http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms This is a discussion forum. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:20:34 GMT vBulletin 20 http://www.knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/images/misc/rss.jpg http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9010&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:34 GMT 17 Follow these directions:

http://dailynightly.msnbc.msn.com/articles/2133559.aspx

The letter you send inside will be postmarked from "North Pole, Alaska". ]]> The Holidays ibtina 1590 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9010 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9009&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:58:55 GMT 22 I have some unopened Glucose Meters and a slew of unopened needles that I used years ago when I was undergoing fertility treatments and I just don't know what to do with them. These are all sealed and completely sanitary. They are packaged exactly as they were when I bought them at the pharmacy. The needles are actually still in the Walgreens bag. I'm assuming some organization could use them but I'm just not sure where to take them. I found an organization online that I could ship the Glucose Meters to but I'd rather donate them somewhere local. Any ideas??? ]]> Questions and Answers tneilson4 4020 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9009 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9008&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:43:30 GMT 21 I know it is a little early, but my son and I hit the road @ 6am to go to Ohio to see family and friends. I will not have access to a computer, so I... I know it is a little early, but my son and I hit the road @ 6am to go to Ohio to see family and friends. I will not have access to a computer, so I wanted to wish everyone a blesed Thanksgiving. Will be back 12/02. ]]> The Holidays channingsmommy 774 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9008 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9007&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:16:45 GMT 33 My mom is beginning the search for a retirement community/continued care facility. Does anyone have any knowledge about Asbury Place in Maryville,... My mom is beginning the search for a retirement community/continued care facility. Does anyone have any knowledge about Asbury Place in Maryville, Alexian Village on Signal Mountain, or Deerfield in Asheville?

We would love to have her as close as possible, which would be Maryville but since we recently moved here, we just do not know anything about the place. ]]> Questions and Answers sjmj 9897 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9007 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9006&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:09:10 GMT 49 We're looking at a house in Oak Ridge, and I believe my boys (just shy of 3 years old and 9 months old) would be zoned for Glenwood Elementary. I don't expect schools to do all of the work, certainly, but I cringe at the thought of my children not being in a top-notch program. My husband is a product of Oak Ridge schools, and he's not dumb (well, sometimes... ...I kid!), but he graduated 20 years ago. I'm very comfortable in my West Knoxville existence but would be more excited and willing to tear myself away from Northshore Drive if I knew more about Oak Ridge schools.

Please relay anything you know about education in modern-day Oak Ridge. Best schools? Stinky schools? Good teachers? Bad teachers? Programs that are awesome? Programs that are lacking? Help me ease my neurotic, nervous mind. :) ]]> Linzi 2313 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9006 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9005&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:18:46 GMT 134 Does anyone know if it's OK to leave real butter in a butter dish out on the counter all the time? My aunt does this so it keeps it soft (real butter from the store is supa hard) and it makes me wonder if it's safe and if it's OK for me to do it as well. ]]> Mom and Kids Health Deedlit 1043 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9005 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9004&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:17:17 GMT 95 So does it drive anyone else insane when the sippy cups don't match the lids? It drives me absolutely crazy..my hubby doesn't care and used to pair whatever with whatever and it was like nails on a chalkboard for me. He doesn't do it anymore. I guess I'm a little OCD bout my sippers :) ]]> Questions and Answers Deedlit 1043 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9004 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9003&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:40:55 GMT 84 Through Saturday you can get a really good deal on the Trio Building Set with storage. It is $29.96 at Walmart but Kmart has it on sale in their... Through Saturday you can get a really good deal on the Trio Building Set with storage. It is $29.96 at Walmart but Kmart has it on sale in their circular from last Sunday for $17.99. You can go to the Fisher Price website and print a $5 coupon off any Trio set that is $10 or more. If you price match and then use the coupon it drops the price to $12.99. Here is the link on Amazon to read more about the set:

http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-T...8738694&sr=1-1


You could also do the same thing for the Trio Fire Station. It is $24.97 at Walmart:

http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-T...8738935&sr=1-1 ]]> Deals, Steals and Giveaways tneilson4 4020 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9003 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9002&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:20:40 GMT 69 I'm always surprised to hear people say they have "Asthma" and then find them smoking cigarettes, or eating dairy and saturated fats that bring on the effects of asthma even more. Or complain of reflux while drinking coffee, soda and eating a bag of doritoes.

But just came across this article on how changing all that can help asthma symptoms and reflux and worth sharing.

http://www.dietsinreview.com/diet_co...raw-food-diet/ ]]> Mom and Kids Health vegmom 4157 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9002 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9001&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:12:58 GMT 67 The kiddos are wanting an easel for Christmas. I'm thinking two-sided (cause I'm only buying one of them). What would you all recommend? Wood or plastic? Both have mixed reviews. I think it's going in my kitchen so wood would look better but I don't want cracked legs in two months! Also, is there a brand that you all have had luck with? And, most importantly, have you seen any ON SALE?

Thanks! ]]> Where can I find? mom2jaxnmadi 2710 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9001 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9000&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:28:57 GMT 98 I just read the funniest Onion article about Montessori School of Dentistry. I thought some of you might get a kick out of this. And I'm in no way trying to talk bad about Montessori as I think it's a great school and almost sent my daughter to one.

"Teachers—or "roving dental facilitators," as they prefer to be called—can be difficult to spot: They often choose to stay out of the way of their inquisitive pupils, and only make gentle suggestions as to how an infected root chamber should be drained.

"When performing a root canal, there's no such thing as right or wrong," said Montessori educator Vanessa Perrin, who added that she doesn't so much teach her students how to treat an inflamed nerve, as lead them to an open mouth and then stand back. "Sure, we could say to our students, 'The enamel here has completely eroded and needs to be addressed immediately.' But what's more satisfying, what's more dynamic, is to just let them slowly develop an 'impression' of why a patient might be screaming." "

http://www.theonion.com/content/news...l_of_dentistry ]]> Miscellaneous Cyndi 980 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=9000 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8999&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:05:06 GMT 95 I've been to Michael's, Hobby Lobby and Target so far. Hobby Lobby has already sold out of a ton! The selection at Michael's is pretty small, but I think they're still stocking. I found a couple I liked at Target, but I'm still looking for a few more as gifts. Which stores around West Knoxville have a decent selection? ]]> Where can I find? littlefam125 5049 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8999 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8998&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:50:51 GMT 49 NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 09C009

Synopsis:
Certain Evenflo First Choice infant child restraint systems, Model 3604098, manufactured between January 16 and September 29, 2009, fail to conform to the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems." A label containing important information was left off the seat. A label was inadvertently left off this product that contains certain required information about contacting Evenflo to register the car seat in case of a recall, information about contacting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for recall information, as well as a statement certifying that the car seat complies with the safety standard and is certified for use in aircraft. Evenflo will mail the required labels along with placement instructions to registered owners free of charge. The safety campaign is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Evenflo toll-free at 1-800-233-5921 between 8am and 5pm EST.
For more information for this particular recall, please go to 09C009. ]]> Recall Role Call knoxmom 135 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8998 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8997&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:42:24 GMT 48 I have an in-home childcare (8 years experience), I currently have one full-time opening beginning the first week in December. My hours are M-F 7:30... I have an in-home childcare (8 years experience), I currently have one full-time opening beginning the first week in December. My hours are M-F 7:30 -5:30 and I charge $130 for a full week and $30 a day for part-timers. I provide a hot lunch and 2 snacks a day. I have two daughters 15 & 9. We have a lot of fun in our large playroom, we have murals on the walls a foam floor and tons of toys and crafts. References available. If you are interested please give me a call at 865-966-7449 or email me at lovingchildcare@charter.net. ]]> Child care pilar 3237 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8997 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8996&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:34:30 GMT 117 Image: http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_EQPd6NzHk44/SwYHoZ1WYjI/AAAAAAAAA5E/nuN9G-9aoqs/s400/Disney-PJ-Party1.jpg On Friday, November 20th, you can take...

On Friday, November 20th, you can take your kids to the Disney Store in their Pj's for a Pajama Party! They are having two different times: 5:30-6:15 pm or 7 – 7:45 pm, complete with storytelling, games and snacks! My kids are so excited.
Click here to find a location near you.

Thanks for the heads up www.frugalissafinds.com ]]> Last minute news on events knoxmom 135 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8996 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8995&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:18:23 GMT 114 An interesting article about how TN's consumer based tax system is most taxing on those with lower incomes. Anyone else here think we should have an income tax?

http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2009/no...artner=popular ]]> In the news lpmama 2410 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8995 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8994&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:02:02 GMT 112 There's something in the house that I didn't birth, marry, or purchase. It chews. It scrabbles. It is nocturnal.

And my daughter is terrified of the sounds.

We're not getting any sleep. 3am. She's climbing on top of us. 4am. She wants to go back to her bed. (She has always, from birth, hated sharing a bed. She hates beds. I have to dig her out of her nest some nights to put her back in her bed.) 5am. She's waking her brothers to get in their beds. 6am. The alarm clock goes off.

I can't find this creature. I can hear it. I hear it right now, somewhere near the fridge. If I get up, the sounds stop. I've moved the fridge. Nada. (except some stuff we won't mention that is now gone.) There is nothing nibbled on in the house. No bags with holes in the edges, boxes, etc. I've moved the stove. (See fridge notes.) Nada. Pantry's clear, too. Heard sounds in the bathroom - nada. Possibly under the house? In the subfloor? Can't find any droppings.

The last two springs something has been in the attic crawlspace. We plugged the vent holes with steel wool. (Bad idea - 8 weeks of fly cycles later...Seriously bad idea.) We tossed in a few handfuls of moth ball crystals. (worse idea - Don't believe everything you research on the net. The fumes drove us out of the house for a week. And note repeated fly cycles. Did you know that no exterminator deals with flying pests? Too hard to get rid of. Yep. I agree.)

As I listen to this little bugger chew as I type, he sounds like he should be right at my feet, staring at me. I swear he's eating linoleum. Maybe I'm just hallucinating from lack of sleep. But I swear, he's RIGHT THERE. And invisible.

Please. Ideas. Before I go all caddyshack on the house and start blowing holes in the floor. If not for me, then for my daughter. Who may self-destruct if this thing isn't removed. ]]> Excuse me, my SuperMom cape is in the dryer Paloma 5434 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8994 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8993&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:11:39 GMT 205 The house may never be clean and I might throw scraps of food the kid's way if they complain loud enough. My butt will be stuck to the couch playing the New Super Mario Brothers. DH really wanted this game for the Wii and Target had it on sale this week so I went out and bought it. The thing is DH is out of town this week, so it's up to me to "test" it out and make sure it's worth the money. So far, I'm lovin' it! Anyone else have it yet? ]]> Guilty Pleasures... JamesMom 1658 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8993 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8992&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:37:52 GMT 307 I've heard of some people weighing less than they did before they had kids, while other are still lugging around the extra pounds. What about other moms? Are you back to pre-baby weight or better? ]]> Mom and Kids Health knoxmom 135 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8992 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8991&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:29:17 GMT 73 So far so good after the operation to separate toddler Bangladeshi twin Trishna from her sister, Krishna. Trishna is already talking and behaving... So far so good after the operation to separate toddler Bangladeshi twin Trishna from her sister, Krishna. Trishna is already talking and behaving normally and they're just waiting for Krishna to come out of her induced coma. Modern medicine is amazing!

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,...0.000000:b0:z5 ]]> In the news knoxmom 135 http://knoxmoms.com/data/assets/boards/knoxmoms/showthread.php?t=8991