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Need 6 Year-Old Birthday Party Activities!
Asked by D.S. from Columbus
on May 8, 2009
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My daughter's six year-old birthday party is in one week and I need some game ideas! We will have 15 - 20 kids and they will be outside. I'm planning on doing a trea...
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- D., I am a first grade teacher and my students love to play the game, "four corners". It can be played indoors or out. You pick four corners of the area you're play...
- If you're going to be outside.......you are in luck! Your options are WIDE open. LOTS of RACES ...3 legged, hula hoop (have to go in 2's or 3's or however you determi...
- Everyone has given you great suggestions.. Pin the Tail On the Donkey is fun, too. And a pinata is always a big hit with the 6 year-old crowd. Have a fun time!
4 y.o. Boy (Need I Say More) Destroying Landscaping!
Asked by L.G. from Los Angeles
on July 24, 2011
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Hey mama's ~
Boys ----- oh boy!
So he's 4.5 - he HAS ears, born with them and everything! They just don't work!
I have a lovely tree that I have transplanted, w...
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- This may e late L., but in my day of parenting in the 80's we raised and taught our children from very early on if it's not yours don't touch it, with this method we w...
- Hello, If it happens again, I would try the "this is a living thing". When you cut it, it bleeds (sap). My kids were told that early and didn't "hurt" our plants. ...
- I liked the suggestion of taking him to the tree and explaining that it needs to grow, etc. A fence around the tree might be something to consider also, at least unti...
Dog Urine Smell
Asked by H.R. from Denver
on June 9, 2010
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Does anyone out there know of a solution that gets the smell of dog urine out of rocks? We have trained our dog to do her business in our landscaping rocks as her uri...
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- Yes, there is a natural enzyme product that is animal and child and environment safe. It is called Bac-Out made by Biokleen http://www.amazon.com/Biokleen-Bac-Ou...
- I use BioDeodorizer it gets rid of odors. I have used it on drain lines, pet beds, carpet, litter boxes and my gardens. I use it because it is non-toxic, fully biodegr...
- I know it works for indoor stuff and I'm not sure how saturated the area is, but I find citrus to be the best for oders as it is natural and I don't find the oder offe...
Could You Forgive and Understand Why an Older Sibling Killed the Younger One?
Asked by M.J. from Minneapolis
on November 16, 2011
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I was off and on here today a lot getting ready for a birthday party, when I received a phone call today that has completely depressed and upset me. I got to thinking ...
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- Thats completely awful.........of course i would forgive my child, she would be needing that more than anything for the rest of her life. how very unfortunate
- Oh my goodness, I'm tearing up at my computer that is so horribly sad and unfair. I'm so very, very sorry to hear that. For me, personally, of course it was not the ...
- I know of a family who lost their 8 yr old daughter in a car accident. The daughter and her grandmother were in the back seat, and the girl had removed her seat belt s...
Stressed Mom
Asked by K.G. from Joplin
on December 12, 2006
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i am a married mom on second marriage,i work full time and have no support from my husband.he currently got laid off from his job(hes a landscaper)for the winter seaso...
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- K., First off, talk to your husband. The other women are right, he needs to pick up the slack. When I was married and living with my husband and two other guys it f...
- first you need to take your husband out of the house and have a talk about what's going on at home. You need to communicate with him about your needs and the children...
- Hi K., I'm sure the holiday season is not helping . . . You've got to take one thing at a time. Is peace and quiet essential? Then establish alone time each eveni...
Getting Rid of Child Labor Laws?!?!
Asked by ☆.H. from San Francisco
on November 22, 2011
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Newt Gingrich is proposing that we get rid of child labor laws so that we can fire school janitors and pay children to clean their schools. He thinks this would help ...
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- One more reason not to vote for Newt. :) Laura
- It's ridiculous and he's ridiculous. I don't blame Newt for trying, and heck, I guess anyone with even a remote chance would be crazy NOT to go for the nomination, ...
- I think it's less likely schools would be cleaned (although school maintenance day is something all the kids participate in in Japan) and more likely we'd have exploit...
Looking for Affordable Outdoor Painters and Landscapers
Asked by A.A. from Dallas
on July 7, 2009
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I am looking to add some curb appeal to my house in Irving so we can put it on the market! I am looking specifically for someone who can paint the trim on the outside...
Babysitting Grandkids.
Asked by B.L. from Boston
on April 24, 2012
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I am so glad I found this site. I am in predicament and need advice. Just got home from babysitting my son's 18 mo old.and 5 yr old. 8:30 to 4pm.. I am 65 yrs old a...
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- Is your son hardworking and always has been or he keeps getting himself into binds? I think that's part of the equation. Are you otherwise completely retired? That'...
- I'm sure there will be those that disagree with me, but I am a gramma who is going to tell you not to feel guilty if you can't commit, you have to think of how this wi...
- If it were me - I'd decide what **I** want to do, and then go from there. But you asked what we think you should do... I think you should try it. Have a talk ...
Is It NORMAL to Be EXHAUSTED at the End of Every DAY as a Mom?
Asked by L.F. from Sacramento
on December 2, 2008
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I'm a very happily married, stay-at-home mom of twin 2-1/2y.o. toddlers. In addition, we have a large property (6 acres, orchard, produce beds, landscaping) which I ma...
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- Hi L., You have no idea just how normal it is! I too am a SAHM and I too am completely exhausted at the end of the day. There are several things that I've found t...
- L. - You have twin toddlers. It would be entirely abnormal if you were NOT exhausted at the end of the night. Where can help be added? I cleaning person? Someone t...
- You have every right to be exhausted with your schedule, however, I would have your iron level checked. I find I'm not as tired when I take my supplements. Best of luck!
Something to Give to Family Who Just Lost Child
Asked by C.S. from Canton
on December 18, 2008
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We just found out today that friends of ours lost their 17 yo in a tragic accident. I woud like to get the parents, as well as their remaining child, something tangibl...
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- So sorry for your friend's loss. What a terrible tragedy! They are so lucky to have friends like you to help them through this difficult time. I haven't read the o...
- If there is an organization the son belonged to - Boy Scouts, sports, music/theater, etc. - a donation in his memory would be nice. If there is any type of resources ...
- My heart and prayers go out to this family. As a mom who has also lost a child, it's heartbreaking to hear of another family suffering such a loss. It is very sweet ...
