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Shanabana
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Username: Shanabana
Post Number: 557
Registered: 10-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 1:21 pm: | 
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BGS: Don't get rid of the mini muffin pans!!! You might need those!!
Good luck in the attic. Try not to spend too much time reading everything, though I know this is nearly impossible. Otherwise you'll be up there all day long. |
Cynicalgirl
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Username: Cynicalgirl
Post Number: 2856
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 3:57 pm: |
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hismom, the toys get smaller and are less likely to have lots of little bits. You spend the same amount, but for less volume. By 12, my kid was mostly about her computer/games, board games, vestiges of Americn Girl doll stuff, some crafts, posters.
But, from about 1-11! My kid had these Polly Pocket things with endless tiny shoes and stuff. And Betty Spaghetti and a woodne doll house. I used lots of ziploc backs, but still. The room that served as playroom was the "sort of dining room." We had an EIK, so we seldom used the dr, which mostly had a big table and chairs, and:
A Playskool plastic kitchen
A plastic work bench
2 level baby doll bed
doll stroller
doll bassinet/changing table
doll house
art/drawing table (kiddy)
lego table
Toy cash register, shopping cart etc.
A wardrobe that I tried to turn into the place with bins where craft kits, paper etc. go
Plastic tubs for stuffed animals and pull toys and whatnot.
All of that stuff is bulky; in fairness to us, much of it was inherited from my sister's kids, and my kid and her friends loved to play with it BUT IT TOOK OVER THE ROOM!!!!
Obviously, I remember it well...!! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4598
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 8:19 pm: |
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Wow, how cool to have so many comments on my little thread.
I spent the weekend going through clothes in my girls' rooms. I have a huge bin plus bags of stuff. I thought we migt try to do a yard sale, but BGS has inspired me to donate what we can to Morrow.
BGS, I will call that number and see what we have that might be appropriate—lots of clothes, coats, toys, puzzles (all pieces) and stuffies.
A yard sale might be fun for the family, but our weekends are jam packed with things to do, plus time is money, right? |
Brett
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Username: Bmalibashksa
Post Number: 2450
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 10:18 pm: |
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Time = money
Yard Sale = Cold hard cash |
sac
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Username: Sac
Post Number: 3488
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 10:38 pm: |
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Donation = satisfaction of helping someone less fortunate + tax deduction - stress of yard sale
PS - If you don't get this done in time for the Morrow Turnover Sale (July), send it over to Prospect for their rummage sale (late August/early September)
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Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4601
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, June 12, 2006 - 5:58 am: |
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I agree Brett, but sometimes at yard sales you end up selling things for crazy low prices. We don't really have any big ticket items, so I'd be out there all day selling things for 50 cents. |
BGS
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Username: Bgs
Post Number: 1069
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Monday, June 12, 2006 - 9:23 am: |
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VIG- Thanks! Believe me, the money that is earned really does go to so many places and people that really need the money! The stuff that is not sold at the end of the sale is then donated to Battered Women's Shelters and other places that puts the stuff to good use...The books are actually sent to a group of people in South Africa who distribute them. Nothing is thrown out except the junk that some people think we need to dispose of for them when they include it in the donation bags that they leave at the church...Why someone would not throw out ratty, faded old wreath bows is beyond me but as I have learned in the over 20 years that I have worked at this sale is that what is one man's junk is truly another man's treasure!
Sorry for the thread drift...
Have a great week!
B
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Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4614
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 2:43 pm: |
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BGS, I just called the number above and got a machine (you know what I mean?). I need to get rid of it ASAP because if all goes smoothly with a home inspection next week, WE ARE MOVING! Can you give me more details, like when is the drop off?
I was just up in my attic trying to see what can go and found 2 more huge bags of dolls and stuffed animals. My basement bathroom is filled with clothes, toys, decorative accessories, pocketbooks!
I really find it depressing! Lots of the stuff is beautiful though plenty is well-loved.
I know if I had a yard sale with stuff like this (even though there are probably more than hundreds of items above) I'd have to sell it all so inexpensively. A friend said puzzles and games sell for 25 cents.
This is supposed to make me feel better, seeing the open space, not depress me because of all the money it cost (not me, my relatives spoil my kids and have given them way too much stuff, though I recently put my foot down.)
I like the idea of donating it locally, but the Vets are coming Tues. for cothes and stuff. If I have to I might send it all that way.
Thoughts? |
Bob K
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Username: Bobk
Post Number: 11834
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 2:47 pm: |
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Vig, a major announcement. Where are you moving to? |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4615
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 2:51 pm: |
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Should I tell or keep them guessing???
Will I jinx myself if I give away too many details???
This hurts me more than it hurts you.
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BGS
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Username: Bgs
Post Number: 1083
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 2:58 pm: |
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VIG-
Drop off starts tomorrow at the church...leave clothes on the Baker Street side of the church on the upper patio and toys etc outside the lower doors near the parking lot.
PL me if you need more info...I can give you a private number to call if you can't get thru to church...
Where are you going? |
Bob K
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Username: Bobk
Post Number: 11835
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 3:00 pm: |
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Vig, you really want to tell us, now don't you? 
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buzzsaw
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Username: Buzzsaw
Post Number: 5031
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 3:00 pm: |
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SHH (I'm old skool) - I know how you feel. I had to get rid of bags and bags and bags of stuff that people had given the kids and it was a bit depressing. We were saying that for birthdays and holidays that people should take toys from us not give them to the kids.....
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Hank Zona
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Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 5718
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 4:28 pm: |
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I have already expressed to VIG in person how crushed I am. |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4620
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 6:23 am: |
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Hank, I'm all broken up about this.
Seriously, I will really miss all the people at Tuscan I run into on a daily basis. Yesterday I was thinking how weird it will be, we will just disappear over the summer.
I am excited for the change, but sad about not seeing all the parents/friends I casually run into. It will be different.
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Hank Zona
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Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 5722
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 7:25 am: |
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who cares about all the other people at Tuscan?!?! What about ME?!?!? What about MY needs?!?!? |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4621
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 7:53 am: |
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Well, now I'm blushing.
I'm easily replaceable. You always have plenty of pretty girls at your side.
(So what if the majority of them are in the 5-10 crowd?) |
Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2353
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 9:21 am: |
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VIG
you make it sound like you are going so far away....
you will still be close enough to satisfy Hank's needs.
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Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4623
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 9:27 am: |
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Hank Zona
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Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 5723
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 10:01 am: |
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instead of feeling despondent, I have decided to be proactive. I did a Yahoo Maps search and found out where we could meet half way after you move. And Pippi is right..with MOL, one is never too far away, despite the miles. |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4625
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 10:57 am: |
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I know what's halfway between us...BUNNY'S!!! |
SoOrLady
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Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 3354
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 11:00 am: |
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VIG - I know I've been out of the loop lately - but when did this decision take place... will you still be available for those Grand Opening fab parties at the CDF Gallery - you know the one in August is going to be outstanding! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4626
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 11:50 am: |
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SOL, yup! Monday is the home inspection, so keep your fingers crossed.
My new name might have to be SOVIG!!!
(There's your hint.) |
Camnol
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Username: Camnol
Post Number: 375
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 12:27 pm: |
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You are moving to South Orange (oops, possibly--don't want to jinx it!)? This amuses me greatly since you reacted like I was coming out of left field for suggesting it in your moving thread! 
I hope everything goes smoothly for you. I vote for giving the stuff away. Moving is stressful enough without having to deal with yard sales. Think of all the good karma you will have! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4628
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 1:00 pm: |
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Camnol, was that you? I couldn't remember who said it, but I specifically remember the post.
Yes, I was surprised I could find just about everything we were looking for. Life will change from now— we will be farther from the train, I can't walk to school with the kids, but at least it's just a few miles away as opposed to an hour away!
Bonus is my husband is closer to the GW than now.
We decided we will have a yard sale next Fri late afternoon & Sat early—just me & the girls. They voted to have it and donate some of the proceeds to charity. Since my husband will be working, it will be something different for us to do together.
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Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2361
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 1:51 pm: |
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VIG - I volunteer to help next saturday morning.
will you guys have enough time before our afternoon plans??? |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4629
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 2:12 pm: |
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Oh, I would love you (even more) for that Pippi. Yes, I figured I'd hold the sale from 9-12 on Saturday, good for the early birds. (Plus whomever would show up maybe Thurs /Fri late afternoon.) I tried calling Town Hall to find out about permits but no one answered. Plus I'll advertise in the News Record.
I have tons of pocketbooks & jewelry too from my old inventory. |
greenetree
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Username: Greenetree
Post Number: 8078
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 2:24 pm: |
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If you get a bigger place, you won't need to clean out the stuff. Just move it. |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4630
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 2:52 pm: |
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I refuse to bring so much junk with me. Once it goes out for that yard sale, it's staying out. I'm starting fresh! |
Camnol
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Username: Camnol
Post Number: 376
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 3:05 pm: |
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VIG,
Yep, that was me. I suggested South Orange because I know of quite a few people who moved there from Maplewood for larger houses and yards. It's great that you found what you were looking for without having to do "deep suburbia!"
Sounds like the girls will have a great time with the yard sale! Let me know where it is--I'm in the market for a purse. |
Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2362
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 3:26 pm: |
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VIG - I'm in. I probably have some stuff to drag out for sale, too 
just hope I don't end up coming home with any of your stuff! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4631
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 4:06 pm: |
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Pippi, I won't let you!
Camnol, I sent you a PL with the specifics...no purchase necessary of course! |
Camnol
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Username: Camnol
Post Number: 378
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 6:48 pm: |
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Got it; thank you. Not that I need to bring more stuff into this house! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4633
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 7:14 pm: |
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VIG's ALL-GIRL YARD SALE! Come see cute girls in bikinis!
Steals & deals include new and barely used purses, silver jewelry, tons of girls' clothing, smaller ladies' clothing, more stuffed animals and dolls than most normal people would ever allow in their homes, glassware, wooden puzzles, games with all the pieces, baby gear including a Lexington brand wooden crib, Graco Snugride car seat, exersaucer, stroller, home decor & accessories and much, much more!
Look for details in next week's New Record and on the MOL classifieds, or PL for more info.
(Bags and jewlery are suitable for gift giving...I even have little gift bags!) |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4657
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 4:30 pm: |
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So the all-girl yard sale will not happen. I just have too much to do! The items will be donated and consigned instead.
Yesterday we started bringing things to storage. It feels good to see more space where there was none, and throw away things we no longer need and/or want. I'm very proud of myself for not allowing Mr. Vig to take the bin marked "Thanksgiving and Halloween decorations." I hate that stuff. I'll get a couple of real pumpkins and call it a day.
I am amazed at the power of off-white paint.
I have callouses from gardening, but the landscaping looks pretty good.
I hate toys.
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Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2433
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 4:52 pm: |
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can you please donate the exersaucer to me?
Actually, I'd be happy to pay for it.
Did I mention I am superstitious?
can you keep it in your house till I give birth?
(just kidding) |
Hank Zona
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Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 5739
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 5:02 pm: |
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moving?!?!? and no yard sale?!??! Im doubly crushed. |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4658
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 5:30 pm: |
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Pippi, Mima claimed the exersaucer for her unborn next grandchild. Yes, E & K are planning on reproducing ASAP. (Next Spring, according to their plans!)
I sent you an email about a few other items you might want. Yours for the asking.
Sorry to disappoint Hank. Yesterday was a sad day for me. I got much more emotional that I thought I would. |
Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2435
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 5:32 pm: |
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well, Mima is the Mima...
I'll check out whatever else you got
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Camnol
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Username: Camnol
Post Number: 384
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 7:36 pm: |
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Ah, no purses for me.  It's just as well, I'm doing a major clean out too. It's all earmarked for the Turnover sale. It would probably be bad form to bring more stuff in!
I hope things are progressing smoothly. Getting a house ready to sell is a royal pain. |
red
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Username: Redy67
Post Number: 5943
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2006 - 9:43 pm: |
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Congrats VIG! I saw on another thread that you were moving and was going to ask on your blog....I hope we can still run into each other at Kim's |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4660
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 12:25 am: |
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Thanks Red, staying somewhat local (SO) so my toesies may be done by someone, someplace new, depending on what I discover over there. Definitely will be in Mpl though, youngest is still going to preschool. |
Pippi
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Username: Pippi
Post Number: 2444
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 9:33 am: |
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VIG - I live in SO, but get my hair and nails done in Maplewood. No reason to switch from what you like.
It's really not that far  |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4663
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 3:28 pm: |
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I know Pip, but I like walking somewhere and downtown Maplewood will be too far, if I can walk to SO, go to the bank, post office and get my nails done I'd be happy. |
Crazy_quilter
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Username: Crazy_quilter
Post Number: 337
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 4:19 pm: |
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can you walk to cheerleading? woo hoo! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4664
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 4:49 pm: |
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I don't think so! |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4684
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 30, 2006 - 7:39 am: |
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Wow. I love having a clean house. It is so liberating not to be bogged down by tons of stuff. I woke up and made my bed. The counters and table are clean. The basement floor is visible. It is amazing!
We did it all ourselves, though my mom came by once and yelled at me, that helped.
I really don't think I could ever go back to living with clutter. It's just not worth it. It's so stressful! Even making a wash was easier because I was able to put everything away without jamming it into a too-stuffed drawer or closet.
I hope, in our new house, we can organize the girls' stuff better, so they have access to crafts and games, and can more easily put things away themselves. If not, I know what I have to do, get rid of it all!
This is something we should have done ages ago.
Behold the power of the big, black garbage bag!
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Soparents
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Username: Soparents
Post Number: 1670
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Friday, June 30, 2006 - 8:24 am: |
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When are you moving? |
Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4687
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, July 3, 2006 - 9:09 pm: |
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SOP, we are moving in August. Closing on the new house mid-Aug, going on a 9 day cruise  (talk about planning, I planned it a few months back before we knew we were moving!) and this house hopefully late August.
We will spend Labor Day weekend getting our new house ready before the older girls start their (new) school! The youngest will stay where she is for her last year of preschool.
Things seem to be going ok here. Still managing to keep the house pretty neat, which is a feat unto itself! |
