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I would call or go into the store and put in a good word for the employee who was very professional and nice, and then I'd mention the other less than stellar one.

Welcome back... If that turtle wakes up, it will make a very interesting unit study.

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Vent away...You are dealing with a lot right now.

I would ignore it.

We've purchased a Ninja last year and use it a few times a week for smoothies with no problem. I haven't noticed any difficulties getting the lid off with our model. We have the one with the individual cups and use them more than the big batch one. Everyone likes their smoothie a little different and the cups work well for us.

Mom checking on him to make sure he is asleep for the foreseeable future would be his consequence. That sounds like a pretty natural punishment / consequence of his actions. I see no problem with taking the book away at bedtime and returning it after school work the next day. It helps him follow the rules. Earning the right to determine sleep time and day time energy needs is a skill he will need for life. Disclaimer...I've been know to stay up reading way past my needed bedtime. My consequence was dragging my tired self through the day.

Everyone has had great ideas, so I'll go in another direction. A maid service or cooking service to ease her load around the house?

Paying for a wedding will come with strings from this momma. Premarital counseling will be one of those if they aren't already doing so.

I would not give a young child an energy drink due to the risks. A young girl died recently after drinking a couple of them... Regular coffee has tons of caffeine btw.

No.

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: prayers for your dad.

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Snort...I had to read that twice.

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Melissa... I would consider wearing lifts in my socks and teasing my hair uber high for the next height check. I don't want to make light of what you are going through at all, but their methods are so draconian.

Your poor son...Consider listening to his wishes about preparing the cat for burial. It is very normal for anyone to react to the difficult choices regarding burial. I'm very sorry for your loss; it makes my mommy-heart sad knowing your ds is struggling with this.

Oh my, I'm scared to hear what will be next.

If the dog can be controlled, he would have an easy time sniffing out the cat.

I'm dreading and looking forward to the end of the season.

I'm feeling unsettled here.

:grouphug: Prayers. :grouphug:

Prayers for healing... :grouphug:

:grouphug: I just read your update and wanted to send a virtual hug your way. :grouphug:

I think it's a good name, and it brings to mind a good friend's son.