Jackie- I learned magic loop by watching a tutorial on you tube. The key for me is a comfortably long and very flexible circular. I like those from knitpicks or addi turbos. This link may be the one I used, there are several to choose from on You tube...

Congratulations on your new additions! I did not read every reply to your OP, but three of my four babies were late term preemies (36, 35, 34 weeks). My BF experience with each was different, but ultimately successful. I'd definitely recommend pumping as much as possible to keep your milk supply up and store any excess for use later. One of mine was very sleepy and we would stimulate her feet and undress her and stimulate her with a cool wash cloth to get her roused enough to feed well. If she dozed back off we'd wake and repeat. We aimed for every 2 to 2 1/2 hrs from start of feeding to start of the next one and only let her have one longer stretch at night (more like 3-4 hrs). Definitely consult a lactation consultant for help as well, especially if they are feeding better from bottle than breast. With one of mine I used a n*pple shield to make it easier her for to latch one for several weeks. With another we used pumped breast milk in a supplemental nursing system to keep a slower, but steady supply. There are lots of things you could try that may help. Blessings, Beth

I went to school with a poor girl named "Marcia Mello". She happened to be a round and plump sort of a girl too. I felt terribly for her.

No advice, just sympathy. I'm right there with you.

My dh is a chemistry teacher. If you have specific topics or questions, pm me and I'll check with him about resources for you.

I'm a thrower who has been trying to force myself to knit continental. I knit quite a bit and have been having some pain in my right shoulder from the throwing. I can now knit a little continental but am having trouble with the purling.

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Thanks to everyone for their replies, exactly the advice that I was looking for. :)

My dh uses this at his public high school as supplement, but would not consider it a full course, at least at the high school level. I can't comment on the lower levels. His school has a comprehensive license available to all students.

I played as a young child using the Suzuki method. My 7yo dd would like to begin playing, but she is left handed. Anyone with experience as to whether or not a specific left handed instrument is recommended. She'd need a 1/2 size instrument and I could borrow one from a friend IF we use a traditional (right handed) model. I've gotten conflicting advise so far. Some say to have them play traditionally, others suggest a left handed instrument. I wouldn't say my dd is truly ambi-dextrous (sp?) but she is able to do some activities such as sports and using scissors with her right hand.

Most mean roosters didn't live long at our place, but I've heard that others have had success with carrying a spray bottle with water and dousing at the first sign of aggression. This can be done from a bit of a distance with some practice.