TELL TELL TELL!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 6:15 AM on October 10, 2008

notsnot, Tom was born with a cleft lip.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:03 PM on October 7, 2008

If you decide to get him email, look at www.zoobah.com We use it and have been very pleased.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 11:59 AM on October 4, 2008

Georgia. I'm already looking at the Odyssey of the Mind program as far as enrichment goes.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 8:56 AM on October 3, 2008

place holder
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 6:02 PM on October 2, 2008

Fabulous post!! Great job!
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:52 PM on October 1, 2008

I have about 20 pieces from ebay. A few folk artists that I bought are now going for much more. I don't really look for names, just for what I like. Ebay is a great place for that.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 3:46 PM on October 1, 2008

Kelden gets my vote. Great name!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 5:48 AM on September 30, 2008

Second the charm bracelet. We are doing that for our daughter and now that she is 8, she loves looking at it and wearing it (only for very special occasions). Do that or an add a pearl necklace. Those are WONDERFUL and then she will have a strand of pearls when she is grown. Just be SURE to get grown up size pearls, 5 or 6 mm. Most add a pearls are tiny, good for children but useless to a grown woman. A nice jeweler will help you start a necklace using adult sized pearls. Either gift... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 5:57 AM on September 29, 2008

Are you on a well? My parents had the exact same thing and they had to have their well treated. The guy poured a very small amount of a clorox type solution into their well and it went away. They would repeat about 3 times a year. You could smell it in the shower so well because it was a large amount of heated water. Made it more noticeable.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 11:20 AM on September 28, 2008

One of my very favorites. I don't think ANYONE has ever looked better than he did in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". Such a great actor and just a quality human being. Prayers for his family. He will be greatly missed.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 12:37 PM on September 27, 2008

My daughter had to take antibiotics for a full year for a kidney problem. I gave her acidophiles daily in her milk and we ate a lot of yogurt. She never had one yeast problem for the whole year. I would think it is worth a try.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 9:08 AM on September 23, 2008

While my post may not be the best, the quote was pretty much exact. You can watch the entire thing on the video embedded in the link.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:00 PM on September 21, 2008

Medela makes these bags that you can use in the microwave to steam sterilize nipples and pacifiers and such. Each bag can be used 20 times. They were FABULOUS!! Babies r us carries them.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 6:43 PM on September 20, 2008

I really like the file cabinet idea mentioned above. Boring and perfect for locking things away. You can get a two drawer that should be big enough.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 10:24 AM on September 19, 2008

Love Sydney Abigail or vice versa. Just my 2 cents. Congrats!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 8:59 PM on September 18, 2008

We bought some mattress sets from our local Habitat for Humanity store (US). Local furniture stores donate new sets to help the cause and they get the tax write off. We bought King sets for $600. Other sizes were priced accordingly. It isn't the best set ever but with a pillow topper bought at Wal Mart for $25, it is fine and well worth the money. See if you have a habitat store in your area. They are great for all kinds of finds, appliances to gently used furniture to everything else!!... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 8:50 AM on September 18, 2008

Thank you Plinth, I appreciate your kindness in formatting this post. I had to stop reading the other threads because of the garbage therein. If I had a child with Down syndrome, I just don't think I could be so giving to the community.

To all the ones bitching about this having its own thread, is it really worth all the time and energy that you are using to argue that point? A member of this community wanted to help educate the group to something that he deals with... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 7:52 PM on September 17, 2008

Kids are cruel. EVERYBODY has had something that some stupid kids laughed at and caused embarrassment. It is a universal part of growing up. Don't let those same stupid dunder heads make your adult life uncomfortable. Get some inexpensive cargo shorts, spend some time outside just to take the glow off the gams and wear those shorts with pride!! Be proud of yourself and save your paranoia for something else. Happy Shorting!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 6:29 AM on September 17, 2008

Jekyll Island off the GA coast has several lovely golf courses and is much cheaper than Hilton Head. Stay at the Millionaires club hotel, a bit of history with your golf get away. Have fun!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 10:18 AM on September 16, 2008

Haven't read the article, but I would just like to say that the screening is very, very often wrong. We were told by the head of perinatology at (insert name of large hospital that everyone would recognize) that our son had a 95% chance of having down's. NINETY FIVE PERCENT!!! That was after the ultrasound that measures the nuchal space. No blood work had come back, just the ultrasound that the tech did WRONG and therefore got the wrong measurements. Now this guy was the HEAD of the... [more]
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:50 PM on September 15, 2008

Bravo Liza, I appreciate your comment. You were able to separate your politics from your personal decision and what was going to best for you and your family. It is so easy to sit in your easy chair, laptop in lap, with drink in hand and comment about "what I would do," or "What you SHOULD do". I really appreciate knowing what someone else who has been in the diagnosis chair did. The news that there may be something wrong with a pregnancy/baby (yes, I saw my fetus as a... [more]
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:03 AM on September 16, 2008

This comment by Purtle rocks. I am a Southerner, and somewhat conservative and I usually stay far away from these threads because, well, you know. I really appreciate Purtle's insight and her observations of the people around her. She doesn't agree with them politically but has taken to time to understand where they are coming from and why they might feel the way that they do. And coming from a very conservative background, I feel like her observations are spot on. Calling conservatives,... [more]
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 2:25 PM on September 11, 2008

Yeah!! Happy happy day!!
posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 12:23 PM on September 5, 2008

Agree with "parents" 100%. I can't tell you how many parents I had who fought me tooth and nail on everything, always to the detriment of their children's well being! Very, very frustrating. Now that I'm a parent, I always try to keep that in mind!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 11:22 AM on September 2, 2008

My husband always called me "pearl" because I am "round and white and shiny", like a pearl. That kind of turned into pearlybob and that stuck. I AM round and white and shiny so it fits.
posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 8:56 PM on August 26, 2008

I'm not sure I agree with your statement that "all babies do it." Mine didn't. When they were newborns, everytime they awoke, they were either being held or in a sling or lying next to us in bed. As they got older and transitioned to sleeping on their own, they would wake with some sounds, coos and just baby babble. Now, my children have both been VERY easy and I realize how blessed I am but I just don't agree that it is something that all babies do. I agree with the poster above... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 6:49 PM on August 24, 2008

I'm 5 years out, had no complications and despite gaining some weight back, feel like it was one of the best decisions I ever made. I got my life back. I was much heavier than you are and it was a drastic change but a good one and I've never regretted it. MeMAil me if you have questions. I'll be glad to share.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 5:36 AM on August 18, 2008

A former student of mine (19 yrs old) was tragically killed on his brand new street bike on July 4th. Facebook is how I learned of his death, everybody was posting RIP messages in the newsfeed. I called another student and learned what had happened.

His Facebook page has become a memorial and has lots of activity. I appreciate the need for his friends to express their sorrow with a medium that they so closely relate to but it is still very hard for me to see the... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 1:12 PM on August 13, 2008

I'm confused. Clayton County is just south of Atlanta. It is very urban and no where near the north part of the state. The town of Clayton is in Rabun County Ga. Now it is up "north". Up near Helen, Ga and the mountains. It seems like if this was real, they would get their locations correct.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 5:47 AM on August 13, 2008

I would get a very nice First Christmas ornament. You can get a crystal or sterling silver one for about $50. Have it personalized with your Mom's and the baby's name. It is small enough to travel well and something that they will use and think about her every year. If they don't celebrate Christmas, maybe you can do something similar with something that they do celebrate.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 1:23 PM on August 12, 2008

My bet is on normal too. Sounds like the craziness that starts happening with hormone flutuation during BF'ng. At one year, baby is eating more other foods and your body is adjusting. Get the test and check with your Dr but I'd bet you are fine.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 4:07 PM on August 11, 2008

Check with her Dr about geting plugged into your local cancer support group ASAP. They can help you address these issues and are a very caring bunch. I wish the best for you and your family during this rough time.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 1:06 PM on August 11, 2008

He was one of my favorites.


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posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:20 AM on August 9, 2008

Well, I was thinking that the smells from both flowers and food items might not be a good idea. Some of the patients are VERY sensitive to smell and I don't want to make anyone ill. Good ideas, just not for this situation.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 10:25 AM on August 8, 2008

Now this is misandry.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 4:02 AM on August 7, 2008

I filed.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 7:14 PM on August 6, 2008

I remember this episode like it was yesterday. I was older, not really into SS anymore but my brother watched so it was always on in our house. I cried like a baby for days. Mr. Hooper had a large part in raising me. I loved him and was really crushed to learn of his death. Thanks for this post, I haven't thought of him in a while. Happy Birthday Mr. Hooper, I wish my kids could know you like I did.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 6:52 PM on August 6, 2008

That was all kinds of awesome!! And they are so right about GA!! We can't decide!! We like it all!

Having BBQ for lunch. Great post!!
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 5:33 AM on August 5, 2008

Nthing maid service. I LOVE my maid!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 5:11 PM on August 4, 2008

Here is the actual Diggerland website. Should have looked further.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 2:32 PM on August 4, 2008

You could put "The pleasure of your company is your birthday gift to me." At the bottom of the invite. Or something along those lines to address the no gift thing.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 10:20 AM on August 4, 2008

So glad things are looking up! Been thinking about you! Welcome back!
posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 10:30 AM on August 3, 2008

My children are 7 years apart and adore each other!! My daughter, being the eldest, helps me to care for her brother and does a fabulous job. He worships the ground she walks on and totally lights up when she comes in the room. The dynamics may change as they get older but this notion that 5 or 6 years is a terrible age gap is crap.

Also, I have lots of kids toys in my living room. So there!!
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 8:11 PM on July 31, 2008

Recycle it, move on.
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 2:37 AM on July 27, 2008

2nd the prenatal. Check out www.babycenter.com. The name says it all. Congrats!!
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 7:39 PM on July 26, 2008

I'm thrilled for them. Much love and happiness to their family!!
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 7:15 PM on July 25, 2008

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posted to MetaTalk by pearlybob at 8:53 AM on July 25, 2008

This makes me so sad. I've been following his journey since I watched the Last Lecture about 4 months ago. If you haven't watched it, please do. It is really good.

My prayers to his precious family.
posted to MetaFilter by pearlybob at 8:52 AM on July 25, 2008

you can get a mattress pad for about $15. Isn't that a nice little bit of insurance against something unforeseen happening to your new investment?
posted to Ask Metafilter by pearlybob at 2:34 PM on July 22, 2008 marked best answer