Tween: Sam's Club
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10 Year Old Birthday Party
Asked by S.H. from Kansas City
on April 7, 2008
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My son is turning 10 at the end of April. We are having his party at Pump it Up and have invited his class and a few other friends. I am wondering should I provide p...
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- I don't know what 10 year old boys are into anymore; my advice is to ask him what we wants for the cake or cupcakes. If it's a surprise (or if he doesn't care as long...
- 10 is a hard age for cake because he's getting big, but I've had some recent luck impressing some 13 year old boys. You can see them on my myspace page (you don’t h...
- First, Pump it up is a great place. My daughter celebrated her 6th birthday there. For the party favors & cake, ask your son what kind of cake he would like and what...
Teenager Wants to T.P. Friends House- Allow or Deny
Asked by T.N. from Dallas
on May 30, 2009
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I have a 14 year old son who is dying to T.P. (toilet paper) a friends house. He's asked me for permission. As a mom, I'm torn. I was allowed to do this when I was a t...
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- Find out who the child is. If it is a close friend of your sons then go for it. The only problem we have with being teepeed is getting the toilet paper out of the tipp...
- In this time when kids can't do 1/2 of what we could do - let them have a lil old fashion fun!
- Here's my question, would you want to wake up tomarrow morning and have to clean all that up out of your yard? Or better yet, are you willing to go to this friends ho...
Fundraising
Asked by H.. from Orlando
on September 6, 2010
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I need some ideas...
My 12 year old son would like to join his Boy Scout troop on a big trip next year. My husband will be going, too, so it's pretty expensive. I'd l...
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- We used to sell chocolate bars for $1 or $2 each. You can find the bars at Sam's club or any other value pack places. Also, baking cookies and selling them in baggies....
- I love the idea of the Spagetti dinner. That's is a great one! Your son can be the waiter! When my daughter was raising money for a trip, I bought candy bars from ...
- Lemonade stand! The classic - but it works. We raised about $50 at ours.
Gift Ideas?
Asked by M.B. from Sacramento
on May 26, 2011
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What is a good, inexpensive gift for a high school grad boy?
Also, friend's 4 kids in town this week. I have presents for the girls but what can I get for a 14 year ...
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- H.S. graduation: gas gift card or other gift card seem to be the standard. BUT I hate gift cards, so I prefer a more personalized touch....a cool tshirt, a prefer...
- Like all the other posts, I would buy iTunes or Amazon gift cards. With Amazon, they can also buy movies and books and even clothes and school supplies. You can bu...
- I'd go with the iTUNES gift card or an amazon.com gift card. You can buy "APS" with the iTUNES card, not just music.
Wooden Playset
Asked by R.M. from Pittsburgh
on September 25, 2009
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okay, I am frustrated - I have been trying to research swingsets and think I'm even more confused - we can't afford a Rainbow but I want something sturdy - we've waite...
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- We have a rainbow that we bought off of e-bay locally for $300. Shop used!
- Dear Rene' - We got our wooden playset from Sam's Club. It is really nice - and it is very sturdy. The roof is I think a thick plastic. We are very happy with -...
- I would wait till the spring and then buy one. See how and where you want to put it at your new house. good luck T.
Where Is Best Place to Shop for Boy's Bunk Bed --
Asked by K.M. from Dallas
on May 11, 2011
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Where is the best place to shop for Boy's Bunk Bed....(Quality/Cost)
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- Well... it depends on whether you want quality or low cost. If you want quality, go to a nice furniture store near your house and see what they have. If you want low c...
- My mom is actually wanting to sell her cargo brand bunk beds. They are VERY high quality and have been through her kids (who are 30ish now) and my 10 year old used the...
- Craigslist is a good way to go, you just have to constantly check until you finally find what you're looking for (new postings, etc.). We got our daughter's loft bed t...
Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Asked by S.K. from Dallas
on April 9, 2012
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Hey moms,
Anyone have experience with memory foam mattress toppers?
I've had back pain on and off since my first pregnancy. We had one of those mattresses tha...
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- We have used one for about 10 years now. We live in Vegas, so it does get pretty hot here, but we have AC. In Vegas, hot is hot and not much makes a difference. M...
- we have one.. ours has little holes in it that apparently help with the overheating. It does get a bit warm, but so far it hasn't bothered me and I hate to be warm. ...
- A few years ago I replaced my mattress with an expensive pillow top, and within a few months we had dips from our side sleeping and my back was killing me. I started ...
I Am Tired of Feeling like a Bad Parent...
Asked by B.C. from Joplin
on May 20, 2011
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Ok so this may be more venting, because I don't really have a true question...unless someone knows a way to make a miracle happen.
Just today we have had so much scr...
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- I'm sorry that you had such a rough day. Like the other moms, we all have days when we feel like the worst parent in the world. This too shall pass. You need to rememb...
- Urgh! Sounds like a really rough day :o(. I've definitely had those. How old is Alex? I'm picturing my 3 1/2 year old. Frankly if he is much older than that, and these...
- I am guessing he is about 3 and that is perfectly normal for that age. Everything you described my 3 yr old does. (but not the candy part he isn't allowed sweets)
Cheap Place to Find Birthday Supplies
Asked by A.A. from Indianapolis
on April 3, 2007
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I am busy with a birthday party in May, an open house for my sister's graduation the beginning of June, and a birthday party later in June. Anyone know any place chea...
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- Sometimes you can find nice things at Deals (dollar store). Theres one across from Greenwood Mall right by DSW. Hope this helps.
- Try factory card outlet. They have a TON of decorating stuff for less. The dollar store sometimes carries those things as well. Good luck!
- Go to http://www.flowerfactoryinc.com/ and find out where the closest one is for you. There was one in Castleton but it's closed now. They have crazy amounts of part...
Swingset
Asked by J.S. from Los Angeles
on February 18, 2008
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We are currently on the market for a good Swingset. I have a 7 year old boy and 4 year old girl who love to play outside. I have read some reviews about the toysrus se...
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- the best swingset out there is the Rainbow! our daughters love it! it is wood, and needs to be cared for, but so are the others. this one will hold adults! www.rainbow...
- I have 3 boys age 8, 6, and 2, who love to play outside. We bought the wooden swingset from Sam's Club and they all love playing in/on it. It is very well built, and s...
- Hi J.~ My husband and I purchased a CONGO Play System from local dealer here in Corona. I have a 10, 8, and 3 yr. old and we have had this system for about 1 year now...
