what if you were dating someone allergic to cats?
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Comments (2)I know the feeling.My cat did the same thing to one of my 15gal.Pindo palm.The fronds started turning brown all of a sudden,I didn't know what was happening to it.I smelled a strong odor of cat pea coming from the pot.Within two weeks it killed two fronds on it.Two more fronds started turning the next week.I took it out of the pot and threw away the potting soil and washed the roots off of all soil.I re potted it with new potting soil and now its doing fine.I put mine in a room where my cat cant get to it.Cat or dog urine will kill a potted plant real quick.You might could sprinkle some cayenne pepper in the top of the pot.It wouldn't take but one time for him or her to jump in it and smell the pepper.If you think that's to harsh you could always try black pepper.You could always try a wire mesh,cats don't like to walk on it.Hope this helps. Randy...See MoreAllergic to cats but not dogs?
Comments (11)I am a person who has been tested for allergies. I am allergic to cat dander but not to dogs. I had to give away my kitten, thus no more ear infections, sore throats, or eye infections and finally landing in hospital. I am now the proud owner of a dog. I am a very happy camper now. Do not know the difference in cat dander or dog dander but there is a difference, as I have had my dog for awhile now and no problemos. When I had my kitten, I was sick constantly,(ALL THE TIME) thus my Dr. suggested I have some allergy tests done to find out what was going on with me, came back it was my kitty. I was in denial even after test came back until I ended up in hospital with an ear and throat infection so bad it set up a bacterial infection. I had to have my house professional cleaned twice before I could move back in, I was so sick from the kitten. I understand your daughter. I avoid cats and will not even go in a house where there is one....See MoreWould dated carpet/flooring be a turnoff if the price were low?
Comments (20)If the dark green is going to be in photos, I would replace it and not touch the others. Is there a wood floor under? Would it be cheaper to refinish it, or if it's in decent shape, throw some wax on it and be done. Our carpet in the dining room & hall could use to be replaced but we didn't because it is still decent & neutral. What I did was offered a decorating incentive, so they could use it on that or what ever. I did buy a shampooer and shampoo the carpets as needed I also think you should check out my post below & interview one or 2 more agents to see what they say. Also, don't waste time to get it listed. Where I am the spring season is almost over if it goes like it did last year. We listed the end of May, the buyers had already bought. Make sure you ask if they have enhanced listings on realtor.com and what they are going to do to market your home. Marketing is very important in this market. Here is a link that might be useful: Agent Interview Questions for sellers...See MoreBefore There Were "Play Dates"
Comments (45)I've been reading this thread since it was posted with trepidation, waiting for the "good ole days" comments and general bashing of current parenting methods; guess I didn't have to wait too long. My early childhood, we played outside all the time, including with the neighborhood kids, or at least I did as much as I was able too. All the kids in our 2-3 block radius were boys my brothers age or older. While I wanted to play, I was seen as the annoying kid sister so I was frequently left playing by myself. When I was 9 we moved into the "country", an established neighborhood 30 minutes outside of town. Everyone lived on a few acres and there were only 2 other "kids" in the entire neighborhood, 2 teenage boys who would hang out with my brother on occasion, but I was still mostly left in the lurch. We were allowed to ride our bikes to the general store a few miles away or go hiking in the canyon, but only together, we didn't really have other playmates. Now, as a mom of 4 kids living in the same neighborhood, I eschew "play dates" but encourage my kids to be active and outdoors. The neighborhood has 2 other families that have children close in age to ours but both parents work and the kids are in daycare/babysitters. My kids playmates are, by and large, each other. Chisue brings up a good point about stay at home moms and sheilajoice added important points as well. Women's lib movement made it possible for ANY woman to accomplish ANYTHING she wanted and I am eternally grateful for that BUT....with it came a flooding of the market with both men AND women capable of doing the jobs. Supply of qualified workers increased and demand didn't follow suit which basically means you've got 200 people qualified to fill these 100 positions. Basic rules of supply and demand means that more workers than jobs drives wages down which means everyone has to work twice as hard. Most families these days don't have much of a choice. Both parents must work to meet ends meet. If the mom stops working to be a SAHM she loses her career advancement. If she (or he) becomes a stay at home parent and the marriage dissolves, they can't just jump back into their career. It isn't about material goods, its about being able to support yourself. I'm taking a "huge risk" in my friends eyes by relying on my husband and believing our marriage will continue to work because, "what if?". How will you support yourselves and the kids?!? Also, my parents, your parents and I suspect most of you when you were parenting young children, did not have to deal with social media, the internet, etc. Very real issues that almost all parents must deal with these days. I'm the "curse" on our elementary school because, as far as I'm aware, I'm the only parent who has said "no, I do not authorize my child or their works to be displayed on the internet." There are different challenges presented to today's parents, and we are doing the best we can in an ever changing world. Here in 20 or 30 years we will get to listen to our kids complain and/or we ourselves will opine for the "good ole days" the same way every other generation has but the bottom line is, we are just like you. Doing the best we can with what we have....See Morejunebug1961
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