I’m a big dog lover and think the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Pros: · Great companions-you will love come to love your dog so much and experience how much comfort he will bring you. · Reduces stress · Encourage you to exercise by walking him · Health benefits-reduces blood pressure, enhances your mood (less depression) (which can save you money by not going to the doctor) · Provide unconditional love—you will never be lonely. He will meet you at the door, be excited to see you. · Great entertainment- he will be fun to be with, will make you laugh · Home Security · Great way to teach kids responsibility. By caring him, they’re learning discipline, caring for other, life skills · Dogs are great conversation starters . . . you will meet more people and talk to more people at the dog park, going on walks Cons: · More work and responsibility-which some people don’t like. You have to feed them, play them take them to the vet, potty train them · Expense-dog food, vet bills, toys, etc. · Mess-they might have accidents in the house, carry in dirt · Need to be properly trained and socialized or they can be a liability

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14 pairs . . . but I’ve had many of these for 15+ years 1 snow boot 1 dress boot 1 old ‘yard’ shoes 1 hiking boots 3 flats 2 sandles 3 walking/tennis shoes 1 water aerobic shoes – although I haven’t used these in over 5 years 1 slippers

There is software that will organize all your books. Here are a few: http://www.collectorz.com/book/features.php http://download.cnet.com/BookCAT/3000-2130_4-10027847.html?tag=mncol;6 http://www.ducksoftware.com/book-organizer.html

Here is one person's opinion on various math programs. I'm not sure if it will be helpful to you or not. http://www.guesthollow.com/homeschool/reviews/reviewmathcomparisontable.html

Per year?? Really? I probably spend that in a week. What type of printer do you have?

My DH is the same way. He has many unfinished projects at home, but still volunteers to help others. Sometimes, I think all the projects at home are so overwhelming and endless that he likes the escape of leaving to help others. He feels a sense of accomplishment when he can complete a task and somehow it seems easier to do something for someone else.

My son was similar to what you describe when he was your daughter’s age. He went through sensory integration for two years which was helpful. We also did the GFCF diet which made a huge difference. We eliminated other foods too, but artificial food coloring seemed to be a huge catalyst to negative behaviors. It took about 9 months after we started the diet to see a major difference. I read somewhere that many kids with special needs are emotionally 2/3 of their chronological age. So you daughter would be like a 5 ½ year old. Does your daughter exercise? Daily intense exercise could help her. One book that I really liked for dealing with behavior issues is: The Explosive Child by Ross Greene. His philosophy is that "children will do well if they can." He offers a lot of helpful techniques.

Yes, we are still (unfortunately) having winter. We’re supposed to get another foot of snow next week.

I’m so sorry about that. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

I own several, but it seems like I never have one with me when I need it.

He should absolutely not shave!

I don’t think there’s anyway to delete a post either. I don’t know if you want to delete the entire post because in order for someone to leave you feedback, they’re supposed to reference the original post. It seems like the editing post goes away after a short while. It would be nice if would remain there so that we can continue to edit when items are sold.

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I've never heard of this, but I'm curious so I'm bumping it to the top for you.

What about : The Peabody Individual Achievement Test (PIAT) The PIAT or "Peabody" is a standardized, nationally norm-referenced achievement test that is individually administered by a trained examiner. Assessment is completed in the following areas: Reading, Math, Spelling, Science, Social Studies and Humanities. The subtests and composite scores are calculated immediately, so there is no waiting for results. The test is non-bracketed which means the results will indicate a child's grade level from K-12 in the different subtests, rather than only providing achievement level for the child's grade. The test is oral in format and almost conversational in tone. The testing experience is casual and unintimidating for the child, making it a popular test among homeschoolers. It takes 60-90 minutes to administer and score the test, but the exams are not timed. Testing is available year round and wlll assess K-12 grade levels.

White Squall The Snow Walker Rabbit-Proof Fence The Pillars of the Earth (mini series) The Crossing The Last of the Mohicans The Holiday Eagle Eye Stranger Than Fiction The Flight of the Phoenix Night at the Museum Up

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I’ve actually done some staging, which is what you do after you’ve decluttered, decorated and cleaned. Staging is about creating a mood or lifestyle while making your house generic enough so that potential buyers can see themselves living them. The goal is to make your house look bigger, brighter, warmer, etc. Here are some more ideas to add to the great ideas that you’ve already received. Remove excess furniture. You want your home to look homey, but not crowded. Most people have way too much furniture. Put away anything personal . . . pictures, papers, etc. Think of a model home. No one lives there, so there isn’t any clutter. They have very nice furniture and well placed accessories. These accessories should be arranged in units of 1, 3, or 5. If you have really nice windows, consider taking off the blinds. This is assuming that there is something nice to look at out the window. This will also add more light. Add something unique to your house so that you’re house will be remembered. I heard of one stager who always liked to hang a black negligee in the bathroom. Apply Murphy’s oil or something similar to wood cabinets. It can make them look newer and nicer. Empty out cabinets and closets as much as possible. Rent a pod or storage unit if needed to store these items. This will help create a roomy feel. In the kitchen, I would clear the counters as much as possible. Put out a big bowl of fruit and maybe something else to ‘set the scene.’ This could be a cookbook, bottles of bottles of wine, etc. Set the table with your best dishes, placemats, etc. RE: the dog. I’m a huge dog lover, but I would definitely relocate the dog somewhere else. Some people could be turned off by the smell of the dog, barking or just her being there. If you send me pics, I’d be happy to offer you more specific advice.

I love nature.

When I was in public school, I remember having political and physical geography.

Almond milk . .. because we're trying to be casein-free.

$3.14 in MN

I bought a packet of information/student workbook for “Framing Your Thoughts†and we are just finishing up with it. It’s not the entire program, but it was enough to get us started. The program teaches basic composition skills incrementally. My son made a lot of progress in his writing. I tried over a dozen writing programs, but this is the one that my son finally responded to positively. It is hands-on and color coded which was something that he really needed. I really the Landmark books too: http://www.landmarkoutreach.org/publications3.htm

Talking Back to OCD: The Program That Helps Kids and Teens Say "No Way" -- and Parents Say "Way to Go" is a great book for parents and children. It’s a pretty in-depth book meant to be worked through with the parent. What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety (What to Do Guides for Kids) This is an excellent interactive book for kids ages 9-12,