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My 7th grader really enjoyed Halflings by Heather Burch. There are three in the series.
Barnes and Nobel had it too so you might be able to find it locally.
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I'll stand in the doorway of her tiny room telling her to pick up towels and she'll pick up everything but the towelsh her.
This is a heart issue...she is being blatantly defiant...challenging you to see what you are going to do. I cannot really give you a set in stone example of a consequence for an action. Each child is different and will respond differently. Look at what matters to her and use that to help motivate her from within herself to want to obey your instruction.
I can give an example of what I mean....DD was to keep the kitchen dishes done over the summer...she was having trouble following through and then would have to go to band camp..no dishes done. Finally one day I sat down in the chair and said my car drives when my kitchen is clean. She responded with " I will be late to band" too which I replied" if you do not want to be late then next time ensure your chores are finished before it's time to go". I never had to mention the dishes again that summer.....band was important to her so she wanted to cooperate.
I notice there has not been a consequence mentioned in any of your examples.....Sweep the floor....or what?
She is asking that question over and over it would seem. What are you going to do about it?
I thought of another example..."you need to clean your room by noon today. If a thorough job is not done then I will bring a garbage bag in and I will clean it for you". It only took one time of mom throwing everything left out of place away( except things like shoes and jackets....my choice to keep it out). From then on when they would say "I do not want to clean my room" I would simply say"no problem, I will be happy to do it for you".
Decide in advance what the command is, what the result will be if not followed, state those and them be prepared to follow though every time. Actually expect her to challenge you the first few times so just pretend to be busy about your own agenda...instead be standing by to follow though on your request and the consequence.
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Here is a recipe from the old board, at least twelve years old.
Get your favorite brownie mix.
Mix and bake.
Enjoy while looking at the yucky brussel sprouts you just threw in the garbage.
oh LOL too funny! THanks for sharing
Thanks all
I think Kolbe put this up and i think of it whenever I see brussel sprouts.
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So...last night I asked my hubby what he wanted with Christmas ham.....he responded....Brussels sprouts! We have been married 21 years and I have never!ever made them. I am not sure I have even eaten them.
Later he says he was just kidding........WELL.......
I have decided to make them anyway....LOL hope he likes them
So anyone know how and what to do with them?
Thanks
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i would look for used equipment. I bought a used film Nikon years ago on Ebay to have as an extra for shooting a wedding. So check Ebay, check B&H Photo online b/c they do have used equipment sometimes too. Tripods can run from pretty cheap to pretty expensive. I finally ended up buying an expensive one because of how light it is and how sturdy it is. I am a Nikon person, but i am sure the other brands would work fine as well. Do understand that there will be a learning curve for how to use the cameras.
Thanks Mama Geek. I will do the research before buying. Hahahahahah yeah I figure it will take time to learn to take good photos that I like
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Ok, I have zero advice for a camera, but I just have to share a text exchange with my DH from just yesterday.
Background: He's been a space "geek" for as long as I've known him. He really, really, REALLY wants to see the Northern Lights. I'm from Canada, and have seen a few spectacular "nature shows" in my life, but unfortunately for DH, we never happen to visit at the right time for him to see them. He has decided that they are a "myth". In a joking manner of course.
He's been out of town, and we are going home for Christmas, so this is a couple texts he sent me yesterday:
All my clothes are clean and ready for Canadia and the land of the mythical "northern lights"
I bet unicorns ride the lights while leprechauns hide the pot of gold during them because the lights provide a distraction.
LOL :D
One of these days I hope he gets to see them for real! My family is always nice and helpful when they see them. They call to tell DH he should be visiting now! 😄
HaHaHa I bet he jut loves their help! I do hope he will get to see them. they are worth the search.. Thanks for sharing
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Thanks for input. We will be here for a few years so I think I will go with them for the girls. Yes, they wear them over clothing here too. Everyone I have talked to here loves it and says they will not go back to not having one...hahahah
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oh HUGS! I remember when DS was at that stage. I adopted a rewind and try over approach. I would say something like
"that was very disrespectful. rewind and try that again". or " that was unacceptable lets try again" Many times he did not perceive his behavior as being rude. It was helpful to be given a chance to try again. At this age they are learning the appropriate expression of emotions...doing it wrong is a learning tool.
I bought a few books that he enjoyed...Lintball Leo talked about the changes going on in his body. http://www.christianbook.com/lintball-not-so-stupid-questions-about/walt-larimore/9780310705451/pd/0545X?item_code=WW&netp_id=305920&event=ESRCG&view=details
Also Preparing for adolescence is a good book written to the young person. I remember it talks about the fact you may feel like your parents are picking on you, feelings are normal but your parents really love you.
I think I bribed him to read them,you know offered him the new game he wanted when he finished
Chocolate and time mend this stage....LOL
I heard it once described as your teen entering a fog....just hang on and get them through the next two years..
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The skirt is worn over your clothing like snow pants. Snow pants require taking boots off to remove the pants, then put boots back on.....she does not have time so will not wear the pants to school. I thought the skirt might be a quick on and off option as I understand temps drop as low as -50. I do not want to buy anything needless yet want to ensure they are protected in the extreme cold.
I will look into a long jacket...that may be a good option.
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Also, there is some kind of image stacking software (possibly free?) that people use in astrophotography.... I will root through my astronomy club messages and see if I can dig up more info. I know lots of people that don't have extremely fancy/expensive cameras that make awesome images. You are so lucky! It's a life goal of mine to see the Aurora Borealis. :)
Thank you Jen in NY. It is a wonderful goal. We have been so blessed to live here in the frozen north. I am just in awe at the handiwork of God. We had a show last week from horizon to horizon! It went for like 45 minutes.....words can not describe it! I told my husband if we never see any more I am happy. They were spectacular
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You theoretically could use any camera that has manual settings. But to get crisp pictures with a slow shutter speed, you really need to use a tripod and a remote shutter control. Those are produced commercially for DSLR-type cameras. You could look at refurb DSLRs which might come close to your budget. There also may be some DIY remote controls for non-DSLRs. Have you searched on a camera-centric forum? There's one at dpreview.com with lots of helpful info.
Oh thanks zombie I will check that forum? I just found out our parents are sending money for Christmas to help with our camera so my budget will be more.
I have heard we will we a tripod.
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Hi- I hope you find the camera you seek. You might want to change the name of this thread since "Aurora Shooting" is a sad term (murders during Batman movie) and that's not what this thread is about.
oh I am so sorry! I had no reference for that.....thanks for letting me know...will change
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We live where the temps this week are below -20. I saw a snow skirt at an outdoor store by skhoop like this one.
http://www.amazon.com/Skhoop-Womens-Original-Skirt/dp/B00CSJOPPM/ref=pd_sim_sbs_a_2
Does anyone have one? Do you like it?Would it be beneficial for my girls standing waiting for the bus? It is so pricy yet I feel for them. The bus was late and they stood out there in COLd for 30 minutes. High school is so hot that they do not need base layers once in school. Would this provide protection and then be quick off to go in a locker once they got to school?
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Carhartt thermal lined pants or jeans with a base layer. I love the thick smartwool socks...SAMs clubs carry them for $13 a pair. my hubby was given two set of thermals by the military..one is thinner and then he adds a waffle layer when it is cold like today-33.
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We just moved to a really cold climate and have to add a base layer. I found cuddle duds at SAMs club. They can be found at amazon here http://www.amazon.com/Cuddl-Duds-Womens-Climatesmart-Legging/dp/B00EEFB4L6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1387244170&sr=8-4&keywords=cuddle+duds
They are not tight at all and I have found I can wear them under everything.
Also I just got a pair of fleece lined tights....the top is loose??not tight at all and I am thick in the middle but they are comfortable. I am in love with these tights??? I bought them at our value village so I am not sure what brand they are.....they are warm and comfortable! I want to buy another pair if I can find them.
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I am a point and shoot kind of girl but we now live where we can experience the Northern lights and a point and shoot will not work.
What type of camera do I need to look for? All I know is the shutter speed needs to be slow? If you have a specific camera to recommend I would appreciate it. I am looking to spend $300 or less if possible.
We saw the most amazing show last week and I could not share it with others. I really hope to be able to change that for the next show. Many thanks
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if your looking for a large foot good luck. I finally had a. pair made for my husband. from beaver fur. He loves them!
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great post... I will share with my DS who will be going off to college next fall.
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I am trying to think of a gift to give my 17 yr old that he may appreciate in college. We do not live in the lower 48 so big items are out of the question. We will just have to buy the fridge when we get him set up in his dorm. For those of you that have sent kids to college what did they need?
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I was just thinking about what Happened here last year and wondered if the board would do it again. Thanks for coordinating it again parrot head.
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We have stayed once at carribean beach resort and twice at pop century. The carribean beach was for our honeymoon and we loved it. When we went back with our kids they had just opened pop century and we had a special rate so we could not stay off sight for less. We were so happy with our stay. We love the fact that there is a restaurant on sight. We had planned to eat breakfast in our room each day but the convenience and cost had us eating in the restaurant. It is a value resort and so the rooms are not overly large. However, we go to Disney for the parks so we do not spend much time in our room. If we do stay at the hotel it is to be in the pool and heir pool is nice.
For us we decided to spend less on our room so we could get the meal plan! What a great plan that was. We will always have the meal plan from now on. It was easy and we ate at places and food we would not have eaten otherwise.
I know another poster talked about the value resorts and low class people and rudeness but my family did not experience this at all. We had three rooms on one of our trips as we were there with extended family. We love that the restaurant is on site and close for early morning coffee.
February will not be overly crowded so I think you could stay at any resort and enjoy it.
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I think it is a great right of passage idea. I have tried to have something like that for each age from 12- 16. One year they could wear chunk heels, one year any heels,mascara and lip gloss another year, then full makeup. It gave them something to look forward to and helped them grow up a little at a time
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I came across this and thought it was such a good perspective. I just wanted to share. I hope you enjoy it too.
http://lovinglifeathome.com/2013/11/25/a-mothers-job-description/
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if your bill is the main problem! call Direct tv....I have found they want to keep customers and will give reduced packages to keep you as a customer. They can on,y offer those when you call to cancel. I discovered this by accident once when we had looked at our budget and decided to cancel. They connected me to a special section and the guy started talking about specials they could offer. I was like my husband said to turn it off because it does not fit our budget....he offered me a great deal for a year so we stayed with them, The next year when the price set back I just called them back.
I found they only offer you a better price when you are talking of not being a customer....then they offer all kinds of deals. We too have only added channels for a short time....otherwise we have the basic package. I once found a family package that was on,y $14 a month that was not offered or advertised online.
How many clothes should DD14 have?
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HUgS to you! AT&T his stage of life as long as. attitude is good we can work around a messy floor. That is what the door is for, I close it when it bothers me.
Just one thing to add. Many times we find it easier to get rid of things when we think in terms of "blessing" someone else. I have items I do not use or do not love so I will donate them to bless someone else. I think this also raises awareness beyond ones self to think about others and how we can help others. I have found it helps me and my kiddos when a cleaning out needs to be done. They actually get excited to see how many things they can bless with. There is joy as the pile grows not dread and resistance.