Robin McGraw's book
Posted By: Cheap Home Remedies on 2009-01-19
In Reply to: wrinkles - best home remedy? sm - frugalfannie
Robin has a ton of home remedies, even cow balm, which she got from her grandmother! I accidentally caught her on Rachel Ray, which I never even watch. They also did a Dr. Phil show about it recently. I heard Dr. Phil say that many of these remedies will be posted on drphil.com. I believe it will be on rachelray.com as well.
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Robin McGraw
I haven't read her book but did see her on the show talking about her alcoholic father and her childhood. It really changed how I felt about her. She had it rough and seems like a good person, not the Privileged and spoiled person I wrongly judged her to be. Now I like her a lot more.
with Ryan O'Neil and Ali McGraw. nm
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If it were me, I would go to Dr. Phil Mcgraw web site and email him. See what he would suggest.
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Tessier's Surgical 'Word Book, old but good. And the Quick Look Drug Book and Saunders
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I read this book also. Wonderful book.
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seeing that first robin is so exciting!
It makes us hopeful! I'm near Philadelphia, and I've been seeing robins for about week, maybe two. I can't wait to get in the garden and start growing things.
I agree with Robin
Everyone is different, and I wouldn't take it personally.
The best thing to do is talk with her some time and tell her how you are feeling ... ask her about her end of it.
As long as people are respectful and not acusatory, communication is the best way to go.
Robin Williams did a skit about this once....
Robin Williams once said.....something to the effect of....
A woman president would never push The Button (red button to make war).....she might get a little testy every 28 days but she wouldn't push the button.
Or Robin Williams! You'd never be able to slow him down! LOL..nm
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I saw my first robin of spring this morning!
I guess spring really is coming, even though we're still under 18" of snow in my neighborhood (yeah, it's shady in here). I'm about 30 miles north of Albany, NY. Anybody see a robin farther north?
Robin, I have to disagree, here are the reasons....sm
First of all, when a woman truly wants a baby of her own, it goes way beyond WANTING, like a possession, I faced this myself, I had polycystic ovarian disease, had been married 8 years, and had lost 3 treasured babies. I was so devastated, and while I would have welcomed an adopted or foster child, there was this deep, inner need, it was like the need to BREATHE, beating within my heart, I love my husband so much and I just wanted to much for us to have the baby we had dreamed about since before marriage. Happily, just when I thought it would never happen, I had my daugher, quickly followed by two sons.....God is good, I had lost three, but God blessed and honored me with three. But women who conceive and have children easily cannot fathom the deep heartache of those who cannot, it is like missing a limb or other body part, worse....
As for adoption, it is wonderful, but do you have any idea the money it takes?? The YEARS, the stress, the invasion of privacy...and how many of us can travel to distant countries to the beautiful infants and children who truly NEED parents, many of us cannot do that.
There are many times IVF does not work, just like natural conception, God decised both. And insurance does not pay for multiple attempts, many times not at all, just depends. If the resulting child is cherished, nurtured, and happy, it is a wonderful blessing. In this case, though, it is just so outrageous, I cannot imagine the doctor who would do this, should definitely lose his license....and all those babies will pay in more ways than a few, most small, pre-term or multiple babies grow with many developemental disorders that will effect their whole lives.....so sad.
Snow Robin (LOL - i kinda like that name)
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Great info, Robin
I started having symptoms about 15 years ago but didn't get diagnosed for a long time. I was in a new marriage, pregnant with my midlife baby, working fulltime and caring for my mom at home through her terminal illness, so I figured I was just suffering from anxiety and stress.
Towards the end of my pregnancy the baby was determined to have IUGR and had to be delivered early. A couple of weeks later I got a phone call that his newborn screen indicated he was hypothyroid, so I brought him in for a recheck and this time the blood work was normal. I couldn't seem to make enough breast milk, though, and over the next couple of years my periods never returned to normal. My mom passed when my son was 4, and a month or so after that I finally went to a doctor for a "checkup."
My own labs came back showing I was hypothyroid and postmenopausal, and as an added perk the doctor diagnosed me with clinical depression. Suddenly everything fell into place in terms of my baby's IUGR and transient hypothyroidism, my weird periods and problems with breastfeeding, the uncharacteristic weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, constant coldness and extreme lethargy. It's still stunning to me that with all the medical scrutiny I went through during the pregnancy nobody thought to check my hormones.
Like you I HATE taking that stupid little pill every morning. I live a healthy lifestyle, eat as organically as possible and am a follower of natural and alternative medicine, so the possibility of treating hypothyroidism other than synthetically is exciting to me. I had been a big consumer of soy milk and tofu until recently and have stopped that. I've always avoided artificial sweeteners and fluoride and think I get enough iodine as I've always lived near the coast. I've increased my exercise and am concentrating on shedding this extra poundage once and for all. Still, my thyroxine level was never just "borderline," and an herblist and a homeopathic physician have told me hypothyroidism is challenging to treat by natural means. I realize I may never get completely off the meds, but I'm going to do what I can.
Thank you for your tips and inspiration!
I have a robin nesting on my porch
 This robin has been living here for 3 years now. She made 3 nests, 1 on each corner of the porch and one in the middle. She hatches babies in the right corner, then nests in the second corner, then goes to the middle if she is going to have more babies.
The first year, she would fly away every time I went out on the porch. Now I can get within 2 feet of her without her flying away. Guess she's getting used to me. I also talk to her every time I go out even, if it's to say "Good morning mama".
Last year I was broken-hearted. I went out and automatically looked to the right where she was nesting with 4 babies. They were gone as was the nest. I found the nest on the ground, a little mangled, but no babies. Something must have gotten up there after them. I put the nest back but mama didn't come back. She did this year and so far 4 babies. Watched them grow but missed them leaving the nest.
Now she's nesting in the left corner. That's the one closest to our outside security light and where I put the dog out on the leash. She doesn't move even if I walk right up to the pole. This is so cool. I almost have the urge to put food out for her, but don't want to go that far.
Robin Williams and Carol Burnett..
For those of us who watched the Carol Burnett Show, you'll probably remember this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfDyTUiL8xs&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fsketchcomedyclips%2Ecom%2Fvideos%2Ephp%3Fid%3D37
No, Robin...You're the VOICE OF REASON on this topic and
And you're saving me the trouble of posting since you're beating me to it.
Keep posting and keep the reality checks coming, please!!!
ROFL, that was good, Robin, I was thinking the same thing but.....sm
you have articulated it so much more colorfully than I ever could,what a hoot, even though it is such a sickening story. Man, did this woman EVER have any self-respect, self-esteem, to say nothing of self-discipline and brains? Total sociopath, puts the "ICK!" in SICK!!
Nah, and I NEVER pass on those round robin letters for good luck, money, love, etc. if passed on in
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DR Book
We just got our copy this week and after the first few pages - I believe it is going to hurt!! We need it though - husband is really stressed. We have two kids in college and one goes in next year. Two oldest are getting married soon - SCARY STUFF!!
best book
Thanks for the insight. I love to read and have trouble with finding good books. Have you read The Kite Runner? It is one of my all time bests. You have to stay with it though.
In the book
The Five People You Meet is Heaven (obviously fiction) tells about choosing the best time in your life and that is what "your" heaven will be like. I love the thought of that. Am still trying to decide what I could choose.
Do you have his book?
Cesar would say that nobody has established the leadership role, so the dog has taken it. Somebody has to do it.
She's being dominant. The good news is that if you learn how to be the leader and your kids learn to act like Cesar has taught his kids, your dog will happily fill the proper place in the pack. It wouldn't matter if she was 14 years old. Dogs live in the moment. She's been learning all you've been accidentally teaching all this time.
One thing about the process is that you need to dedicate whatever time is needed; you don't give up in the middle of a lesson or you have to start over next time. Get Cesar's book or books and be the a pack leader your dog can be proud to follow. :o>
There are other methods as well, and you can get other books. Many "real" dog trainers think his tactics are way off base, but often they soften after reading his book and seeing where he's coming from. But IMO your dog is a candidate for his methods.
Nothing-In-Life-Is-Free is one popular training method.
Self-help book
This book changed my life many years ago. Read it; you will not be sorry. "Your Erroneous Zones" by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer.
Lilly
book
The Bluejay Boarders! I do not even remember who wrote it but it was the first book I really read all by myself, first chapter book so to speak and it made me cry. To this day I cannot find that book! Anybody ever heard of it?
yes, that was book 4
She has published 6 in the series so far and #7 should be out next year. DG has said that there will be "at least" 8, so leaving open the possibility for a 9th. She also has plans for a second Outlandish companion book and a prequel about Jamie's parents, but who knows when.
book
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10241585
Here is the site where I found the book... all the way at the bottom you can click on read all reviews & read what everybody is saying about it. I saw the movie & if this book is half as good as that movie it will be great! Everybody says really good things about the book:) may wanna check it out!
this is not a book, but
My teenage son wants one of these DVD:
Wanted, Hellboy2, and Hancock...in case movies are an option. Sometimes my neighborhood kids have movie parties and if someone gets a new one they get voted to watch theirs. It might make the gift last a little longer if they can share it with their friends.
book for you
http://www.amazon.com/Crisis-Preparedness-Handbook-Complete-Physical/dp/0936348070/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1229615952&sr=1-3
This is a really complicated subject, even though your question is simple. You probably should go have a talk with your FIL about what he considers standard equipment for the house in your area. Good luck!
another book
I get dressed every day and keep my lace up shoes on all day, otherwise I will be tempted to nap..... After two years in my robe I was a bag lady.
http://www.amazon.com/Sink-Reflections-Marla-Cilley/dp/0553382179/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1229622325&sr=1-2
book
I read a book about emergency preparedness. Wish I could tell you I had enough money to bury, but I don't!
Book online if you can...
And save your confirmation and payment receipt with your tickets. You should receive confirmation in your cabin at least 24 hours before your first shore excursion. If you don't, check with the Purser's office or the shore excursion desk.
I have traveled on Carnivel three times, most recently last month. I much prefer booking tours online instead of standing in line, and that eliminates finding out your tour is booked up once you get to the desk. Online will tell you immediately if the tour you want, at the time you've chosen, is full or not.
Hope this helps and that you have a great time. I love cruising!
Dog allergies/dog book
Don't know what kind of a dog but my sister had a Red Setter that had thyroid problems and also an allergy to wheat and so they had to buy special food without wheat which was only "Friskies" and that did help to cure the itching. Oprah had a repeat on about the Dog Whisper and showed how he cured several dogs of being aggressive around other dogs. His book is wonderful. My neighbor got it and it worked for them. Have been luck with my dog, she is now 16 which is very old for her mix -- chow/lab and she has never been aggressive. Did not have any puppy problems with chewing or barking. Of course she got her walks every day of over 2 miles at a time and I think that exercise is the biggest help. Never crated her either and if and when I get another one will not do that to a dog. Mine is now deaf and partially blind but still walks up to the park three times a day, slow but does it. Never an accident in the house. No medications except aspirin. She will probably outlive me.
So, because I have his book I am uneducated?
Hmmmmm.
I ordered the DVD and the book.
I have been applying The Secret for about 2 or maybe a little more weeks now. Also my husband and grown son are using it. We are all experiencing interesting results. I am using it to lose weight and so far have lost several pounds without dieting. My son worked on 5000 dollars and last week received 1000 and then got another 4000. My husband is using it for more energy.
OK-what is your fav book or what are you reading now
My very favorite book is Outlander by Diana Galbadon and I am current re-reading the second book in the Outlander series, Dragonfly in Amber. I would like to reread all 6 of them this summer, but Harry Potter is also coming out, so we'll see. They are all huge books.
Cesar's book
No I don't have that book but I will get it. Thanks for the info. Hopefully we can retrain her to not be aggressive. She does play and loves to play, but only on her terms. She is very ornery at times with the kids. She doesn't like them picking her up. She doesn't like being moved when she's comfortable. She can be fun and cute and playful, but I really don't like her being mean any at all, no time is acceptable to me for her to be mean. And she barks incessantly! At the mail man every day, anytime she sees anyone outside, neighbor, UPS, fedex, she goes berserk! I don't think she'd really hurt them if she could get to them, but I can't afford to take that chance either.
I am using his book as a reference also. Thank you! nm
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I feel the same way, besides how much is a book? lol
Get a copy of the paperback version or as you said ask if you can read when they are done or check one out at the library.
After all, why not just then go to your bookcase and take one out and wrap it up? lol
Yes, tacky.
book a massage - I had one not that
long ago, and I felt like a new woman, but that only lasted for a couple days :(
Favorite book
I loved the Bobbsey Twins books. Boy, that dates me!
Get the YOU On A Diet book - sm
Follow their advice to the letter and you will see results!!!!
The book was excellent!...sm
I read that when I was around 16 and couldn't put it down. Check it out!
It is in the Good Book....
NM
I read the book. Even better.
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May I recommend a book
Which may help?
"The Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense." May seem completely unrelated, but I sense a serious problem in the way he responded to you about how "YOU" should have responded to HIS needs.
It is extremely subtle, the technique he is using. I highly recommend the book; difficult to get, out of print. I have a copy and am not willing to give it up....
I could write a book (sm)
But where do I start? I have an ex-husband and had 3 dogs, one of which was incredibly loyal to him even though he never lived in the house since her birth. All she had to hear was, Daddy's coming over tonight, and she would just stare out the window until he arrived.
Well, I moved and only could take 2 dogs, so I told him he had to take Clara (it was a lie, but I felt like they needed each other LOL).
He lives in an efficiency and when he went to work, she managed to do all kinds of crafty things when he was gone.... like taking a half-full can of Diet Coke, spilling in on the bed, and then covering it up with the blankets...
She can get into child-proof locks on the cabinets. He has to put the garbage in his car every day. She opens up the coffee container and just leaves it for him... like... okay... see what I can do?
She is the smartest dog I've seen in my life. When they visit, I swear, she understands what I'm saying.
But the most incredible thing is how she loves him.
He did some Internet searches for things to keep dogs with separation anxiety busy. Remember, she was here with her siblings and me all the time. You might want to check that out. One idea was stuffing an apple with peanut butter. He finally resorted to just leaving the jar open. The cage isn't really a bad idea either if it's a young pup.
One more story... He was walking her and an unleashed dog attacked her. He managed to separate them and get someone to get Clara back in the house, but the door didn't shut tightly. He was still holding the unleashed dog and she bounded out out to defend him. She ended up getting ripped up with over 40 stitches. He's convinced she only came back out for his sake.
Anyhow, sorry for going on, but if any suggestions below don't work (I didn't read them), do a search or email me and I'll give you his email so he might give you some tips.
I was just thinking today how my life revolves around my dogs. I really don't even like leaving the house because I know they hate it. If I miss one of their 'scheduled' walks, I feel guilty. I do have more of a life than my dogs, but... you know... ;-)
His book was really good
He has nice quick little stories constituting his book with words of wisdom thrown in. His book has really changed some of my outlook on things--I have three kids nearly the same ages as his children and a husband who is 2 years older than Randy Pausch. (I'm quite a bit younger.) One (or both) of us possibly could be in a situation like his--you just never know, so live your childhood dreams and leave something for your kids to be proud of...
Anyway, I wholeheartedly recommend his book. I haven't been picking up books too much (except to study), but I was drawn to his book sitting there in the new section of my library's shelf. I'm glad I took the couple of hours to read it. It's a quick and interesting read.
Above all, I hope his death was peaceful and as painless as possible and that his wife and children have wonderful memories of him.
I just finished a book by
Mary Kay Andrews entitled Savannah Breeze. Great book! The next one I will read is Savannah Blues (same author).
where does this book plug in?
Great, now even reading bedtime books to my kids is getting outsourced!
Read this Book
The Fourth Turning by William Strauss and Neil Howe.
You don't have to get mad about pulling funding for schools because it is never going to happen.
You might get mad because of sacrifices YOU personally will be asked to make in your old age, but from here on out, kids will be treated like the future they are. History repeats itself.
old book? Wow. You sure know how to punch someone
in the gut. Some of us hold that "old book" very close and dear. It may not be your bag, but please, if we should accept your point of view, what says you can be so rude about something important to others? Most namely Abraham, Moses, Jesus Christ to name a few. BTW: You obviously don't believe in "karma" either from your comment, or the effect a negative energy put out creates.
I don't mean to be rude, but your comment just about some old mythological book sucked the wind out of my sail. Old book, that's nice.
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