Bini

Yes. All adults paid for. There's just too many kids.

I'm going to be planning a party and I need help in wording my preferences. Basically, I'm looking at making reservations at a restaurant that's family friendly but on the pricier side. I want guests to know that children are welcomed to come but we will not be footing the bill for them. I think that's nicer than saying adults only, at least, this way it gives parents the option of bringing the kids or getting a sitter. (I don't really mind making it an 'adult only' get together but I know that some guests won't come if they can't bring their children due to arrangement issues.) Any ideas?

I dunno, the Europeans are pretty dang nutty when it comes to football, real football.

Not really a movie but I spent almost two hours watching a compilation of newly released or upcoming console games for 2015 and 2016. There's a few that I'm really excited about!

Except, as a first time mama, buying "the good stuff" really just puts a damper on the wallet. I totally fell into that trap. Bought everything brand new for my first child. Silly because she outgrew it so dang fast. Otherwise, yes, I agree - for myself - I spend waaay too much money on "the good stuff" lol. (Shoes and bags are my weakness but since I'm vegan, I don't buy anything leather or animal fur, so I actually save on that.)

Too many variables to layout a blanket statement on this. I agree with bits of what others have already said. This shouldn't be something that overwhelms you, there's some simple considerations to make, which can help you figure out what's appropriate and what's not. For example; is this kiss... a cultural way of saying hello and goodbye?a doting gesture to show someone "I love you" towards a family member or friend?fueled by passion, the kind typically reserved for couples? I think if you can figure it out in those easy peasy steps, it won't be so confusing. Point 1 and 2, aren't things to be concerned about, I mean honestly. Point 3, I think some extra common sense in regards to what degree of intimacy the kiss is. Is it just a simple peck but you still feel passionate about the other person? Or is it a lot more intimate? Personally, I think the first is fine, even among teens, a kiss of that nature just isn't a biggie. I think when it gets more hot and steamy, that opens doors that lead to other potential situations, ones that might be hard to back out of once you're halfway in. So yeh, consider what I said and use common sense.

In the last few years, ever since I've had my daughter, my favourite way to save money is buying secondhand. I'm picky but I'll buy preowned apparel (tee shirts, jeans) and toys, basically, things that can easily be sanitised by washing or disinfecting. Why this is my favourite way to save is because yard sale-ing and thrift shops can be so much fun!

I haven't experienced such thing. I have been spooked but I can have an overactive imagination at times. If I happened to feel the presence of someone I loved who had passed, I doubt I'd share it with anyone but my husband and or children. For me, when dealing with something very personal, I tend to keep it that way.

I've been in your exact situation. There is no magical time frame for when hurt is healed. It varies from person to person, and some wounds, are always there but they do get less painful as time goes by. I can honestly say that I do not love my ex in any sense, shape or form. He was unhealthy and destructive to be around. The best decision I ever made was to walk away, while there was still time. That said, I hold no grudge towards him anymore, but do I love him? NO. I forgive him and I forgive myself. Now, my love is for my current husband and our children.

Sometimes I overlook the fact that my daughter has taught me some valuable lessons. She's not quite four yet, so even though the teaching moment is unintentional, there's still an impact when I reflect back on it. I remember one evening, I was feeling miserable, and I ended up loudly snapping at my husband over something silly (as in, not important or worth getting aggravated over). My daughter says, "Mama, that hurts me ears! Please don't shout. When you feel so mad and you want to roar, take a deep breath, and count to 4!" (This is a Daniel The Tiger song.) It definitely made me stop and think, hmm, I need to cool down. Also reminded me that children are sensitive to how parents interact with each other. Another teaching moment was being at the store. I consider myself friendly and approachable but among strangers, I don't tend to go out of my way to smile or greet others. I find it so cool that my daughter feels comfortable smiling and greeting people we walk past, kids or adults, it doesn't matter. She has this charity in her where she gets joy from reaching out to others. Most people return the smile or greet, and occasionally she's totally ignored, but it doesn't seem to phase her - she continues to do it. She's such a great example of not worrying how others perceive her and showing kindness. I guess I need to work on breaking out of my comfort zone and not worrying about whether such a gesture is returned in fear of awkwardness. Okay, feel free to share your experience. What has your child or children taught you in 2015? This isn't limited to small children but grown children, maybe even grandchildren, too :)

It was a crisis for the company.

I have not kept up on the whole Ashley Madison crisis. Wow.

There are no verses in the Bible that influence me, one way or another, I don't follow it. As for human beings or ET's out there, sure, could be. I'm not really concerned over it, to be honest.

You could go as friends. I know, crazy notion, huh? I went to a couple dances with dates that I was not attracted to in any sense but it sounded like fun and so I went. I agree with checking in on what your parents expect of you, and if they give you the green light, then you make your own decision.

Insurgent TERRIBLE. I was partial to the first film. It was okay. I wouldn't recommend it, really, and I would NOT recommend this one. Glad we just rented it.

Scooby Doo: KISS I didn't actually watch it but my daughter and husband did, and kind of got into it. It was too all over the place for me but I guess that's what makes an engaging kids' movie. It's got lots of band music, flashy colours, and a pretty outrageous villain. I think it'd probably interest most kids.

Scooby Doo: KISS I didn't actually watch it but my daughter and husband did, and kind of got into it. It was too all over the place for me but I guess that's what makes an engaging kids' movie. It's got lots of band music, flashy colours, and a pretty outrageous villain. I think it'd probably interest most kids.

Oh no! Hope you feel better. Whatever you do, keep what you've got contained at home, if you can help it. Don't want to spread it around!

Some forums have it. That's why I brought it up. But yeh, okay, I hear you.

Well, if you're male, you might.

I'm not sure if some of you are referring to the popular maxi dresses and or skirts. Indeed, they are flow-y and can become static-y, causing material to cling to the body. But personally, I don't find them to be immodest or inappropriate for Sunday church attire, I think they're a good choice for women who are pregnant and women that might be curvier - it's definitely a comfy choice for mums, period! I would bet that the majority of women choose maxi dresses and skirts for comfort, as well. But yeh, sometimes as a woman you just can't win! An outfit is either too tight, or too loose. Aiya.

I thought there was, somewhere, but not sure how to go about searching it out. I had an idea, it's not anything exciting but could be convenient instead of utilising the quote feature. How about being able to tag members in a post? For example: @member yada yada yada Then that member will get a notification alert?

Forgot the underwear mooning. I agree, a bit risque, but was super brief.

I did specify that I hadn't read the article, nor that I read every response, upon making my comment. I did, however, read some of the responses and was adding onto those...

Yeh, that's not what I was talking about. Every human being has worth, earned, or not.