I could be totally wrong about this Carli (Heh, wouldn't be the first time :tongue_smilie: ) but I don't think the mods participate on the board the way we do. I think they are behind the scenes kind of mods.

I didn't think it tasted too peanut buttery, but two of my dc's thought so (but they like PB). You could probably reduce the PB to 1/4 cup. I thought the chocolate flavor stood out a bit more.

Hang in there Carli...the kids will get used to the new schedule and eventually won't hear him anymore. We've been through all sorts of schedules w/my dh and we all adjust eventually. It just takes time. I know it's hard, but maybe your 4 yo will lay quietly in the bed w/you? I know, I know...probably impossible - but one can always hope! :001_smile:

I came across this recipe in The Penny Whistle Lunch Box Book and made it this morning for breakfast. It was a huge hit so I thought I'd share it with everyone. The only change I made was I added chocolate chips and baked it in a muffin tin. (you'll have extra batter if you bake it in a muffin tin, but I just made extra large muffins.) PEANUT BUTTER BREAD 1/2 cu chunky Peanut Butter (I used creamy-just our preference) 1/2 cu orange or plain honey 3 TBLS Vegetable Oil 2 eggs 1/2 cu grated carrots 1/4 cu low fat milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 bananas, mashed 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 3/4 cu whole wheat flour (I used white-didn't have wheat) *1/2 cu chocolate chips (optional) Preheat oven to 300 deg (325 if baking in muffin pan) Butter a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan Blend the first 8 ingredients well. Combine the next 7 ingredients and then add them to the wet ingredients. Mix well. Pour into pan and bake. 1 hour for loaf pan or 15-20 min for muffin pan These go well with a nice big glass of cold milk!

How about those giant bubble makers?

If he truly was livid then be happy you didn't have to deal with him. His poor wife probably had to take it. I worked as a CSR for a lawn service for many years and it got to the point that I hated to answer the phone. People can be so petty and mean sometimes. It's like you are not an actual person on the other end of the phone and they feel like they can vent all over you.

How scary! You both must be traumatized. I'm really glad he's ok.

Is this your house or an apartment or condo? I've never heard of such a thing. Our neighbor occasionally parks in our drive, but our driveway is big enough and we said they could. Our neighbors have a tiny driveway and a gazillion vehicles. Go figure. You shouldn't have to even explain that you need the spot for loading or unloading. It's your driveway, your property and he's trespassing if he parks in your drive without permission. Boy that takes a lot of nerve. Call your police precinct, explain the situation and see if he can be ticketed or fined for this. Then tell him if he does it again, you will call the police and have him ticketed.

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If cost wasn't an issue then definitely red.

How about: Counting the Days (a little play on your accountant profession) The Sunset Cottage (reminds me of the beach at sunset) The Snug Cottage (warm and homey sounding)

Very nice Lisa! I've toyed w/the idea of blogging but haven't taken the plunge yet. Good for you for actually doing it.

That was very funny!

Woo Hoo! Congrats Julie...I see two green squares now. I'm still my age away from two but am amazed that I have has many squares as I do. It's really nice when someone reps you for something you've shared.

Amy, as far as the financial questions are concerned, you may want to seek out an attorney that deals with elder laws. I am sure they would be able to help your dad with this.

It's so hard to keep quiet when people do things like this because the choice your friend is making is so very different then what you have chosen to do. And you can rightly see that a 9 month old does not need to be in daycare for social skill development. The social development reason may just be an excuse for the mom to put her child in daycare because her real reason may sound much too selfish. If she is a good friend, I would speak to her about the detriment of putting a child that young in daycare. If she is more of a casual friend, I would let it go. ETA: I didn't consider depression but Jen may be right about that.

Happy Anniversary! We will hit 15 yrs next April

Try http://www.fatwallet.com You can go to the grocery forum where they list all the hot deals on all sorts of products.

Oh Jen, hang in there. My sympathies are with you. I have a friend who's family is very well off. They own vacation homes in FL, a million dollar home here in Brooklyn - they take vacations, do all sorts of extra curricula things. Stuff we can't ever afford to do. So, I totally understand what your saying. My friend has never acted the way yours has though. Maybe a private conversation with her is in order. Maybe along the lines of "I'm a bit confused by what you meant on the phone when you said...." And then give her a chance to clarify. This may just be a misunderstanding on both parts that can be easily cleared up.

Has anyone suggested cellulitis? Cellulitis (sel-u-LI-tis) is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. Cellulitis appears as a swollen, red area of skin that feels hot and tender, and it may spread rapidly. Skin on lower legs is most commonly affected, though cellulitis can occur anywhere on your body or face. Infections on the face are more common in children and older adults. Cellulitis may affect only your skin's surface — or, cellulitis may also affect tissues underlying your skin and can spread to your lymph nodes and bloodstream. My mom had this on her arm and it took like three trips to the E.R. for her to be diagnosed. She was hospitalized for a few days. Praying he is feeling better soon.

Oh my, I am so in the minority here but I would not have taken it. I would have just said something like "Oh, don't worry about it" But that's just me. It's just one of those things that happen and I don't think I would have thought too much about it. She sounds like she was thoughtful and grateful by bringing back gifts for the family to say thanks. That's why I would have let it go. If she insisted then I would have taken it because in that scenario it's more gracious to accept it then to refuse.

Sorry...if it was considered a pet and the dc's don't want to do it then I wouldn't.

How about tortilla chips with different salsa's? Trader Joe's has a nice mango salsa and a peach salsa that's really good. Also, store bought hummus or roasted red pepper dips are nice. You can cut up some nice fresh bread to go along side (or toast it if your up to it.)

I can not agree with Aubrey more. I have a 12 yo dd and if I can just say that I am learning that I need to err on the side of grace more often. Sometimes it's easy to lose perspective. As Aubrey has so wisely pointed out - even though it may be frustrating, there are so many worse things your dd can be getting involved in. If you don't make a huge issue out of this and just go about your life as usual, I would guess that she will eventually come around. And we do have the wonderful promise that God's Holy Spirit will lead us into all truth. So if she is wrong in this, God will reveal it to her. When I was a new christian I was (unfortunately) legalistic in some things. My younger sister became pregnant and was marrying the father of the baby. She asked me if I would be her maid of honor. I said no because of the way the baby was conceived. To this day I regret it. How much better it would have been to support her and applaud her decision to do what was right and just cheer her on. I did what I thought was right at the time. But I grew and I learned and God showed me what His grace looks like. Your dd will also grow and learn. Try to have patience with her as she works these things out. (correcting and disciplining when needed but in love and with understanding.)

I saw this yesterday with my 12, 10 & 8 yo. We all loved it. It was fun, exciting, and thoroughly enjoyable. One scary part w/the dinosaur though so keep that in mind if your kids are easily scared. We never see movies in the theatre because it's just too expensive but this is one we really wanted to see on the big screen and we're really glad we did. We went to a matinee to keep the cost down.