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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:29 am
I think the leash would be a good idea since you're going to be by yourself trying to check in, carrying car seat, stroller, diaper bag and toddler. She won't be able to slip away from you and you'll have your hands free.
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:32 am
Thanks for the support on the leash. I know so many people get so offended or put off by the thought...
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:43 am
Heh, well I'm not a big fan of leashes for kids but I am a big fan of keeping them as safe as possible and some kids and some situations, like a curious 24 month old and her and mom alone in busy airports, it sounds like the best option. Can I ask a silly question though? Why take an umbrella stroller? This totally goes against my saving money thing this year, lol, but wouldn't it be easier to travel without, then pick up a cheapie when you get to Seattle and have Abby's birthmom donate it to a local women's shelter when you leave (or even hold onto it for your next visit?) It'd be one less thing to carry with you and they're fairly cheap and it's something you won't be able to use at the airport carrying the car seat and stuff.
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:44 am
I'm sorry that the leash or harness thing isn't considered more acceptable today. However, we never used one and we got rid of the stroller absolutely as soon as they could walk!
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 10:46 am
What Jimmer said.
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 11:09 am
I have no problems with the leash thing. Especially for parents who have alot of young kids. It's all about safety.
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Serenity
Member
06-28-2005
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 11:30 am
Julieboo, I would check with the airline about allowing a car seat. I think most airlines require them to be checked baggage for safety reasons (in case they have to evacuate the plane quickly, etc.) I have travelled with my children when they were young many times. We always rented a car seat from an agency, brought a simple umbrella stroller (if we knew we were going to be walking a lot) and used a harness in crowded spaces. On plane trips the kids usually get extra treats from the flight attendants. We've never had a major issues. Have fun on your trip!
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:03 pm
I used a leash type thing when my kids were little that was a wrist band on their wrists. It was wonderful! They loved it too cause it gave them some sends of freedom. Julie, have a nice visit. DS's birthmom came in for his birthday this year. They have met before.
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:32 pm
Oops, Julie, my apologies! For some reason I thought you were going to Seattle, just read it's Portland.
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Nyheat
Member
08-09-2006
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:33 pm
*Important question!!* I just got my tax papers from an agency I worked for last year. It seems that they did not count income from the end of December. Rather, that income seems to be counted as 2008 earnings. Note that the check for that pay period was cut late, as it was the holiday season and it took a while. They only counted income I earned earlier in the year. Is that right?
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:42 pm
What was the actual date on the check?
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Nyheat
Member
08-09-2006
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:50 pm
Let's see--I found the check stubs and it seems that they should have included income from 12-23 thru 12-30. BUT the check date is listed as 1-4-2008. Does that make a difference?
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:52 pm
That's the key...the date of the check. It will be on your W-2 for 2008. 
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Nyheat
Member
08-09-2006
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 1:58 pm
Thank you thank you!!!
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Scooterrific
Member
07-08-2005
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 2:07 pm
You're most welcome....glad to help 
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 2:10 pm
I'm glad you asked that Ny I was wondering the same thing. I turned in my time cards from Dec closer to Jan 1 and didn't get the checks til after the new year, wasn't quite sure how that would effect my taxes.
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Merrysea
Member
08-13-2004
| Friday, February 01, 2008 - 2:57 pm
I had a client ask me when I wanted him to date my December check because it would make a difference in my taxes.
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Dipo
Member
04-23-2002
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 12:53 pm
Merrysea, thanks for looking for the creek name, I am going to call it San Miguel and see if the Concord officials have a name for it.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 1:38 pm
Dipo, I think you should be allowed to rename the creek.. and I think it should be Merry Creek in honor of Merrysea. 
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Karen
Member
09-07-2004
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 4:05 pm
Applying for a Canadian passport, does the height and weight need to be provided in feet/pounds, or in cm/kg? My drivers license lists this in cm/kg... does it matter?
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Rissa
Member
03-20-2006
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 4:19 pm
Karen, I just applied two weeks ago and the application form I printed out online said nothing about which to use. I entered lbs and ft/inches and the clerk said nothing when I submitted it. I am sure that as long as you specify their computers will convert it. BTW, do you know about the simplified form for adults? Sure made my life easier this time around. Do you qualify for the simplified form? Simplified Adult Renewal Form
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Merrysea
Member
08-13-2004
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 5:43 pm
I like it, Sea!
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Karen
Member
09-07-2004
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 6:09 pm
Thanks, Rissa! I need the passport for the wedding (five months away now - yikes!) and I don't have time for it to be rejected due to stupid clerical errors. I'm terrified about timing as it is. ETA: It's a first passport for me, not a renewal.
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Rissa
Member
03-20-2006
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 6:19 pm
Don't worry too much about it Karen. When you bring the application in to be processed they go over every single line (I was with the clerk for close to an hour to process three forms) looking for omissions or errors. I would recommend you do this rather than mailing it in, that way you know it was done right. As for timing, I brought ours in about the 15th to 20th of Jan and was told I should have the passports by the end of next week. Could have it in less time if you pay for rush service but with five months you have plenty of time. An out of country wedding? That sound like great fun.. vacation and party all rolled up in one. LOL
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Karen
Member
09-07-2004
| Saturday, February 02, 2008 - 6:43 pm
How long did it take you to stand in line and deliver it in person? I don't know what it's like these days here in Vancouver, but I know it's been a nightmare and I was planning on just mailing it in to save time. You were there processing three forms? So, I could go and wait in line and submit both mine and Don's applications?
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