The only thing HIPPA does is allow the docs to charge over $30 to have 18 pieces of paper from your medical record transferred to your new doc. I wonder how much it would have cost me for the whole record!:banghead:

:grouphug: Teaching children to read can be so hard! Both of mine at first did not like it. (my ds5 still does not). But they will over time. First I would take a break from reading - for now. Just spend time being her mom and doing "fun school" (making cookies, counting jelly beans, reading to her). Do things that will repair your relationship. Then, when you are ready to restart again..... Give her things that she can read. Even if it is the same little Bob book or sentence over and over to build her confidence and make at least associate some fun with reading. The goal is not to frustrate them but you must be consistent and read everyday. Have you tried Exploding the Code? or Bob Books? These have worked for many parents in your situation. Here is what we do: OPGTR - my goal is at least 3 lessons a week, more if tolerated. I try to attach a fun snack or some reward with the lesson - but he must do it. I also try to get it done first thing. For my kids I always found the earlier the better. The lesson should take no more than 15 mins at the most. At least 1 Bob book a day - his choice even it it is the same book every day. This is to build confidence and give some freedom. On the days where reading is really, really hard for him, we stop and I just read to him. I read to him every day anyway for at least 30 mins if not more and we listen to books or tape. We read books like Charlotte's Web, Shiloh, anything by Eric Kimmel or Patricia Palacco and sometimes just for fun books. My ds9, HATED reading. It was such a struggle. Some days were tears. (I have since learned not to push so hard) BUT now he reads very well. He will spend hours reading books. I am so glad I stuck with it, even though it was hard. You can do it!!

I am sorry you and dd are going through this :grouphug: Just a thought - Dealing with difficult people is very hard but a necessary part of growing up. When she is working in the real world, you won't be able to speak to her boss about problems. Could your daughter and some other team members could tell the coach how they feel? The coach might appreciate being spoken to directly. If that does not work, they(or you) can speak to the administrator. We all have a tough time learning new things. Being a coach can be difficult. It sounds like she needs course correction. These comments do seem rude and it is a coach's job to inspire not insult the team. I hope it works out for you.

Good for you!!! Do some research on the internet about growing veggies in California. Your growing season is different than most of us in more temperate regions. You probably are still able to grow many things. Good luck!!

Thanks Amy! Any and all prayers are appreciated. From all the advice I have gotten, it seems to need to trust myself and trust God. No names yet for a boy. If it is a girl (although the u/s says boy) it will be Virginia Elizabeth. As a side note, the home we live in has been in my family for 120 years. Virginia, my great aunt, was the last baby to be born in the house and she lived here until 3 years ago when we moved in. I really want to have a homebirth!!!!

I will check out those sites! Thanks Darla!!

I have read so many books on childbirth and read about birthing that my head is spinning :willy_nilly: I keep coming back to the fear that something could go wrong particularly a prolapsed cord and pushing too early. I am thinking Darla has the right idea....I just need to put it into God's hands. I am going to do some praying tonight. :lol: but I was thinking a Mike's might be good.

:grouphug: Repeat after me, They are my children and I love them.....

How did you relax your fears about the emergencies that might happen? What did you do that you think made it a successful experience? (or wish you would have done) I would appreciate hearing your stories.

Our co-op just recently started collecting box tops. I think the lady in charge just went to the website and got a phone number. I know we don't have a special tax # and we were able to sign up. Good luck!

Welcome Chelle!

Check out Pa Homeschoolers and CHAP. (Christian Homeschool Association of PA). The both have great info on homeschooling in PA (esp CHAP). http://www.chaponline.com/ Even if you are not Christian, the information they provide in the getting started section and Law and Forms section is very good. They also have a good convention every year in Harrisburg. We moved to PA from NJ 3 years ago and I have not found the law to be too bad. (NJ had no law). You do have to watch the school districts. They try to make up their own laws and call asking for info you do not need to provide. The Oley Valley School district where we are is not too bad. Good luck! PA is a great state to live in!

:grouphug: My dh has type 1 also. If the insulin pump becomes an option for you, definitely consider it. It has made a definite improvement in my dh life. Feel free to post if you need more support!

I use this rule too. The only thing that escapes this rule is curriculum and hand me downs for the younger kids. Sometimes I might go 2 years if there is a special circumstance. Good luck! (BTW - I personally would keep the paper. We use doubles sides for unimportant printing jobs)

I use zucchini and yellow squash interchangeably (in breads too). They go great together. We like to grill our yellow squash and zucchini marinated in some salad dressing best of all. Cous Cous and yogurt salad with zucchini sounds yummy! Can you post the recipe?

My ds9 outgrew it. Ds5 now speaks the same way. We confuse th and f. I only correct them when we are learning phonics. Good for dad for helping out!

HHMM...I like my skillets with straight sides but I also like the clear lid. Does either have a guarantee? I can't say that I have chosen a pan simply for its clear lid but I have chosen one by the sides. Can you pick which trait is more important to you?

What great pictures!! Thanks for sharing!

Our son just got his first DS this past February. He had to save up and earn the money to pay for the games and the system doing chores, B-day and X-mas money. It took him about 6 months. We also have a game cube that is a family toy and are talking about getting a Wii this Xmas as a family toy. My ds9 likes the DS and I have found it a great thing when we have had to go to drs appointments or other appointments that I know are going to be long. I also allowed him to bring it to a wedding recently for everyone's enjoyment. Otherwise, it generally does not leave the house. As a general rule in our home, "TV time" which includes any electronic media (with a few exceptions) is restricted to 30 minutes a day. This includes the DS. Our ds5 has been asking for one but not until he can earn it himself.

Picking chicken breeds is a personal choice based on what your are looking for. We have RR reds, a few sex linked reds, two banties for fun, a buff orpington, and 3 barred cochin. We are try different breeds to see which ones we like. I would encourage you to visit the Murray McMurray Website. They have great info and reviews for chickens. We buy ours there every year. We also found the book Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens. Good luck with your chickens and goats!

I use the free one with the younger kids and find it is enough for us. PA does require us to keep records. I have heard that the Plus is good for the high school level but not necessary for the elementary grades. Why don't you download the free one and try it out? You can always upgrade to the Plus later.

Happy Birthday!!!! :hurray::hurray::party:

What a great way to handle the situation! Good for you!!

I find that for impulse, that is just the way he is, behaviors, positive/negative reinforcement works very well. We make a chart. For each time he obeys and does what he is told he gets a star or happy face. So many happy faces wins him a prize, like more TV time or a treat of some sort. Disobedience wins him an X. After so many Xs he loses a priviledge like TV time or dessert or does more housework. I don't have to do this much with my ds9 now but it works very well with the younger ones. To me, the key is changing a habit they have developed (talking at bedtime) and replacing it with a new habit (not talking at bedtime). I do agree that since his mom died, he may be having anxiety issues. Maybe you could replace the talking with another sleep friendly activity? My boys will make up stories sometimes with dh while in bed. (each adds to part of the story). This helps them to settle down and relax. (it is time consuming though) Now willful disobedience is another story.......

I organize by size/season. For example, I have one box/bin for size 3. If there are too many clothes and I need another box, I then organize by season. 3 summer/spring in one and 3 fall/winter in another. This works well with us. Half my attic is full of clothes boxes too. Its crazy!