. (My children were the first great grandchildren in the family.) When my cousins started having kids, we gave to them.
Fast forward to last year. In the middle of the party my cousins rounded up the kids and told them to sit in a circle facing each other. They did this knowing full well they had not purchased gifts for my children or my brothers' children. So their children obviously had more gifts to open. It was a hard year financially for many people and we would have felt just fine about our children not receiving gifts, but why do it in such a blatant manner? :confused:
My poor SIL. After that scene last year my SIL assumed the gift giving among cousins to the children was a thing of the past, so she didn't buy anything for this year's party. We took a little something for each child and I figured I would just discretely give the gifts to the parents to take home for the children. But lo and behold, the cousins had all brought gifts again! Weird.
The other story is on my husband's side of the family. Several years ago his aunt gave my oldest (around 9 at the time, I think) a ruby ring (family jewelry) for Christmas. She gave my son (about 7yrs old) a finger tip towel. :001_huh:
You just have to laugh.
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Yes, and Bill should find a way to cook it and transmit the meal over the internet! I live in Michigan; truly ethnic food is non-existent in "these here parts". I'd love to taste some of what he was talking about!
Faith
Hi, Faith.
I am mostly a lurker, but somehow in my mind I have the impression that you are near GR. If so, try Gojo Ethiopian Cuisine. I hope to get there sometime myself as we have a little Ethiopian right here in our home. Off to get ready for an Ethiopian adoption meeting.
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Mortgage debt. The only other exception is adoption debt. And a qualifier after the adoption thread: each of our children truly needed a family.
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The 6yr and 2yr old are on an errand with Daddy and the two teens are at the neighbors watching How to Train Your Dragon.
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I've have lurked on this board for many, many years. The shoe thing started because someone was in a doctor's office with her children and there was a grouchy lady in there that commented on the son's shoes. She seemed angry that a homeschooled boy had nice shoes when other kids didn't. Very strange.
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If the vinegar doesn't work, try ammonia. I have found it removes many kinds of smells.
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Thank you for these replies. I'm sure they will be helpful.
Does anyone know if live ops is a scam?
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Hi. I am posting for a friend of mine who needs to work from home. I searched the forums and nothing will come up. Not sure what the deal is because I know I have seen it discussed here several times.
Anyway, she is single and has several children that she cannot leave at home. She would like to find work online, but doesn't know what is legitimate and what isn't. If anyone on here has worked online monitoring a chat room or doing another kind of work, please let us know what companies are trustworthy. Also, a job working on the phone might work for her if anyone knows of one. Thanks a million.
Hallmark Movie---special needs kids going to space camp--based on local kids
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Oh, thank you for posting this! I read about the movie previously, but didn't know when it would be showing. We live in SW Michigan, so that makes it even more interesting.