I'm sorry she didn't get the outcome she wanted. Is her hair naturally blonde and now it is almost all black? I can't get past the price...seriously? I guess I can't get past the time either. 5.5 hours?! :eek: You are a generous mom. She will always remember that you allowed her to try it. That's pretty cool, even if right now, she has a hard time with the results.

I would encourage you to try it a few more times to find your favorite products (which are generic, not counterfeit). Even shopping there twice a month enables us to save at least $50, if not more. I would think if you stuck to dairy and canned goods, for example, you could still save a pretty penny. I hope it works out for you!

That is just horrid. The only time we've done this was when we forgot a bag. I had the kids run home and grab one and run back, and I felt bad that it was sitting there for that 20 minutes! I just don't understand how anyone can justify leaving excrement out in a public place. Nasty.

We started today because: 1. The schools all went back today, and it seemed like a good idea to follow their lead. 2. I am longing for some routine. 3. The kids are sloth-like and have taken to draping themselves on couches and chairs. I don't think they can even sit up straight anymore. They don't really want to do anything except sit or lay. Break always does that to them! Doing their chores takes twice as long as it normally does, and the whining that comes with it is awful. 4. Co-op starts on 1/10 and they need to be ready.

I would toss it unless your house is pretty chilly.

Just another post to say that I have had a Nook for three years, recently a Nook color (turned into a tablet with SD card) and this has never happened to me. I have always had to approve anything that was downloaded. I hope you were able to get this fixed! I would be very unhappy as well!

No, you are not being unreasonable. In fact, I wouldn't give it a thought if I were your sister. Surely there will be many others there to celebrate with your dn, and especially with you being willing to attend, I can't see why this would be so upsetting. But then, I'm not a big party person, so maybe that is why I feel that way. I hope she isn't too upset and can be understanding.

Wow, that is great news!! You must have been flying high this holiday season! :) Congratulations.

Good for you! Your request was very reasonable, given all you are willing to do. One thing I don't understand. Doesn't she ever go to the store? I mean, what do they eat for snacks, lunches, etc.? Eating take-out in the evening only means she doesn't have to buy food for that meal. What on earth do they eat?

It sounds like you handled the situation very well. My oldest two boys were quite shy, one to the extreme of hiding behind my leg when meeting new people or when someone showed him attention. While I respected his personality, I did require him to say hello when spoken to and answer questions. He did not have to have long conversations, and I would rescue him if I felt the person talking to him didn't understand his boundary. We talked about how to handle these situations in the car on the way to a function and even practiced at home. He knew what was expected and he also knew that he would have many "opportunities" to practice in social situations and that he would not be in trouble if he couldn't handle something. All of this to say that I do think that parents do their children a disservice if they use the "he is just shy" line in front of the child and do not ask them to go a bit beyond their comfort zone for the purpose of social interaction and manners. It is not unreasonable to expect a child to say hello and respond, but I wouldn't be offended if they didn't because of my understanding of naturally shy children and the pain they experience. Please know I am not talking about situations in which the child is exhausted or has been in many stressful social situations prior (but then I would probably not have my child attend yet another function if that has been the case). All bets are off when it comes to tired, stressed kids! Btw, it does occur to me that perhaps they were working on this issue and this was the best they could do at that time and was even an improvement over previous outings. There is no way for us to know what happens in other families.

If you are on Facebook, Cheap e-reads has some good ones. They also have some bad ones, of course. :rolleyes: I have a tablet, so I download Nook books from it as well. http://www.facebook.com/CheapeReads?fref=ts

Oh, I am so sorry that this is happening. I can't say that I understand their reasoning even a little bit, but I can understand what you're feeling, and it really stinks. I will say a prayer for you. :grouphug:

I would do nothing. The culture surrounding this activity is very dangerous, and I would not want to give anyone involved with it a reason to contact me or retaliate. It wouldn't just the the family member that could be dangerous - you'd be opening yourself and your family up to any others in their circle who feel it is their duty to protect the dealer, especially if they financially profit from them in some way. This community is more dangerous than most people even realize. Steer clear. I have been in this situation and was given this advice and am very glad that I listened. *ETA: I would tell close family members that would be of like mind.

I read that this was a possibility, and I was hoping Putin would change his mind for political reasons (or any other reason, for that matter). I am heartbroken for those who have adoptions in the works. I read about a couple who have been visiting a little boy whom they considered their son since he was a baby. He is now 5, and they were getting ready to bring him home. His room is ready, stocked with lovingly chosen books and toys...I just can't imagine the heartbreak. So sad that these children are pawns in this ridiculous political game.

Maybe this will help me feel accountable and I won't have to move so many tasks to tomorrow's list! 1. Change dinner plans because ds's vegetarian gf is coming for dinner 2. Send ds to store with list for aforementioned meal 3. Finish school district paperwork. *VERY IMPORTANT 4. Clean out and reorganize kitchen cupboards 5. Clean downstairs bathroom 6. Clean upstairs shower 7. Oversee teen chores (which haven't been getting done well, if at all) 8. Make a few business phone calls 9. Meal plan for 1/13 10. Play some games with the kids tonight. 11. Exercise on elliptical for at least 30 minutes. 12. Throw laundry and fold between each of these.

We can use Netflix on three devices. This is not ever a problem unless college boys are home. Then, there is a line!

I am back to baking bread for the winter. I usually make five loaves at a time and freeze what we won't be using that day. Dh thinks the bread sometimes loses flavor or makes the crust tougher. Do any of you freeze the dough? I am thinking of freezing individual dough "lumps" and letting it rise in the refrigerator overnight to bake in the morning. Not sure if it will thaw/rise much overnight, though. How do you do it? Do I need to tweak the dough recipe?

I'm in! I plan by the month and will be doing it this coming weekend. I'll be back!

I love: You've Got Mail The Wedding Planner Pride and Prejudice (the mini-series) Little Women (with Winona Rider)

Trying to post links, but it isn't working. I'll get back to you. :)

My favorite is Cook's Country. It is the only one I like well enough to have a subscription. http://www.cookscountry.com/magazine/

I had this happen when I was making knit nightgowns for dd. I ended up ruining one section because I couldn't get it out properly, but the other time, I took the plate off and was able to pry the fabric out. It was a bit stretched, but it came out fine. I hope it works out for you! FYI - Somebody recommended I use a type of tissue paper under the fabric next time. It worked great (but getting all the bits of paper out was a pain).

Oh boy. The whole thing really stinks - the whole thing, from the theft to YOU having to pay to get your vehicle back and have it repaired. :grouphug: So sorry you are going through this. What in the world is wrong with people? :(

I think it is normal and beautiful that she is still childlike in this way! My dd played with her American Girl dolls until last year (12 yo), and her "big" gift this year was a Furby. They are children for so short a time. Please don't try to "break her" of this! I wish more girls were like this.

I bet that's the difference. We got MJ about a year ago, and it is the newer version.