:iagree: These are great points!

I was just coming back here to ask what happened in that episode. Now that I've given it more thought, I can't remember exactly what happened. I know Hawkeye talked him out of writing a letter to Peg but I can't remember if it was an emotional affair or more. ETA: I just did a little research. It looks like he came close but didn't follow through.

BJ did have an affair. I hated that episode! I liked the scenes with Hawkeye and Trapper together so I guess my favorite character is a combination of two. Henry was hysterical, too.

How do you feel about your choice to homeschool? Confident Are you happy you started homeschooling? Yes Are your children happy to be homeschooled? 2 of the 3 are a definite yes. 1 is on the fence but this is her first year home. What do you feel is your favorite part of the school day? least favorite? I'm not sure. We mix things up so much. It really varies. What is your favorite part of the school year? The beginning least favorite? Mid to late February....we are seriously dragging by that time. What is your favorite subject to teach? Literature Your children's favorites? DD1-History, DS-Science, DD2-Literature How do you feel inside when you tell people you homeschool? Proud and a little smug. I know...but I'm being honest. This exact moment in time....what are you feeling when you look back on your day (or yesterday if your day hasn't started yet)? I've been a little under the weather the last few days so not so great but last week was fantastic!

I kid you not. That's exactly what I said out loud!! :lol:

Well, I'm not going to hit her with it because I got a killer deal on it. I'll never be that lucky, again. I like the idea of adding practice to the school day. We'll start that tomorrow for all three of the kids. Thanks!! I don't really see the attitude of not wanting help in any other area. Maybe occasionally but not often so I'm not too worried about it right now. She was mad at me today because I suggested she slow down a song she was playing and then increase her speed gradually because it just sounded out of beat....sort of like she was skipping over some notes.

My 9 year old has played fiddle for 2 years. She likes it and says she doesn't want to quit but when it comes to practicing at home it's a nightmare. She especially hates it if I provide any kind of guidance. Any tips?

This makes a lot of sense to me. I agree with her.

Go to their page, hover over 'Friends' and uncheck 'show in news feed'. BTDT.

Got it. Thanks!

I feel the same way, at times. I have a couple close friends but the rest are mainly acquaintances. I'm a little weird so I think that hinders my friend making ability a bit.:tongue_smilie: The thing is, I truly like being alone. I was like that as a kid. My aunt said that even as a toddler I'd go off by myself at family gatherings. Having said that, though, I sometimes feel bad because I'm not 'normal' enough or I don't fit in like I should. I'm starting to wonder if societal pressure to fit in the 'normal' mold is actually at the root of my discontent...not a need for more friends.

I hate to even bring this up but you sometimes hear of predators lavishing gifts on victims. Could something like that be happening? FTR, my initial thought was that it was maybe an age thing but others had already mentioned it.

It'll be fine. Run bleach or vinegar through a load. You can also remove the traps or whatever they're called from the bottom and clean those.

You could use the roast for vegetable soup. Soups go a long way. The sausage could be put into a casserole. Do you have any potatoes?

I think that was rumor that was found to be untrue. As far as her serial dating goes....that puts her in the pretty dang normal category for her age. My niece is in love with somebody new every other week.

Quill nailed it pretty accurately. I've been home with my kids since my oldest was 11 months. Over the years she's told me that she doesn't understand how I can stand to stay home and that maternity leave was all that she could stand. She has one child (he's a senior this year). I have three and there have been times she calls and WWIII breaks out between my kids and she'll say stuff like "I don't know how you stand it!" but it's not just what she says. It's how she says it. I never say anything negative about PS to anyone that sends their kids to one. I would never be that mean spirited so where she gets off bad mouthing my schooling choices is beyond me.

I generally don't do that but I had had enough. I have three kids. This will be our 5th year of homeschooling but my first year teaching all three kids. Mean friend called last night and said "So, how has having all three at home been....awful?" She didn't say it jokingly or even matter of fact. She sounded like the idea was repugnant to her. My equally nasty reply was "I'm sorry you don't like your son enough to want him home all day but I happen to love my kids and enjoy having them home with me." or something along those lines. I then got off the phone. The thing is I don't really believe what I said. Just because someone sends their kid to school doesn't mean they don't like them. I just was hurt and wanted to hurt her back. Real mature, I know, but I've had it with her. She's said similar nasty things to me over the years. I want to point out that I'm not a holier-than-thou homeschooling mom. I really don't think I've done anything to deserve or create this type of attitude from her. And if I remember correctly, I think I got the idea for my reply from these forums.

Was there a big fight or something? I got a new mask yesterday. I've only ever used a nose mask and a nose pillow mask. This time I got a full face mask because I hate the chin strap plus I have trouble with nasal congestion. I wore it for 6 hours w/out any leaks. The only problem I had was the bridge of my nose was a little sore. Hopefully, I can wear it all night tonight. All in all, I'm pleased with it.

Is this it? http://www.amazon.com/PAPCAP-COTTON-CHINSTRAP-SIZE-FITS/dp/B007FGLTXE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344138143&sr=8-1&keywords=papcap I hate how my strap slides around my head. This looks like it would work better. Thanks!!

My biggest problem is the chin strap I have to wear. I hate it!! It drives me absolutely crazy. I might head over to Amazon right now and see if I can find an alternative.

Are you sleeping on your side? When I sleep on my side my stomach fills with air. I'm fine as long as I'm on my back. Unfortunately, I sometimes roll to my side w/out realizing it.

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Oh, wow!! Congratulations!!!

I use a prescription nose spray and take a Claritin daily. I hate the idea of 'drugging' my body every. single. day. I'm hoping you all will have some good suggestions on treating allergies naturally. I googled it but I'd prefer to take advice from people that have firsthand knowledge. Thanks!

Wow....The situation is getting worse. According to FB, he's now in a relationship with a junior in high school (he'll be 20 this weekend) who just had a baby at the end of December (not his) and the new gf recently just broke-up with her latest boyfriend (also, not the baby's father) about a week ago or so. I guess it's best not to tell her. It's going to kill her when she learns of it, though. Would it be better coming from me? I truly don't know.