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    Do you have an emergency fund??

    We do not have 8 months....only about 3.....DH is paying(through the nose) child support for a 16 year old brat; whose mom and step dad make triple (yes I said TRIPLE) what we make.... when she finally turns 18 (Labor Day 2011- you're all invited to that party!) we will be in a better financial...
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    Vent... I don't understand how people do it!

    :lmao: That's us too..... DH has a 1995 minivan...Our cars are paid off- and HD is a mechanic sooo if his wheels fall off he will put them back on...we joke that our 2 year old will be driving the ol' van... Our goal this month is to completely cut out "extra" food- we eat out a couple of...
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    Really cool sibling names

    HA! I HATED my name growing up...I've grown into it now... Is Gretchen really cool?!?!? :cool1: I've finally made it....:rotfl:
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    When do school supplies go on sale?

    Looking forward to the sales.....my kids just got out on the 17th..... they go back on my birthday - Sept 8th.... I go back to grad school on Augsust 31st.. I'm excited but terrifed:scared1:
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    Need help planning a surprise trip.

    How wonderful!! I could never keep a secret like that from my 4.....I have TOO much fun getting ready for the trip!!
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    Beach Ball idea to leave at Resort

    What a great idea! Something to play with, and then pay it forward, I will have to try this next time....:)
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    No Buy July

    I'm a newbie.... Please be gentle with me... Groceries 350 Gas 200(hopefully price doesn't go through roof) Extra- 100 (ds2 is in need of socks ds13 boxers and there is always a last minute b-day to attend) Exception - July 3rd "Adventure Day" to Steamtown National Park- Entrance...
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    OT-LL Bean guarateee-worth the $$??

    I love LL Bean - (disclaimer i am a native New Englander) and have never had any problems with there products. I have heard people sending 20 year old boots back and have had them re soled. I have had my boots since 1990 and have used them every winter! Granted, in PA we don't get a ton of...
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    How to make you Disney Visa Reward points grow!

    I use it for groceries and gas... and pay it off multiple times a month.... I am not going to Disney until 2012 and will not have my income in the fall of 11(student teaching!! if all goes well) so I am hoping to have a big chunk taking care of with the card..... we'll have to see-! After two...
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    Disney store Semi-Annual Sale coming up??

    I went yesterday and bought all of the plates and a set of tumblers, the tray and the pitcher - at 75% off! The tray/tumblers/pitcher looks great on my counter right now! I can't wait to enjoy some iced tea in them after work!
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    OT - Prayers and Pixie Dust for DisHokie and her baby!

    Sending prayers and hugs......
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    thank you notes....

    For parties we've had that people bring gifts..... just made my ds13 write them for his confirmation party.....He was glad we did them in one sitting- He wrote I addressed them....
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    ? Regarding leaving child alone in room

    I'm not so sure what's so magical about the age 13, but I hope when my 12 yo son turns 13 some of it rubs off on him!! Aside from the fact that DS 12 looks older and is physically bigger, he is no more well equipped to stay alone than my DD 9. Of the two, she is much more responsible and...
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    Update....bad feeling about a new dentist

    I am so sorry, that does not sound kosher to me.... We have a dentist that DH has used for years and I am new with - but adore.. never have to pay anything- except for one thing DH had done- about 70 bucks- his appt was in April and I reminded the office girl I needed to pay in June when I...
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    When do school supplies go on sale?

    Staples had some great penny and quarter deals last year.....anxiously awaiting the sales!!! Especially with three in school :thumbsup2
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    Family Fun Magazine - 1 Year $5.00 - Amazon

    Great Find! I just used DMR points to get mine....
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    Grocery Shopping Tips

    You've joined our secret society!! ;) My DH and I shop together- I methodically check adds on line and print out grocery lists of sale things we use- and cross-reference with my coupon box to maximize savings - We never walk out of a grocery store with less than a 50% savings.... We have "our...
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    ? Regarding leaving child alone in room

    I couldn't do it... my kids would do something that required security to come...:rolleyes:
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    New Air conditioning system or Disney Trip???

    I would have to say.... get the A/C fixed..... I cannot live without my A/C
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    The Incredibles

    I love this movie! My favorite is Edna..... a perfect friend when you "suspect" your husband isn't being truthful with you.....




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