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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jul 08 (0)
  • Who is awake? New board coming in a few minutes.., - nutmeg 23:13 Jul 8 (0)
  • "Texas Caviar", anyone? Desperately Seeking the Recipe! (m) - molly's mom 20:42 Jul 8 (3)
  • Anyone else teaching Grammar stage but stressing over HighSchool? - d4pw in So.FLA 20:14 Jul 8 (2)
  • Another bathroom color scheme question - I think I may have a winner - lovemykids 19:58 Jul 8 (2)
  • Healthy food gurus: I need to *gain* wieght, Dh needs to *lose*-help us! (m) - camibami 19:56 Jul 8 (3)
  • Would anyone know what this might be? - melmac 19:39 Jul 8 (20)
  • What is/are your favorite Christian fiction book(s)? Thanks. NT - Josie 19:36 Jul 8 (7)
  • Betsy in In - bethinny 19:34 Jul 8 (0)
  • Eye Cream - Getting Older 19:32 Jul 8 (2)
  • Dog bite update!! Went over and talked to them today....... - Rachel 19:28 Jul 8 (13)
  • Recipe from Prudence and the Millers - Tanya 19:00 Jul 8 (1)
  • Yikes, I just realized how MUCH food choices affect my family's behavior. (m) - Whisperlily 18:36 Jul 8 (7)
  • Quieter, calmer, small breeds (m) - Dana in NC 18:26 Jul 8 (8)
  • Number of homeschoolers in NYS?............... - Ann 18:15 Jul 8 (1)
  • Theology in Pirates of the Caribbean II...(no real spoilers...m) - Jill, OK in VA 17:37 Jul 8 (0)
  • I have a terrible time fitting my tiny dd (age 6) in skirts...where would be a good place to shop?... - RhondaM. 17:30 Jul 8 (10)
  • Another hs-er sent me this. On "simplicity" by Don Aslett. Very inspiring! - Katherine B. in TX 17:30 Jul 8 (2)
  • Poll--Countertop in the kitchen. What do you have? Love it/hateit? Maintenance and durability and looks. - Boymama 16:49 Jul 8 (40)
  • Quick question... about to go shopping... what is the cheapest place to buy playmobil? nt - Kay in Cal 16:40 Jul 8 (4)
  • Should we buy this dog? It has the same father as it's mother.... - paradise 16:21 Jul 8 (7)
  • How can I listen to music clips in Real Player or Windows Media Player on my mac? nt - Michelle T 16:19 Jul 8 (1)
  • Completely OT, but did anyone ever watch Picket Fences? - Ria 16:01 Jul 8 (2)
  • If anyone out there is still using Windows 3.1, 95, or 98, and would like a free, unopened copy of Bible Explorer 2.0, it's yours for the asking. nt - Katherine B. in TX 15:59 Jul 8 (2)
  • Just read an interesting article by Michael Crichton entitled, "Fear, Complexity, & Environmental Management in the 21st Century".. link enclosed... - Dana in OR 15:59 Jul 8 (1)
  • Another foster/adopt question.... - Pamela 15:53 Jul 8 (5)
  • Another WW question for those who use the online version(m) - MelissaJ 15:41 Jul 8 (0)
  • NEED advice: For this vacation month I have eaten too much junk food, sweets (more) - Janet 15:33 Jul 8 (4)
  • Can you recommend a good prenatal vitamin? (sm) - Nicole in CA 15:00 Jul 8 (5)
  • What is the address to look up sex offenders in my neighborhood? nt - self777 14:56 Jul 8 (3)
  • Lenders Redux: Opinons on aimloan.com? - Sherrill in VA 14:51 Jul 8 (0)
  • An 8th grade education in 1895.... This will inspire you! - amber in GA 14:50 Jul 8 (1)
  • "As the World Turns" viewers, read this (m) - mama of two-ize 14:39 Jul 8 (1)
  • For those who write personally or professionally(blogs included), how do you find the time to squeeze it in?nt - Kimber 14:35 Jul 8 (12)
  • When is the final soccer match? Tomorrow...but what time? We live on the east coast. nt - Ria 14:34 Jul 8 (1)
  • For a personal shower (m) - Scarlett 14:09 Jul 8 (3)
  • Need a good *doctored* spaghetti sauce recipe (thought someone posted one here once)... - AmyCC 14:01 Jul 8 (6)
  • To put a face with the baby... keep praying! - Copswife 13:58 Jul 8 (20)
  • Anyone have a favorite mechanical pencil? nt - AmyCC 13:36 Jul 8 (15)
  • Poll: Which is better Clorox ready mop or the Swiffer mop?nt - Belinda 13:33 Jul 8 (5)
  • For those of you interested in ideas to prepare greens (collards, chard, beet, etc.)..... - Camy (6 boybarians, 1 little lady) 13:24 Jul 8 (4)
  • Keepers at Home AND girl scouts - margaret 13:03 Jul 8 (3)
  • Lisa in Ft. Lauderdale's husband.... - Kelli in TN 12:55 Jul 8 (2)
  • It is like a WTM jinx or something..... - Kelli in TN 12:53 Jul 8 (2)
  • Another furniture stripping question... - nancypants 12:48 Jul 8 (1)
  • World Cup Soccer: My son is worried that you ladies might be disappointed that Germany's Ballack isn't playing today! My family's interest... - battlemaiden 12:45 Jul 8 (5)
  • Could this work for "Health" ?? - DollyM 12:35 Jul 8 (1)
  • Education Publications (M) - one_l_michele 12:29 Jul 8 (0)
  • WooHoo!!! Brag alert!!! - Unicorn ( formerly newHSmominTX) 12:29 Jul 8 (3)
  • Colleen, have you ever tried making those cookies with Sucanat? I don't think I have brown sugar.... :/ nt - *anj* 11:40 Jul 8 (0)
  • Pster, are you there? I just found a question you asked me about 6 boards ago. Re: strawberry sorbet - *anj* 11:34 Jul 8 (3)
  • Anna: Whatever happened with the neglected neighborhood children? Forgive me if you've already updated everyone. nt - Kim in NV 11:22 Jul 8 (3)
  • Poll (of sorts): What kind of interesting learning experiences have your dc had with regard to your dh's, other family member's, or friend's occupations? nt - Stella! 11:00 Jul 8 (14)
  • May we talk about coffee for a moment? (m) - mama of two-ize 10:50 Jul 8 (33)
  • FireFly - Thanks for being willing to "remind" me if I posted this week! - lovemykids 10:38 Jul 8 (0)
  • I know that Bula Mama posts over here a lot as well and just wanted to let you know that her dh died earlier this week. - Becki in IN 10:37 Jul 8 (12)
  • Need help packing - 1st time ds at camp for a week - Sue in WA 10:02 Jul 8 (7)
  • Daughter's surgery - JenniinKS 9:46 Jul 8 (5)
  • Need to pack books & put in storage what are your fav containers? (nt) - Clara in Maimi 9:36 Jul 8 (2)
  • Is there any chance of getting permanent ink off shorts that have already gone through the dryer? nt - AmyCC 9:27 Jul 8 (3)
  • Holly IN re: planners - Pster 9:03 Jul 8 (11)
  • how can I be happier, more cheerful? - moira 9:01 Jul 8 (17)
  • Should we go with my dh on a 2-week business trip to the Isle of Man?...(m)... - Sue Scott Wellons 8:45 Jul 8 (8)
  • ***COLLEEN!!!*** Are you there? Thank you! - JP in WA 8:42 Jul 8 (0)
  • I am being askedfor an explanation of my grading system - Quiver0f10 8:41 Jul 8 (4)
  • What is your favorite Leslie Sansone video? You know the Walk Away the Pounds lady....? nm - KLynnTX 8:09 Jul 8 (2)
  • Hoover steam vac from yardsale-no instructions-how do I work this thing? - cat in black 8:04 Jul 8 (2)
  • Needleroozer...about the carob... - Lisa in Transition 7:56 Jul 8 (0)
  • You know what seems interesting to me? Down below on the where were you born poll.... m - KLynnTX 7:51 Jul 8 (53)
  • Geography Quiz site: How well do you know your geography? - Old Dominion Heather (who needs to brush up on the European countries!) 7:24 Jul 8 (8)
  • Defrosting ground turkey dripped all over my just picked blueberries! Can I save them by cooking them? nt - Monique in NJ 7:09 Jul 8 (4)
  • Qustions about things to do in Colorado...........Downtown aquarium?, Natural history museum? (more inside) thanks - Amber 6:56 Jul 8 (16)
  • Radical, effective, inexpensive new treatment for Japanese Beetles!! - PariSarah in NC 6:36 Jul 8 (3)
  • For those of you who put timelines on the wall...approximately how many linear feet of space is your timeline? Thanks. m - Holly in FL 6:36 Jul 8 (0)
  • Just wondering, what toothpaste doesn't have flouride? m - KLynnTX 6:28 Jul 8 (11)
  • Tutoring.... - Quiver0f10 6:19 Jul 8 (3)
  • Need advice.............friend's dog bit my husband - Rachel 6:00 Jul 8 (75)
  • Do you have to have a degree in teaching to tutor? - home'scool 5:47 Jul 8 (3)
  • I must decide on a piano/keyboard! Help, please. - battlemaiden 5:34 Jul 8 (10)
  • Colors needed for bathroom. - lovemykids 5:22 Jul 8 (11)
  • Pster!! I responded to your question with another one in the planner post ....(link inside) - Holly IN 5:04 Jul 8 (0)
  • *INCREDIBLE* Classical Blog w/TONS of links! - Kris in TN 4:28 Jul 8 (1)
  • OT: Ok, I just bought one of those monster papayas--the kind that's as round as a football and twice as long? - PariSarah in NC 3:49 Jul 8 (1)
  • And yet another Purely Frivolous Poll. Where you born? (nt) - Colleen 1:46 Jul 8 (164)
  • Pray - Copswife 22:42 Jul 7 (32)
  • Way off thread furniture stripping question - MelissaJ 22:33 Jul 7 (3)
  • I'm going on a mission trip to Poland, what am I forgetting to pack? - frogpond1 22:09 Jul 7 (14)
  • major bathroom remodeling going on here and I need advice on the color scheme for decorating. . . can you give me a hand? - mrs. whatsit 21:10 Jul 7 (12)
  • Colleen, did you decide on a vacation destination? - Crissy in WA 20:35 Jul 7 (2)
  • Weight Watchers is expensive! How do y'all justify the cost? My dh is going to freak out when I tell him the price. nt. - Yvette S. 20:34 Jul 7 (11)
  • Other post below is way long, so here's a new one: FUNNY THINGS YOUR KIDS HAVE SAID/ DONE: (lots inside!) - Calico Frog 20:10 Jul 7 (10)
  • Re: Funny things our kids have said: Here's my favorite one (M) - Hillary in KS 20:05 Jul 7 (2)
  • Any recommendations for a really special place to stay in Nantucket? nt - d4pw in So.FLA 20:05 Jul 7 (7)
  • Needleroozer, are you around this weekend? - Crissy in WA 20:02 Jul 7 (2)
  • Good Doggy! Our lab puppy (puppy?! He is 10-months old!) just saved hubby from a pitbull!!!! - JFS in IL 19:46 Jul 7 (1)
  • Peela and/or anyone else who can help with an anemia/ vegetarian question... - Laurie in SEA 19:17 Jul 7 (10)
  • What computer/gamecube etc games require plenty of reading and are well-liked by children? nt thx - Alexandra 19:04 Jul 7 (6)
  • Music Ace Deluxe - Is it worthwhile? What was your experience? nt - lovemykids 18:40 Jul 7 (2)
  • Need advice on a gift for my mom. Esp. classical music lovers and teachers please advise! (m) - JP in WA 18:34 Jul 7 (6)
  • Gloria!! (re: bankruptcy and other options!). For much less than $2,000 a month - Carol (mom of 3) 18:21 Jul 7 (1)
  • What's up with WP? m - Jeri 17:58 Jul 7 (4)
  • Anyone else tired of dealing with the other kids in the neighborhood yet? nt - Christina in OR 17:54 Jul 7 (21)
  • Ack! Dyson people--quick...... - Carrie in WA 17:42 Jul 7 (2)
  • Would anyone know why colds re-surface again just right after you`re almost done with one? nt - Tracey 17:19 Jul 7 (2)
  • Just found out that Sally Clarkson (my favorite!) is going to be giving a Whole Hearted Child conference in Duluth, GA, Sept. 8-9. Let me know if anyone needs any more info. nt - Mom2-3 17:17 Jul 7 (1)
  • Sunflower, about the gallbladder . . . - Luann in ID 17:08 Jul 7 (0)
  • Does anyone know if what stores might be selling tshirts with curious george on them / paraphenalia(sp?) ?? nt - Pster 17:00 Jul 7 (1)
  • I missed contributing to the Mom-isms down below; mine are "He's happy, *leave him alone*!" "Go get him, before he (fill in the blank)!" "Give that back to him." "Take that away from him." Anyone else have a twenty-month old? :o) nt - Jill, OK in VA 16:57 Jul 7 (50)
  • OK, I'm a very young FlyBaby! -m - Breann in WA 16:54 Jul 7 (3)
  • Does anyone know how to make balsamic glaze? - Melody in IL 16:53 Jul 7 (4)
  • Ria - I'm thinking of ordering the planner you use. What's the cover made of? nt - lovemykids 16:40 Jul 7 (2)
  • Anyone else going to the CHEA of California convention this weekend? nt - BirkenKathy 16:29 Jul 7 (0)
  • What's the funniest thing your dc have said lately? nt - katalaska (who needs some humor today) 16:25 Jul 7 (62)
  • Where are the Pirates of the Carribean reviews? My ds is anxiously awaiting word from the hive. nt - battlemaiden 16:23 Jul 7 (17)
  • MFS, here's Regina in St. Louis' link from the old board to NeglectedBooks.com. nt but link - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 16:23 Jul 7 (0)
  • Priceless - Quiver0f10 16:23 Jul 7 (5)
  • do you have to take wallpaper off if you're just going to apply a thin layer of plaster over it? (nt) - Jodi 16:22 Jul 7 (2)
  • Nanny McPhee--a movie for what ages? Don't know anything about it so (m) - katalaska 16:15 Jul 7 (17)
  • Hive Mind: Lenders? Mortgage Brokers? Oh, my! - Sherrill in VA 15:59 Jul 7 (11)
  • Little ladies, little gentlemen and Vision Forum catalog.... - Kelli in TN 15:49 Jul 7 (39)
  • Colleen: about the cookies - BirkenstockMom 15:40 Jul 7 (1)
  • What do i do with boneless country style pork ribs? nt - Christina in OR 15:32 Jul 7 (6)
  • I have an opportunity to tutor middle school English/grammar. I have a BA in English. What should I charge? nt - Katherine B. in TX 15:14 Jul 7 (8)
  • Almost afraid to ask but....are those battery operated cars for kids... - Pster 15:10 Jul 7 (5)
  • Other chicken cams - *anj* 14:44 Jul 7 (0)
  • Live chicken cam - *anj* 14:39 Jul 7 (3)
  • Anybody from Winter Haven, FL that knows about the schools in that area? sm - Pster 14:38 Jul 7 (1)
  • Looking for the BEST oatmeal cookie recipe you've ever had that isn't - Molly 14:22 Jul 7 (9)
  • I bought my sewing machine!!!! - HollyAL 14:13 Jul 7 (7)
  • Grrrrrrr. Somone implied my 2yo son was a sissy! (m.....) - Elizabeth 14:12 Jul 7 (14)
  • PLEASE! Help me install Quarter mile Math!!!!!!!! more - steppingstonemomma 13:48 Jul 7 (1)
  • How to handle this? - Lia in Ga 13:44 Jul 7 (25)
  • Jenn- thanks for emailing those forms! I just emailed you. :-) nt - battlemaiden 13:41 Jul 7 (0)
  • For those who love Playmobile... I have great childhood memories of Playmobile, but until now we haven't bought any... - Kay in Cal 13:39 Jul 7 (12)
  • Any news on Jenni in KS's DD? nt - jmgconner 13:38 Jul 7 (0)
  • Lisa in Ft. Lauderdale..... - Kelli in TN 13:33 Jul 7 (0)
  • I joined the hive mind again... bought Crocs today... they are SOOOO comfortable. - Kay in Cal 13:23 Jul 7 (20)
  • Does anyone here have experience with Network Twentyone? - lovemykids 13:20 Jul 7 (0)
  • Would my Lego loving son be disappointed with Mega-Blocks? m - Loa 13:16 Jul 7 (13)
  • I have a WWYD for the hive mind - Just Me 13:16 Jul 7 (10)
  • Battlemaiden: You have mail (weekly schedules) nt - PameLA in VA 13:14 Jul 7 (1)
  • I woke up with a slight sore throat, and now it's so bad it's in my ears and I can hardly swallow - what can I do? - Jodi 13:11 Jul 7 (2)
  • Today has been a hard day... ;( - Regina in MO 13:11 Jul 7 (7)
  • Delicious sounding recipe for a southeast Asian soup. - *anj* 13:06 Jul 7 (0)
  • I haven't been on the boards for about a week now; I miss you guys! And it's so hard to read these boards when there are things I would have responded to, but now it's too late! Waah! nt - mama of two-ize 12:58 Jul 7 (1)
  • OT: Ideas on best ways to sell our vehicle? Trading it in is not an option (nt) - Margaret H 12:42 Jul 7 (1)
  • A lot of decorating talk. Anyone have a Tuscan flavor to their decorating... - Lisa CA 12:39 Jul 7 (5)
  • jmgconner, Thanks so much for the face generator link below! Dh and I are having so much fun with it! nt - Dawn E 11:57 Jul 7 (2)
  • Board or Card game suggestions? How about a movie or 2 to rent? (m) - threelops 11:52 Jul 7 (4)
  • Have you hosted an exchange student? What would you do/not do over again? (m) - Hillary in KS 11:48 Jul 7 (3)
  • I have to interview our new mayor... want to help me think of interview questions? - Old Dominion Heather 11:41 Jul 7 (2)
  • Spanish for 4th grader? - kris 11:34 Jul 7 (1)
  • Can we do work at home suggestions again? - Shannon in CA 11:34 Jul 7 (4)
  • decorating question - - BMC 11:31 Jul 7 (7)
  • advise? Decorator coming on Monday.... - nanik (whose husbnd cannot believe all the info I get from this board) 11:21 Jul 7 (2)
  • Help....I leave in a hour to see the eye doc and just had the idea that may want to get glasses instead of contacts....ques about bifocals vs progressives...(m) - VH in MN 11:20 Jul 7 (4)
  • I need your help again, choosing a flight plan and getting over some fears...(m) - Colleen 11:20 Jul 7 (8)
  • WWYD - siblings swimming at the same level (M) - one_l_michele 11:04 Jul 7 (13)
  • Input about co-op's Ministry Club (m) - Betsy in IN 11:00 Jul 7 (7)
  • The Loose Tooth Song - katalaska 10:58 Jul 7 (2)
  • Luann in Idaho re: gallbladder surgery....... - Sunflower 10:38 Jul 7 (0)
  • Anyone in Nashua or Manchester, NH?..... - Elizabeth B. in NC 10:30 Jul 7 (1)
  • Name change- see inside... - newHSmominTX (but not for long) 10:24 Jul 7 (1)
  • Apple announces a new iMac that is for students and teachers (and cheaper)...link only inside - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 10:22 Jul 7 (0)
  • My poor 3yo and her potty training... - Susan in TN 10:05 Jul 7 (2)
  • Can we talk- Pencil sharpeners- manual or electric? what do your kids use? nt - newHSmominTX 9:48 Jul 7 (24)
  • It's my birthday! Dh is home, softball season is over, and I'm off with the big kids to see (m) - hometoteach 9:47 Jul 7 (7)
  • An introduction - Lia in Ga 9:29 Jul 7 (5)
  • Anyone been successful at getting mildew out of clothing? - Tasha 9:22 Jul 7 (3)
  • Make-it-herself food suggestions wanted for 9yo dd (m) - katalaska 9:19 Jul 7 (13)
  • Does anyone know what could be causing this? (medical question) - KidsHappen 9:05 Jul 7 (2)
  • Insomnia..... - Kelli in TN 8:29 Jul 7 (4)
  • OUTRAGED!!! Shipping policy at Sonlight . . . more - strider 8:26 Jul 7 (27)
  • Just wanted to say--I LOVED the Momisms below! I'll have to add some to my repertoire... nt - katalaska 8:26 Jul 7 (0)
  • OT: Does anyone own Husqvarna Viking sewing machines? How do you like them? How do they compare to Bernina. nt - LMA 8:24 Jul 7 (18)
  • Veronica, I apologize but I have completely missed something... - Kelli in TN 8:22 Jul 7 (10)
  • Does anyone have the Stefan dining chairs from IKEA? Have they lasted more than a year? (M)... - Sherry in MN 8:22 Jul 7 (16)
  • Cathy in FL...I called Disney this morning and was told they couldn't bring in extra cots. m - Holly in FL 8:15 Jul 7 (7)
  • Has anyone used Mr. Handyman? Do they seem a tad bit overpriced? And does paying by the hour scare you? nt - battlemaiden 7:51 Jul 7 (1)
  • Any Girl Scouts out there that know how to make a hut? We have sticks from a tree we just cut down. Not particular about size (could be for army men or the dog). Just wondered if anyone has any tips...TIA! nt - Rich with kids 7:45 Jul 7 (0)
  • Grammar question - Joe Smith Jr. - do you write junior if the father (Joe Senior) is deceased? thx nt - Alexandra 7:42 Jul 7 (3)
  • Oh happy day! After years of planing the right kind of flowers, and hanging a hummingbird feeder, I finally have a female hummer visiting!!! nt - Ria 7:30 Jul 7 (5)
  • Need planner idea.... - Holly IN 7:26 Jul 7 (13)
  • RT, I posted down below about your ds. nm - Stacy in NJ 7:21 Jul 7 (0)
  • ANNOUNCING: SW Michigan's monthly "Mom's Night Out"... - Anna 7:06 Jul 7 (1)
  • We are going to Colorado on vacation next week!....(so excited!!!).............what to do with a 5 year old and a 14 year old - Amber 6:47 Jul 7 (9)
  • Pam "SFSOM" in MD, I responded your dream thread below. (m) - MFS 6:27 Jul 7 (5)
  • OT: PAYPAL help needed.....asap - Holly IN 6:21 Jul 7 (16)
  • What type of person would you hire for this... - battlemaiden 6:02 Jul 7 (8)
  • Exercise DVD for 12 yo dd? (m) - Anne 5:53 Jul 7 (3)
  • Well, tomorrow I'm off to TN to teach my first Science Camp. Nervous and VERY, VERY excited!!! - Laura R (FL) 5:47 Jul 7 (2)
  • Computer headphones? Any good ones out there that don't 'break' after a month?... - Tammy 5:42 Jul 7 (1)
  • Another silly actor poll: Who doe your dh most resemble? Post a link to a picture. Mine inside. - Virginia Dawn 5:33 Jul 7 (77)
  • PaHomeschoolers -- anyone in PA - Mickey 5:29 Jul 7 (2)
  • American Community Suvey from US Census Bureau--guess I'm scam shy. Is this for real? (more) - Dawn in MI 5:07 Jul 7 (2)
  • OK, wanting to do some unit study -Please help with finding places for word-study, word-puzzles etc. online - Osmosis Mom 4:49 Jul 7 (1)
  • I'm looking for some new computer games for my kids that are fun and slightly educational. Know of any? m - chickenpatty 4:40 Jul 7 (7)
  • Valerie (TX)... - Jelly Bean 4:39 Jul 7 (1)
  • Update!!!!!! - Copswife (sorry I haven't been able t