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I Need a hobbby..really I Do...
Asked by A.G. from Boston
on November 19, 2011
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So it has been brought to my attention recently that I have no hobbies.. . this has bothered me greatly since one of our mutual guy friends was like 'well A., what do ...
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- Book club! At least you'll read a book a month AND get out of the house for a fun evening. I love my book club. We started in Feb '03 and still meet each month. W...
- Hi A., I was just discussing this with my husband the other day. I don't have a hobby either, other than reading. I love to read. But I also wish I had a hobby of s...
- One of my hobbies is spending time at Barnes & Noble. It's one of my favorite spots. A nice cup of tea or cocoa and the whole store of books for my perusal. Sometimes ...
Legoland?
Asked by R.C. from Dallas
on March 1, 2009
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Has anyone been to Legoland with a preschooler? How many days would you need there? Is April a good time to go? Where to stay? How to get there - fly or drive? An...
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- We went a couple of years ago in May with a two year old. We stayed at the Carlsbad Inn and Beach Resort, which was great for us & about 30 minutes from San Diego. We ...
- Do yo ever watch Jon & Kate Plus Eight? If so, did you ever see the one where they took their kiddos to Legoland? If not, you should download that episode! It was pret...
- I have only been to Legoland in London but 1 day there is plenty. In San Diego there is plenty of other stuff to do. There are tons of rides that are appropriate for y...
I'm Tired of Being Alone...
Asked by M.R. from Phoenix
on February 8, 2011
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I might regret writing this post....but lately, I have been really down about my life, what it is and what it isn't....
I've been a SAHM for probably 18 years now. My...
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- My husband works out of town a lot. He almost didn't make it home when I was in labor with our baby. I am also a SAHM and my husband is also exhausted on the weekends....
- YEAH!!! You had your break down ... we all need to have our breakdown. I moved to Chicago with my guy of 6yrs because it is a better place for our son, we have his fa...
- I felt very alone after my daughter was born. I am moved by your post because I really empathize with the feeling of aloneness/loneness - especially as a parent. ...
Charleston, S.C. for Spring Break
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on February 8, 2011
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I've always gotten great travel advice from this website so I am looking for advice on a new location for us. We are taking our two boys, ages 11 and 14, to Charlesto...
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- I haven't been there in about 10 years, and not sure if still open but we still crave "crisy flounder" from Hymens Seafood restaurant. Hope you have a great trip.
- You should do a carriage ride if they still do them (I haven't been back in 2 years) I grew up there. I LOVE Charleston. I'm not sure about downtown but you must find ...
- You should go to the Patriots Point. You can tour the USS Yorktown and a battleship and a submarine. Fort Sumpter is also great. We enjoyed walking around downtown l...
Getting Help from My Husband
Asked by K.C. from Abilene
on October 9, 2008
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I need help! My husband and I have been together for four years, and we have two children (one daughter 20 months, and one son 9 months). I have been working full ti...
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- I know how you feel...I have the same kind of husband. He doesn't help much, but I've found it's best not to expect much from him around the house. He also works an ...
- K., after reading some of the advise, it sounds like you are not alone. Men's focus is on providing for their family and assume you are there for the children, yours ...
- when you get a good answer pass it on to me. i have the same problem with my husband.. and he doesnt even work 7days a week. and i dont even get little gifts like you ...
Train or Plane?
Asked by S.C. from Lafayette
on January 25, 2009
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My wonderful 50 something mother and her long time fiancee' (they live in Sacramento, CA) have decided to tie the knot this summer. The problem: they're doing it in f...
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- Hey S.! My family and I just got back to Tulsa from Colorado. My kids are 5,4, and 10 months. Honestly, I was so worried about something going wrong, that I over-pre...
- Hello and god bless you, i know that travel with little ones is very scary! We took my son to minnesota when he was 8 months old which took four planes on the way, (i ...
- Hi S., I'm also from Louisiana but I can't offer you any horror stories. I've been fortunate and only have happy ones. We have traveled several places by plane wi...
Is It Ok to Have a Babyshower and Have It Adults Only?
Asked by D.N. from Dallas
on February 25, 2009
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Hello ladies! I have a question, I am having a baby shower in the spring and it is being hosted by a close friend of mine. She was the first to offer and my husband ...
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- I don't understand why anyone would WANT to take their children to a baby shower!! It isn't a b-day party, but a party for the adults to welcome the new baby!! Tha...
- baby showers are mainly for woman to gather and celebrate the new life that is coming into the world. Its not a birthday party where kids will all be around.
- I think it would be perfectly fine for your friend to ask that it be a ladies only party. You do not need to added stress of having to watch out for your carpets or wa...
Camping
Asked by R.P. from Detroit
on April 25, 2008
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Hello everyone,
This year my husband and I bought a travel trailer. We have a 3 yr old and a 17 mo. old. Any creative suggestions for fun outside activities to keep ...
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- Shovels to dig in the dirt, small containers to hold their "collections" of rocks/sticks/leaves etc. Magnifying glass to examine treasures. I spread out a blanket an...
- Depends on where you go camping. A lot of campgrounds have a lot of activities for kids.
- Last summer we took our kids (who were 3.5 and 19 mos at the time) camping for a week at Niagara Falls. Their very favorite activity was walking around our campsite a...
Family Visits Are Not Toddler Friendly
Asked by A.H. from San Francisco
on November 18, 2008
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Ok - I figure I can't be the only one in this boat - hopefully some of you have advice. The holidays are approaching and we are getting pressured to travel to see our...
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- Hi A.- I hear your concerns and I agree that they are valid. There has to be a way to find a happy medium, though. Are you able to host part of the holidays at your ...
- I have been thru this, you do what works for you. People will always find a way to talk about you, your beliefs, the way you raise your children, etc. etc, might as we...
- Well, these particular holidays are about family. However, you have your own family now. You are really stressed in anticipation of all that can (and likely will) go w...
Husband Goes on a Trip and I Dont Hear from Him - Am I Wrong for Being Upset?
Asked by L.Z. from Champaign
on September 19, 2011
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My husband went to Miami to visit a good friend of his for the weekend. While he is there, I dont hear from him - no call or text. This gets me so angry! I have to tex...
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- I would LOVE to go away and not be in touch with anyone.....ahhhhh........ but I have a child and a spouse so I don't get that freedom. After reading Cheryl O and...
- I would also be mad and all but I do think it's fairly normal. Not sure how you have kids 4 mons apart but in general, the kids are very young so this is still somewha...
- This is normal. My hubby calls all the time too but when he's out of town with friends, I don't hear a word from him because he's so busy. It upsets me too.
