[Interesting video--The unintended consequences of the Investigations Math Curric]

I like the visual for showing the effects of carrying, but it isn't how I would teach a child to solve a math problem. I have to say I was impressed with her cube. Either she has a very good eye or lots and lots of practice making cubes.

 

Haha! So funny....I, too, was envious of her cube drawing abilities:).

[Dishwasher Liquid...what's going on with Kirkland (Costco) brand?]

I read that adding Tang to your wash will eliminate the white residue that results from the phosphate free soap. I haven't tried it yet, but plan on it! Anything to get rid of that disgusting chalky whit stuff!

[What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?]

Butter Pecan or a dark chocolate....mmmmmm

[Just for fun: A place I will never live]

California. Born and raised there....wouldn't go back if you paid me!

[WHY would kids make prank calls nowadays?]

Awww....it's all in good fun. Why would you call the mom?:confused: Have they been continuously harassing you? For a one time crank call, i'd let it go. I don't know, my friends and I did silly stuff like that all the time.....

[If you've had a tubal, do you wish you hadn't?]

I had mine after my third baby. I knew we were done and don't regret it. I had my first child when I was 18 and my youngest at 30. One in between. They were spread just far enough apart that I was changing diapers for 14 yrs. Yeah, i'm done with babies:tongue_smilie: I haven't had any weight issues...or any issues for that matter.

[In honor of Valentine's Day, let's post our favorite love songs!]

Mine used to be I'll Be by Edwin McCain. It was our wedding song and I loved it.....until our wedding. We were married with a small, spur of the moment, outdoor ceremony. Most of our family came, even with just a days notice. DH knew this was my favorite song and surprised me by having it played when I walked down the aisle. So sweet, however when I got down the aisle the lady officiating just let it play. And play. And play. The entire song was played while we just stood there trying not to laugh. Don't they normally cut the music when you reach the alter? Anyway, now the song just reminds me of feeling totally awkward and I have no favorite "love song":)

 

ETA: I do love The Wonder of You by Elvis:)

[Book a week in 2011 - Week seven]

I read The Lightening Thief with the kids last week. I also finally got around to reading The Help....finished it in less than a day, just could not put it down!! I anticipate finishing Jane Eyre tonight (finally!). It has taken me almost two weeks to get through Jane Eyre. I thought I would enjoy it a lot more than I have. At this point I am just finishing it for the sake if finishing it. Oh well. This week I will be reading The Lost Boy by David Pelzer about his life growing up in the foster care system.

 

2011 reading so far:

1. Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

2. Switched by Amanda Hocking

3. Torn by Amanda Hocking

4. Ascend by Amanda Hocking

5. Hollowland by Amanda Hocking

6. The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jaime Ford

7. One Second After by William Forschten

8. Escape by Carolyn Jessup

9. The Lightening Thief

10. The Help by Katherine Stockett

11. Jane Eyre by Bronte

[I feel like an idiot]

Oh yeah, the library borrowing is awesome!!!! That is the Nook's greatest attribute IMO!

[Can anyone think of an example of this kind of character in movie or tv]

I immediately pictured Larry from Three's Company!

[Help me not panic--]

Oh geez, I'm a worrier too! So, no advice but I sure hope he walks in any minute to relieve your anxiety!!

[Hilarious! If you've ever been frustrated with public school special education...]

Oh man.....that reminds me of SO many conversations I had about my dd. :lol: I am so happy to no longer be dealing with IEP's and the "smart" people at the school!

[What do you do with your kids during convention?]

I took my kids the first time I went to one. Big mistake. They enjoyed the children's classes, but were bored the rest of the time. I can't blame them. I would have cried if my mom made me stand around for hours while she looked through books! I didn't make it to any of the seminars that year. I knew I wouldn't be able to concentrate while dealing with three bored kids! So, now they stay with dad or another relative. They're happier and i'm happier.

[Urgent Prayer Request, my cousins baby has gone home to Jesus]

I can't even imagine what your cousin us going through right now. And the poor, sweet baby.....what a tragic accident. :grouphug:

[Any true to life authors here in the Hive?]

Yellowperch - I bought your husband's book for my military history loving son for Christmas. He is really enjoying it - he's about halfway through. Tell your dh - he's got a big fan!

 

:iagree: I bought this for my grandpa for Christmas and he is really enjoying it!

[Ds got braces yesterday - need snack ideas....]

I had braces for 6 years (yeah, my teeth were seriously messed up!!). I didn't change my eating habits. I ate everything on the no-no list and never had problems. Same with my dd. She has had her braces for about 3 years now. She just finished eating a bowl of popcorn:001_huh: We're rebels I guess. Sorry, I know that doesn't help!!

[Kindle, Nook, Nook Color or a netbook?]

You can borrow books from the library on your iphone (!!!) Or at least our library allows it. For audio books, too. :)

 

 

Unfortunately, I can't read much on my phone. I have tried but I think the print is just too small and the back lighting bothers me. If I read on it for more than 15 minutes, my eyes end up bloodshot and I feel sick:001_huh:

[Should I stay or should I go now.....help me decide]

I'd go and make up the work in the afternoon.

[Kindle, Nook, Nook Color or a netbook?]

I went with the Nook solely because of the library lending feature. I was spending too much just using the Kindle app on my iPhone.

[If your kids get along extraordinarily well or extraordinarily poor, please respond]

My kids get along VERY well. They are far in age (14,7,3), but play well together. They always look out for each other. I think part of it is that my oldest is special needs and the younger two are used to "different" behavior. So, they are very patient and tolerant if one another. I also think part of it is just their personalities. They are all different and just fit well together. The oldest is the mellow, go along with anything type, the middle the leader, and the youngest the follower. It all works out:)

[Book a Week in 2011 - Week five]

Last week I read One Second After by William Forschten and Escape by Carolyn Jessop. I enjoyed them both....good reading week:)

 

I started reading The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie yesterday. I am only about 60 pages it. Please tell me it gets better. I am bored to tears!

 

I think i'll check out a Ted Dekker book this week as well. I have heard he's really good.

[Things to do within 4 hours of Birmingham, Alabama]

If you decide to make the trip to Huntsville, maybe you could also check out Harmony Park. It's a short drive from the Space Center. You get to drive through and feed the animals (emus, zebra,, camels, rams, buffalo, etc.). We loved it. They came right up to the window to eat out of our hand. We all had a good laugh that day.

[Cleaning my laminate floors]

This is why I love WTM :) I was just thinking this same thing last night but since I am a compulsive thread starter :001_huh: I figured I'd better wait and see if I could find this thread somewhere :) woo hoo~

 

I have a swiffer but it's the plain one. I find the cleaner pads to be expensive but I hate to drag out my mop and bucket every day. I like the idea of a steamer but aren't they expensive?

 

I paid $25 for my steam mop:). It works perfect. It has a removable pad you take off and wash. I vacuum first, then run the mop over it. So easy.

[Cleaning my laminate floors]

I use a steam mop on my laminate floor. It's a generic brand from Home Depot. I LOVE it! Minimal effort on my part and no chemicals to buy. I can't believe I waited so long to buy one!

[What home has been most meaningful to you?]

Growing up, it was the first house I remember. We lived there from the time I was about 2 until I was 7. I lived in our next house practically until I was married, but it never felt like "home". As for my "married" home, our current feels most like home to me. This is our third house. We've lived here the longest and have already made wonderful memories here. I have no desire to move:)