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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jun 29 (0)
  • For horsing mom and families....need some wisdom.. - ma23peas 22:37 Jun 29 (0)
  • Also posted on the curriculum board - any ideas for - Dee in TN 21:47 Jun 29 (5)
  • A long-shot... anyone familiar with a soy-free brand of margarine? - Malenki 21:29 Jun 29 (7)
  • Finally back from vacation, with a prayer request please.... - 2.5lilreds in NC 21:10 Jun 29 (3)
  • All of you ladies that have a child with autism, would you direct me where I can get more info about this? TIA nt - Kristy 21:01 Jun 29 (0)
  • Valerie in Tx-- - aubrey 20:40 Jun 29 (1)
  • So what if you have a child who is very good at their sport, but it consumes too much time during the week? Would you quit? - rsmofga 20:29 Jun 29 (6)
  • Returning to piano teaching this fall . . . I'd like a neat name for my "studio" . . . also, ideas that you as parents would find helpful (waiting areas, schedules, payment plans, etc -- anything at all) - Christy B 20:16 Jun 29 (0)
  • OK, about the Jewish Midwife post below... - aubrey 20:13 Jun 29 (7)
  • Can anyone explain how LimeWire works...the website where you download music? Thanks! nt - Janis 19:26 Jun 29 (4)
  • retorical question: What If ... (m) - ~FireFly~ 19:19 Jun 29 (3)
  • Question about VA's new carseat/booster seat laws... - Old Dominion Heather 18:59 Jun 29 (3)
  • DH and were having a conversation tonight about how *easy* it is to homeschool in FL...which states have laws that are not so simple to be homeschooler? nt - Holly in FL 18:34 Jun 29 (5)
  • Amy in Orlando, how's the ozone around your area? - Mom2LegoManiacs 18:28 Jun 29 (1)
  • Is is safe to have any light fixture on continuously? - TanyaS 17:55 Jun 29 (2)
  • Is there any tactful way to handle this? - amy g. 17:50 Jun 29 (12)
  • Thanks to those who responded to my oncerns about our church Youth Director...(m) questions about our chu - MM in MN 17:31 Jun 29 (1)
  • Firefly...how did your meeting go with job #1? I've been praying! nt - Jones Academy 17:13 Jun 29 (5)
  • Fun Friday Poll: Which version of "Desperado", The Eagles or Clint Black? (links inside) - Jenni in KS 16:09 Jun 29 (24)
  • Firth fans! A "disneyland for darcyphiles" - Nicole M 16:09 Jun 29 (2)
  • What are your favorite, easy foods to take to the beach? nt - Rich with kids 16:06 Jun 29 (4)
  • Thank you to those who responded to my sewing machine cover post yesterday...(sm) - Amy in NY 15:44 Jun 29 (0)
  • Thanks for all the 3rd grade schedules! Very helpful! (nt) - Scarlett 15:19 Jun 29 (0)
  • Anyone here ever had a reaction to eye drops containing a steroid (prednisone)? What was the reaction like? (sm) - ereks mom, tired of wearing my glasses!!: ( 14:57 Jun 29 (1)
  • Can anyone help me find a swimsuit? - fiddledeedee 14:38 Jun 29 (7)
  • When they can't but you know they can ??? - Nita 14:16 Jun 29 (6)
  • Aaauugghh!! We've invited 20 people for a cookout this weekend and my house is a wreck! Focus, woman, focus! I can't be here! Have a great weekend, everyone nt - lovemykids 13:57 Jun 29 (7)
  • Where can you find Men's dress pants in hard to find size? My dh wears 33x33 & Penney's has just discontinued the one set of them they carried :o(. - Jacqui in mo 13:51 Jun 29 (14)
  • What can I take to Sunday's potluck that takes advantage of the abundance of cucumbers I posses? - Virginia Dawn 13:41 Jun 29 (24)
  • Question for those who are knowledgable about travel to Mexico... - steppingstonemomma 13:14 Jun 29 (3)
  • Well. Last night we attended a free concert in a local park. It was the 70s group Malo. - Carol in Cal. 13:09 Jun 29 (1)
  • Has anyone made panini on a George Foreman grill? m - Laura A 12:57 Jun 29 (2)
  • Oh dear! dd's hermit crab is lost in the house(cage door was left unlocked) any advice?? seems hopeless ,,,,nt - Johanna 12:51 Jun 29 (3)
  • question for baseball moms - hpymomof3 12:44 Jun 29 (65)
  • If you ever need to send chocolates as a gift...m - Holly in FL 12:40 Jun 29 (4)
  • HELP! My dd spilled benzoyl peroxide on her dark gray cotton shorts. (m) - DB in NJ 12:13 Jun 29 (3)
  • WWYD? Kid acted before connecting her brain...(m) - Doran 12:11 Jun 29 (14)
  • Any tips/techniques for teaching division (2 by 3 and up) to a frustrated 11 yo? more - Carol (mom of 3) 11:30 Jun 29 (3)
  • On a whim, while at Sam's I bought a package or portabella mushrooms. What do I do with them? nt - Kelli in TN 11:22 Jun 29 (14)
  • Traveling to Europe - Stacy 11:10 Jun 29 (14)
  • ChurchPat, what did you decide about outing with MIL and SIL? nt - Sherrill in WA 10:58 Jun 29 (1)
  • I finally got my plan together what we are doing for 2nd grade. Thank you Jessica and everyone for the incentive (m) - Robin in ca 10:54 Jun 29 (0)
  • Its been raining for 3 days now. The kids (&I) are bored. What are you doing? - ChristyX5 10:44 Jun 29 (9)
  • I think I'm about done telling about our experiences at archaeology field school. Link to posts inside if you're interested. - Jenni in KS 10:35 Jun 29 (2)
  • What is most important to you when buying a house?? m - Julie 10:19 Jun 29 (21)
  • here's a conversations I just had with my 7 yob - margaret 10:15 Jun 29 (1)
  • Non-Christians, esp. if you're Jewish--help! - aubrey 10:04 Jun 29 (21)
  • Just here to announce that we are finally done 1st grade... - Babymacsmama 9:17 Jun 29 (1)
  • I need to find a phone number. I need to contact someone who is travelling. I have the address of the people who he is visiting but not their phone number. Any advice? (TIA) - Kareni 9:13 Jun 29 (3)
  • Has anyone started a local WTM support group? Looking for ideas.nt - Ace 9:01 Jun 29 (2)
  • Anyone post rules in their homes? - Maria from IN 8:36 Jun 29 (8)
  • So, how do you know when you are done having kids? Do you just KNOW or decide despite a longing.... - KIN 8:28 Jun 29 (34)
  • French speakers - how do you pronounce Carole? nt - April in VA 8:19 Jun 29 (2)
  • Silly Momma song to teach days of the week - Largo Tina 8:08 Jun 29 (1)
  • My mom (aged 70) has bronchitis. She started on anti-biotics and THEN started a fever. Isn't that something her MD should be told...? TIA nt - Alexandra 7:54 Jun 29 (3)
  • Questions for those of you who sell on the swap board...(m) - 4galmom (returning from a very long hiatus) 7:51 Jun 29 (3)
  • Kitchen help: I have excess broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. Can I freeze them? Is there anything special I need to do before hand? Thanks! nt - Hillary in KS 7:41 Jun 29 (2)
  • Where are my zucchini? m - Jami in TX 7:30 Jun 29 (13)
  • Since Remudamom brought it up-- can we do an age, & # of kids check in? I'm 36- 4 kidlets...nt - Corb 7:27 Jun 29 (149)
  • Does anyone know how to find moving company ratings? - one_l_michele 7:21 Jun 29 (0)
  • Has anyone shipped used books to Canada? Are there any duties or customs taxes? I'm filling out the UPS form and it asks who to bill the duties and customs to. nt - mom2jrcsc 7:18 Jun 29 (2)
  • Is the doctor in? Yesterday when I was climbing out of the pool (above ground with plastic step ladder) I slipped and banged my leg... - karenciavo 7:18 Jun 29 (2)
  • Has anyone been to Grandfather Mountain or Linville, NC? - Babymacsmama 7:07 Jun 29 (1)
  • Seriously--about my mom below... - aubrey 6:40 Jun 29 (23)
  • Happy birthday to us! - Remudamom 6:36 Jun 29 (1)
  • How long does an IPod battery last between charges, and how do you recharge it (more) - JFS in IL 6:08 Jun 29 (4)
  • OK, I am freaking out. I cannot live with these ants any longer!!! Waaaaahhhh! (m) - Melissa in NJ 5:46 Jun 29 (23)
  • Trying again anyone with a 3rd grader (m) - Scarlett 5:31 Jun 29 (9)
  • Okay, Gals, What's Wrong With Me???? (m) - ~FireFly~ 5:30 Jun 29 (11)
  • Digital Photo processing who do you use and why? - Arch At Home 5:18 Jun 29 (3)
  • Mission accomplished: My 8 yo dd LOVES the Sound of Music! - Amy in PA 4:32 Jun 29 (12)
  • Anyone buying an IPHONE today? nt - Amy in PA 4:25 Jun 29 (10)
  • Any one here with 4 (or more)dc, let them play travel sports? (m) - plain jane 4:20 Jun 29 (6)
  • All the posts regarding children's bad attitudes over the summer, got me wondering; is anyone's dc doing great? ... - Amy in PA 4:15 Jun 29 (24)
  • Good morning everyone! Make it a great day. :o) nt - Stephanie in FL 4:04 Jun 29 (1)
  • How worried should I be to let my 6 year old twins play soccer with regular glasses on? - Osmosis Mom 3:31 Jun 29 (8)
  • Anyone live in a rural area....??? - Kelly in VA 23:21 Jun 28 (17)
  • I have found the cure for summer slump or any other kind of funk! - Jenni in KS 23:01 Jun 28 (5)
  • What is your favorite pie recipe? - Cricket 22:48 Jun 28 (15)
  • OK Cassandra... I'm dying to know how your date went... (m) - Jess in OK 22:05 Jun 28 (2)
  • Okay, I just have to know. Miracle Whip or mayonnaise? nm - Janet in WA 21:37 Jun 28 (49)
  • Book on Alexander the Great as told through the eyes of his horse, Bucephalas... - Jeanne in MN 21:00 Jun 28 (2)
  • Gardening Help Needed - We planted our garden a month ago. We've watered it every - Momto3blessings 20:56 Jun 28 (8)
  • Gateway, HP, & now Dell: Sam's Club is now selling Dell desktop pcs. I'm going to buy a 'puter and have narrowed it down to these 3 brands. Whichever brand gets the most votes from this board is the one I'm buying. Hey, it's a democracy, right? LOL Vote away please :) nt. - Libby in Texas :) 20:39 Jun 28 (23)
  • Helping a friend and need your help (m) - Scarlett 20:08 Jun 28 (2)
  • HSLDA's role in the history of hsing... - Jeanne in MN 19:59 Jun 28 (7)
  • My mom just called. - aubrey 19:58 Jun 28 (3)
  • Yaay!! We bought a house yesterday! (m) - Valerie(TX) 19:23 Jun 28 (13)
  • Remember when I posted that my SIL was missing her Amazon package? - Carrie in WA 19:19 Jun 28 (1)
  • Can I please brag a bit - hpymomof3 19:13 Jun 28 (1)
  • I need a volunteer, or someone who can handle Xanga??? - Remudamom 19:02 Jun 28 (5)
  • Spinoff from post below: Why don't we have a secular alternative to HSLDA? Do we need one? How would we start one? nt - KPM 18:58 Jun 28 (7)
  • Is it OK for my chickens drink irrigation water? - Kimm in WA 18:53 Jun 28 (0)
  • PEGS Chore Charts - Tanya 18:49 Jun 28 (4)
  • Anyone familiar with Roanoke? - Brigitte in NC 17:57 Jun 28 (5)
  • Just popping in to say hi. We are on our way up to Toronto Airport tomorrow to put the boys on the bus to camp. nt - Ria (waving from Rochester, NY) 17:57 Jun 28 (2)
  • This is an overdue thank you to all who posted the'r "just can't finish this book" lists. (Just a short comment;;:) - Regina in St. Louis 17:30 Jun 28 (0)
  • I'm reading Eats, Shoots and Leaves I have a ques for those of you who are grammarians... - Clara in Miami 17:24 Jun 28 (21)
  • Hpymomof3: Regarding Driver's Ed...(m) - Asil 17:09 Jun 28 (2)
  • Question about Nordic Naturals- what is the difference between Children's DHA and Omega 3-6-9 Junior? m - Kendra in CA 17:07 Jun 28 (3)
  • About to have my 3rd showing in 24hours - you'll have some good house selling karma - Christina in OR 17:01 Jun 28 (1)
  • Virginia Dawn TY for the cookie recipe. We added a little cinnamon and the kids loved them!!nt - Lee in CA (noticed another Lee- so this is my new board name for now) 17:00 Jun 28 (1)
  • Shot in the dark: Has anyone attended the Oldtime Fiddlers Contest in Weiser, Idaho? - AmyCC 16:59 Jun 28 (2)
  • Discouraged....... - Pam L 16:55 Jun 28 (7)
  • Horses and Allergies - Nina in Tennessee 16:16 Jun 28 (2)
  • Peabody testing question (m) - MNClaire 16:07 Jun 28 (0)
  • hey, kate in seattle! - Nicole M 15:54 Jun 28 (3)
  • Cindy in SoCal, e-mail me with your location. Nancy in SoCal and I just found out we live in the same town. (e-mail inside). nt - FlockOfSillies 14:50 Jun 28 (1)
  • Poll - Are you a HSLDA member and what state are you in? nt - one_l_michele 14:46 Jun 28 (98)
  • I think I'm crying. We got a contract! - aubrey 14:39 Jun 28 (28)
  • My 2 year old fell, and pushed one of her front teeth up into her gums. Will it come back down? (m) - Whisperlily 14:38 Jun 28 (8)
  • Can someone give me advice on using a color (inkjet) printer for a family reunion book, please? - Jeri 14:37 Jun 28 (3)
  • Is there somewhere online where you can figure out your child's learning style? - WendyLee 14:36 Jun 28 (3)
  • Betterworld.com? Anybody oder books from them? nt - HollyDay 14:30 Jun 28 (1)
  • Heffalump-- i answered your poison ivy question below..nt - Corb 13:53 Jun 28 (0)
  • Does anyone know what the giveaways were yesterday (from Homeschool E-store)? thx! - *anj* 13:51 Jun 28 (0)
  • ChurchPat & Sharon in SC, about the Cabernet stain - (m) - Denise in IN 13:37 Jun 28 (12)
  • Study of ocean currents thanks to Rubber Duckies (m) - CherylCO 13:20 Jun 28 (1)
  • Poll: For Saxon math, how does your student write for tests? On the test page? On scratch paper attached to the test? I'm curious. nt - Carrie in WA 13:09 Jun 28 (14)
  • What is a more formal name for "Maggie" other than Margaret or Magdalene? m - Tap, tap, tap 13:00 Jun 28 (42)
  • Ever flipped your dh out? I can tell you how to easily do this. Talk about adopting one child and then (m) - ChurchPat of the Manor 12:44 Jun 28 (20)
  • POLARITY - anybody play this game? Is it fun? nt - HollyDay 12:42 Jun 28 (0)
  • So, we're leaving for vacation tomorrow... (m) - Staci in MO 12:41 Jun 28 (2)
  • Any Stampin' UP consultants here? (m) - Amy in OH 12:20 Jun 28 (1)
  • Sewers...which cover would you like for your sewing maching?... - Amy in NY 12:12 Jun 28 (5)
  • So I am doing SOTW 1 and teaching my son about NYS for Social Studies..and am teaching my ds chemistry..I want him to retain what is being taught.. - Christina in NY 12:06 Jun 28 (2)
  • What are the not to be missed places to see in Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle? Thanks. nt - Nissi 12:02 Jun 28 (9)
  • Xpost from curr. board-Question about concordances-if we use NIV, do we want the Zondervan version of Strong's since it has the same wording?(more) - MamaPapa 11:56 Jun 28 (0)
  • Brainfart: How do I split a cell in excel? nt - April in VA 11:54 Jun 28 (9)
  • Thanks to all board prayer warriors and my congressman-passports arrived! - cat in black 11:48 Jun 28 (1)
  • Well aren't I just miss chatty Cathy today. I have to balance the checkbook. Can you tell that I am procrastinating? (nt) - KidHappen 11:40 Jun 28 (10)
  • Do you think it's appropriate...(church related, but not religious)...more - MM in MN 11:39 Jun 28 (15)
  • My dh comes home last night and informs me that he applied for a mortgage and he thinks that we will be approved so we are going to look at a house. - KidsHappen 11:33 Jun 28 (1)
  • Hey, Patty (et al) :o) (m) - Carrie in WA 11:29 Jun 28 (5)
  • For those that take 5-htp. how much do you take and when do you take it? - Karen in CO 11:27 Jun 28 (3)
  • What does your dentist do while working on your teeth? Mine watches soaps. nt - aobrey 11:26 Jun 28 (4)
  • Is there a website that has good online literature guides for free? - Tap, tap, tap 11:22 Jun 28 (3)
  • When my 8 yr. old was a baby/toddler she used to carry around one of the foldable cloth diapers as a security blanket. - KidsHappen 11:00 Jun 28 (1)
  • Planning, again! I am getting a bit overwhelmed (m) - Mom2LegoManiacs 11:00 Jun 28 (1)
  • VERY funny on spellcheck and proofreading ... (but not completely clean) ... link only - Julie (in Georgetown) 10:54 Jun 28 (0)
  • With all this talk re: 10-12 yo boys... - jmgconner 10:52 Jun 28 (6)
  • Home Staging book - trying once more to see if anyone is interested...(m) - Sharon in SC 10:49 Jun 28 (0)
  • Jill, OK...Hope you've arrived OK in OK! (OK?) ;) (nt) - Debra in TX 10:46 Jun 28 (2)
  • Strider and Jennifer GWOTW -- Thanks for your thoughts on dealing with our "rough" neighborhood kids (m) - Doran 10:29 Jun 28 (1)
  • Driver's ed costs - hpymomof3 10:28 Jun 28 (6)
  • So long, farewell, see you (m) - Jennifer (Good Witch of the West) 10:13 Jun 28 (2)
  • OT: having a HSG test next week....any tips or advice for an easy testing? - Holly IN 10:13 Jun 28 (3)
  • Need a simple cookie (butter?) recipie! - Lee 10:12 Jun 28 (5)
  • Milk prices are going up again and much worse this time. See inside link - Momto3blessings 9:54 Jun 28 (2)
  • I just read a book that has not been released yet., but I wanted to tell you about it - mama of two-ize 9:41 Jun 28 (1)
  • Those with dc that are dyslexic/dysgraphic, what do you do about... - Ms. Riding Hood (formerly known as Lynne) 9:20 Jun 28 (5)
  • Wowio.com free book downloads - Karen in Maryland 8:31 Jun 28 (0)
  • Firefly, I posted below about your nephew and some legal options that your family has. (nt) - ChurchPat of the Manor 8:30 Jun 28 (1)
  • A personal question inside... (m) - KerriF 8:30 Jun 28 (3)
  • Ladies--How long did you take off from homeschooling after you had a baby? (m) - Erin in MS 7:47 Jun 28 (9)
  • I had to laugh - gentleman in his 50's this a.m. called me (M) - one_l_michele 7:36 Jun 28 (2)
  • At what age was your child typing proficiently and how did you teach them to do it (or what did you use)? nt - Heffalump 7:27 Jun 28 (13)
  • My turn to make an "Abbey's dh sighting"...my dh just sent me a link to this month's "Wired Magazine" and there he is again. link - Jami in TX 7:26 Jun 28 (7)
  • What do you use for treating poison ivy/oak? nt - Heffalump 7:24 Jun 28 (5)
  • Rainbow Light question, about to place an order, please advise me... - Kelli in TN 7:18 Jun 28 (1)
  • My 11 year old wants to learn to play the Harmonica...questions... - RhondaM. 7:03 Jun 28 (0)
  • Someone's dh will know this: What can I use to get coffe spill stains out of the carpet in my van? Thanks! nt - Hillary in KS 6:55 Jun 28 (10)
  • Someone build me an ark! I am so SICK of the rain. *grumble* ;-) nt - Jami in TX 6:17 Jun 28 (26)
  • Anyone have kids going off to camp?... - farmnwife 6:16 Jun 28 (9)
  • Prayer request please! - Cassandra 6:13 Jun 28 (2)
  • Please pray for a 5 yo boy who lost both his parents this week. His dad - Momto3blessings 6:08 Jun 28 (5)
  • Starting in the middle... - CatsAcreFarm 5:38 Jun 28 (3)
  • Good morning Hive! I would like to thank everyone who gave me such excellent advice the other day regarding the "in-law" visit. (m) - ChurchPat of the Manor 5:34 Jun 28 (3)
  • Okay, I need some help with the birds and the bees talks with sons (especially within a Catholic context. ) - dirty ethel rackham 5:33 Jun 28 (16)
  • Do you feel any responsibility towards the homeschool movement? - Trivium Academy 5:29 Jun 28 (83)
  • I haven't been on the boards as much this summer, so maybe someone recently asked this, but I'm just wondering what everyone is reading this summer. I am currently reading The Brothers Karamazov, A Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola, and The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. nt - gandpsmommy 4:55 Jun 28 (16)
  • Urgent Prayers Needed, PLease. (m) - ~FireFly~ 4:52 Jun 28 (11)
  • Good morning! Make it a wonderful day.... nt - Stephanie in FL 4:31 Jun 28 (0)
  • I was reading Teri Maxwell's Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit the other night... - Lizzie in Ma 4:16 Jun 28 (13)
  • Here's another "Why Do I Bother Homeschooling???" question - Shari 3:58 Jun 28 (9)
  • Does anyone know the words to a song/game called the Wonder ball - Testimony 3:50 Jun 28 (4)
  • I was just on my netflix account browsing and in the watch right now on your pc section there were tons of Christian films for familiy and kids! - Lizzie in Ma 3:23 Jun 28 (2)
  • Thanks for all the responses for how to transition kids from staying with them until they fall asleep to going to sleep on their own. nt - gandpsmommy 3:13 Jun 28 (0)
  • Is there any way to get a water ring stain (made from a cup) out of an antique wood chiffarobe without sanding and refinishing? nt - gandpsmommy 3:04 Jun 28 (8)
  • One child left at home while older goes off to high school or college - Laura in China 1:17 Jun 28 (3)
  • Good Morning! It's 3:30 am here in the east and we are off to the airport!! more - Jennifer Not 0:39 Jun 28 (1)
  • At what age did you start letting your kids wait in the car when you went into a store? nt - Tap, tap, tap 23:41 Jun 27 (45)
  • Amy in Orlando would you please email me..email inside - Kristy 22:58 Jun 27 (0)
  • My resolve is weakening (socialization fears) (m) - Melissa in NJ 22:44 Jun 27 (12)
  • Does hs work? You bet! (m) - Jennifer (Good Witch of the West) 22:21 Jun 27 (8)
  • Japanese exchange students - Laura K (NC) 21:40 Jun 27 (1)
  • Anyone elses kids NOT LIKE Bridge To Terabithia? I win the bad mom award.. *spoiler* - Corb 20:49 Jun 27 (11)
  • Anyone have anything to say about Soo Locks and Sault St. Marie? TIA, nt. - lemonshine 20:06 Jun 27 (2)
  • Do food choices affect your children's behavior? - Terri in WA 19:51 Jun 27 (16)
  • Need input for my toddler during reading... - snickelfritz 19:45 Jun 27 (0)
  • Knitters, I have another question. Binding off . . . - Linko 19:42 Jun 27 (9)
  • Energy Saving Tip -- I was told that shutting down my computer - Doran 19:36 Jun 27 (3)
  • Kristy!! - Christina in NY 18:42 Jun 27 (1)
  • Followup - Signed Up For Girl Scouts Tonight (m) - Susan 18:35 Jun 27 (2)
  • Thanks for the prayers last night and today... - GVA 18:25 Jun 27 (5)
  • Tell me to stop freaking out.. - Kristy 17:57 Jun 27 (20)