http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/comments/ Latest comments by robalman on Minti Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk robalman They don't mind the Tango but can't see why they have to pay for it when they have left. Having children is a lifetime commitment regardless if you are married, separated or divorced. The sooner... Having children is a lifetime commitment regardless if you are married, separated or divorced. The sooner...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/nell18-3/blog/827757/More-Logging-/#835887 http://www.minti.com/members/nell18-3/blog/827757/More-Logging-/#835887 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:00:52 -0700 robalman Does anyone have any new ideas on this topic or wish to share some personal experiences. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8554/The-Demon-Drink/#833677 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8554/The-Demon-Drink/#833677 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:40:07 -0700 robalman Dirt and boys is just something you can't get away from. I personally love to see the little ones get dirty, but I also love them when they are clean. Maybe a bucket or a clam shell in the mean... I personally love to see the little ones get dirty, but I also love them when they are clean.
Maybe a bucket or a clam shell in the mean...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/833171/kids--dirt/#833415 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/833171/kids--dirt/#833415 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:07:13 -0700 robalman By answering the questions as they are asked is by and large a great way to tackle the issues. You are doing an awesome job. You are doing an awesome job.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#833411 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#833411 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:59:20 -0700 robalman No worries Emmie, very much my pleasure. The world CAN be a better place for us all. The world CAN be a better place for us all.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833409 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833409 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:56:48 -0700 robalman The scars of our childhood days will always be with us but we can counteract them by make more memories that are exciting enough to help. As individuals we are subject to so many nasty things in... As individuals we are subject to so many nasty things in...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833408 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833408 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:55:31 -0700 robalman Now that would be a tool worth investing in Nell. All too often we come across individuals in our lives that have no soul at all....what do we do for them? All too often we come across individuals in our lives that have no soul at all....what do we do for them?]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833403 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#833403 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:51:52 -0700 robalman Accept this kind offer of help/friendship with open arms. It may be just what you need to change your routine. You also mention have you have a partner. Does your partner understand what you are... You also mention have you have a partner. Does your partner understand what you are...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/832433/please-help-me/#832486 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/832433/please-help-me/#832486 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:19:14 -0700 robalman I think all I am trying to say here is that all too often the punishment rarely fits the crime and domestic violence is most defineatly avoidable by those that desire so. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832480 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832480 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:06:21 -0700 robalman Yes, Monkey see Monkey do is all too often a difficult patern to break but it is posible NOT to want to end up like previous generations. Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. We all... Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.
We all...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832472 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832472 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:03:45 -0700 robalman Well deserved pain is almost an understatemnt kellz. Great to hear you have a good one. Great to hear you have a good one.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832469 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832469 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:59:17 -0700 robalman Thank you, it is such a hard topic to write about. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832467 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832467 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:57:51 -0700 robalman It is true,..........some of us guys are alright.........just http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832466 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9628/Domestic-Violence-Thoughts/#832466 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:56:37 -0700 robalman Cheers for the vote of confidence Kellz http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9643/Tea-Time-Tantrums/#832465 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9643/Tea-Time-Tantrums/#832465 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:55:38 -0700 robalman Thanks Naomi, Families are hard work but worth every bit of it. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9643/Tea-Time-Tantrums/#832464 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9643/Tea-Time-Tantrums/#832464 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:55:03 -0700 robalman For me it would have to be a device that would eliminate domestic violence... Maybe it could be placed around the scrotum at birth and triggered when aggressive. Not really a household thing or... Maybe it could be placed around the scrotum at birth and triggered when aggressive.
Not really a household thing or...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/812710/#828937 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/812710/#828937 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 14:34:16 -0700 robalman Thank you for your kind words, Going to see her tomorrow. A hug may be nothing but a warm embrace but it says more than words are able. Going to see her tomorrow.
A hug may be nothing but a warm embrace but it says more than words are able.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821310 http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821310 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:32:00 -0700 robalman Thanks Jess, Just love the tree thing. Great to hear from you otherwise. Just love the tree thing.
Great to hear from you otherwise.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821272 http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821272 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:48:09 -0700 robalman Thank you, it means a lot that you think she would feel this way. Doc told her there was no heart beat and that if needed they will do something on Monday but she is in a lot of pain. Doc told her there was no heart beat and that if needed they will do something on Monday but she is in a lot of pain.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821190 http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/821159/The-Day-Begins/#821190 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:11:18 -0700 robalman A childs confidence is built by so many differing things in life. One of the best things I have seen of recent years is those beaut little bikes with a handle on the back for the parent/guardian to... One of the best things I have seen of recent years is those beaut little bikes with a handle on the back for the parent/guardian to...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9421/teaching-your-child-to-ride-a-bike/#809619 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9421/teaching-your-child-to-ride-a-bike/#809619 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 01:03:51 -0700 robalman You are sooooo right. Hold your head up and be proud. Being a parent IS hard work and there are many varied ways that we can accomplish it. Being a parent IS hard work and there are many varied ways that we can accomplish it.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9423/Babies-To-Teenagers/#809609 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9423/Babies-To-Teenagers/#809609 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:55:41 -0700 robalman Peace 2 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8657/Fun/#803823 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8657/Fun/#803823 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 06:19:28 -0700 robalman I am pleased that you wish to share your ideas but dont feel like you need to answer all questions....I listed them as examples of what I think some people may need to know. An article or three is... An article or three is...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/775391/help-on-domestic-violence/#776296 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/775391/help-on-domestic-violence/#776296 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:43:49 -0700 robalman No oil burgers for me. And others need to get their minds out of the gutter.lol otherwise. PMSL And others need to get their minds out of the gutter.lol
otherwise. PMSL]]> http://www.minti.com/members/lonely28/blog/774911/TWO/#775454 http://www.minti.com/members/lonely28/blog/774911/TWO/#775454 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:56:11 -0700 robalman We are all adults and we have the option of accepting or rejecting any advice offered from other members. Sure, some advice is good and others not so but I am sure many of us just try and speak... Sure, some advice is good and others not so but I am sure many of us just try and speak...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6459/Words-Are-Powerful/#775438 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6459/Words-Are-Powerful/#775438 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:39:18 -0700 robalman You are so right. Dont keep driving around on a flat tyre...get it fixed before you have a serious "accident." http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#775386 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#775386 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:19:02 -0700 robalman Perfect...Take control...lead by example before bad habits become entrenched in everyday life. Many of us do not get the best quality water when we turn on our taps and often resort to cordial,... Many of us do not get the best quality water when we turn on our taps and often resort to cordial,...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#775382 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#775382 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:10:44 -0700 robalman Thanks for your vote of confidence Kellz. If I was a child again (even though most of us guys are just big kids) I would just love a frozen snack with a surprise in them. As for the active part...I... If I was a child again (even though most of us guys are just big kids) I would just love a frozen snack with a surprise in them.
As for the active part...I...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772794 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772794 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:20:58 -0700 robalman I only have some advice worth reading, "I believe" because I have been there done that and have made the mistakes to prove it. But it sure has been fun learning and I would do it all again... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772791 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772791 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:16:01 -0700 robalman Peer pressure quite often is seen as a bad thing but if done right can, (as you mention) be used to advantage of the child. This sort of thing happens even when we become adults eg: we conform a set... This sort of thing happens even when we become adults eg: we conform a set...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772788 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772788 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:12:40 -0700 robalman The re-hydration icypoles are awesome for pumping the electrolites back into a child after a bout of the runs and/or vomiting but yes they will do no harm in "moderation" (like most things)... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772784 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9187/Fluid-Intake-And-Children/#772784 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:07:10 -0700 robalman Who's D Man? http://www.minti.com/members/cassaustin/photos/52534/DSC04316.JPG/#772690 http://www.minti.com/members/cassaustin/photos/52534/DSC04316.JPG/#772690 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:36:35 -0700 robalman You are wise beyond your years...this is a great bit of advice that one should keep in mind to refer to as a guide should they find themselves in a similar situation. Relationships are hard work at... Relationships are hard work at...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8364/After-the-break-up-Wheres-my-mummydaddy-gone/#771595 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8364/After-the-break-up-Wheres-my-mummydaddy-gone/#771595 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:35:36 -0700 robalman Now thats just not fair. Even a genie gives you 3 wishes. To pick just 1 thing is hard for me but I'm with everyone else, to be the ideal weight so as to minimise the possibility of health issues. To pick just 1 thing is hard for me but I'm with everyone else, to be the ideal weight so as to minimise the possibility of health issues.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/770087/#770649 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/770087/#770649 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:36:33 -0700 robalman Sounds like a good time was had by all. 18....seems like sooooooooo long ago. 18....seems like sooooooooo long ago.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/cookclan/blog/753229/PhewHappy-18th-Aidan-for-the-6th-And-Happy-15th-Michaela-for-the-8th/#756102 http://www.minti.com/members/cookclan/blog/753229/PhewHappy-18th-Aidan-for-the-6th-And-Happy-15th-Michaela-for-the-8th/#756102 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:46:56 -0700 robalman BINGO is all I can say to that one Emz. As adults we don't like to be lied to so why would we do the same to our kids. As adults we don't like to be lied to so why would we do the same to our kids.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755969 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755969 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:03:50 -0700 robalman Now this would have to be one the best pics I have ever seen. But you need to change to beenie colours...wrong club http://www.minti.com/members/stubbsie17/photos/49060/MSM 059.jpg/#755953 http://www.minti.com/members/stubbsie17/photos/49060/MSM 059.jpg/#755953 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:59:51 -0700 robalman But a bit of a tease...all I want to do is get in and drive. http://www.minti.com/members/veejay/photos/41736/Cobra%2520Blau.jpg/#755951 http://www.minti.com/members/veejay/photos/41736/Cobra%2520Blau.jpg/#755951 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:58:15 -0700 robalman When people have bad teeth they rarely smile. Since a smile has the ability to make us feel good about things in general it's great to see someone get it back. http://www.minti.com/members/davlew/photos/24996/Dave's New Teeth/#755950 http://www.minti.com/members/davlew/photos/24996/Dave's New Teeth/#755950 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:56:22 -0700 robalman ulations http://www.minti.com/members/nowhereman80/photos/50959/Mission Accomplished, One down two to go!!!/#755948 http://www.minti.com/members/nowhereman80/photos/50959/Mission Accomplished, One down two to go!!!/#755948 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:53:28 -0700 robalman Yet again another prime example of "monkey see monkey do." There are so many more people/organisations out there these days compared to yesteryear that are ready to help us get through... There are so many more people/organisations out there these days compared to yesteryear that are ready to help us get through...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9121/Angry-and-Resentful/#755947 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9121/Angry-and-Resentful/#755947 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:50:30 -0700 robalman It is great to see this advice is still of interest to parents. These puzzles have amazing ability to stimulate the little minds of our loved ones. Problem solving is a major part of our lives and... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5747/ROADTEST-The-Good-Old-Wooden-Puzzles/#755940 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5747/ROADTEST-The-Good-Old-Wooden-Puzzles/#755940 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:35:54 -0700 robalman Hi Rue, I thank you kindly for your comments but really I am just another Dad/Hubby trying to do my best with what life deals. It is refreshing though to find that there are others that feel... I thank you kindly for your comments but really I am just another Dad/Hubby trying to do my best with what life deals.
It is refreshing though to find that there are others that feel...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755938 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755938 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:30:58 -0700 robalman My thoughts are with you and your family. My wife has a condition call pseudotumor cerebri, which basically means that her body has an excess of cerebral fluid that create pressure around the... My wife has a condition call pseudotumor cerebri, which basically means that her body has an excess of cerebral fluid that create pressure around the...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/kellzacar/blog/755729/I-am-TERRIFIED----/#755928 http://www.minti.com/members/kellzacar/blog/755729/I-am-TERRIFIED----/#755928 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:11:31 -0700 robalman Sometimes it just takes them a while to notice. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8437/Never-Daddys-Little-Girl/#755655 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8437/Never-Daddys-Little-Girl/#755655 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:53:15 -0700 robalman If my daughter was to come up to me and thank me for being a part of her life.....I would just crumble http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8437/Never-Daddys-Little-Girl/#755653 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8437/Never-Daddys-Little-Girl/#755653 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:51:06 -0700 robalman I just planted 3 of them, 2 in the front garden and 1 out the back...they do just ooze absolute beauty. http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/647634/#755650 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/647634/#755650 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:46:51 -0700 robalman I just found another awesome Australian Native that is to die for...Grevillia Magnifica, a brilliant bright purple. I just fell in love with it as soon as I saw it. I have not managed to track one... I have not managed to track one...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/647634/#755649 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/647634/#755649 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:45:10 -0700 robalman Did anyone miss the chance to sound stupid and say on an island inhabited by only Minti Maniacs. http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/641443/#755644 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/641443/#755644 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:40:36 -0700 robalman OK...I'll have another go. 1...For my wife to be able to walk. 2...For my debts to be paid. 3...To be in love forever. 1...For my wife to be able to walk.
2...For my debts to be paid.
3...To be in love forever.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/634426/#755643 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/634426/#755643 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:39:04 -0700 robalman Any time Sis http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755640 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755640 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:32:58 -0700 robalman And a very important job you are doing. Keep up the great work. Keep up the great work.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755639 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755639 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:32:17 -0700 robalman And if you could see my hair ATM. YES please. So have you attacked anyones hair yet...sorry, I shouldn't say attacked. So have you attacked anyones hair yet...sorry, I shouldn't say attacked.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755637 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755637 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:29:25 -0700 robalman Isn't it strange how peoples minds work. I would love to do something like that...just be there for someone. Whats the next step. I would love to do something like that...just be there for someone.
Whats the next step.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755636 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/640760/#755636 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:26:43 -0700 robalman Been A while, just wonderin if things have improved for you. http://www.minti.com/members/jenaya04/blog/487055/Not-again/#755630 http://www.minti.com/members/jenaya04/blog/487055/Not-again/#755630 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:24:25 -0700 robalman Changed my mind...Terminator turned out to be crud but Dr Who is back on with a new series. The only show I dread to miss though is Scrapheap Challenge, Pommy show on ABC2 in Oz. The only show I dread to miss though is Scrapheap Challenge, Pommy show on ABC2 in Oz.]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/615005/#755629 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/615005/#755629 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:21:54 -0700 robalman I've made as many mistakes as many other dads/fathers because I am far from perfect BUT, I try MY best. Many people struggle to be good parents and throw the towel in without even giving it a go and... Many people struggle to be good parents and throw the towel in without even giving it a go and...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755611 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9120/Daddy/#755611 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:01:41 -0700 robalman Seriously, There is not much one is able to add to this subject that can be of better use to you than the advice of others that have/are in the same situation. Please listen to them and consider the... There is not much one is able to add to this subject that can be of better use to you than the advice of others that have/are in the same situation. Please listen to them and consider the...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#755195 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#755195 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:38:37 -0700 robalman Get Out http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#755151 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/754777/domestic-violence/#755151 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:45:25 -0700 robalman All is getting better for my daughter and she seems to have found her soul mate. I am pleased that he is around her age and has ambitions in life. Between the 2 of them they earn about $220K/year... I am pleased that he is around her age and has ambitions in life.
Between the 2 of them they earn about $220K/year...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/603947/dating/#755011 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/603947/dating/#755011 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:48:41 -0700 robalman Some kids are naturally less needy than others but it sure does feel nice when they need the warm embrace of a parent. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#755004 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#755004 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:31:15 -0700 robalman Wouldn't it be easier for a "mere male" to look at a map book if he is too stubourn to accept directions. It was Neanderthal man that beat his chest to attract a mate....while we may have... It was Neanderthal man that beat his chest to attract a mate....while we may have...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9118/Father-doesnt-always-know-best/#754996 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9118/Father-doesnt-always-know-best/#754996 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:14:52 -0700 robalman Thank you for you comment. Like you say...Consistency is the main fuel for kids. They are strong when they know what will happen but take it away and they become lost. Like you say...Consistency is the main fuel for kids. They are strong when they know what will happen but take it away and they become lost.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754104 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754104 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:41:21 -0700 robalman I asked my daughter if SHE thought she was behaving responsible and she basically shrugged her shoulders... My advice to her was, just do as you would like your children one day to do. This alone... My advice to her was, just do as you would like your children one day to do. This alone...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754102 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754102 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:35:19 -0700 robalman You are so right, our lives can take so many different paths. Choosing which path is an integral component to adulthood. We only raise them in preparation for this journey. Your analogy of the... Your analogy of the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754099 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8442/Adult-Children/#754099 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:30:21 -0700 robalman The whole empty nest syndrome comes into effect almost immediately when the once little bundles of joy spread their wings. (I miss my daughter sooooooooo much) Spend the quality time now before you... Spend the quality time now before you...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8544/Holiday-or-not/#754094 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8544/Holiday-or-not/#754094 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:17:00 -0700 robalman WOW...If all men where like you describe, no family would ever have reason to be sad. In fact, it is my belief that you are describing ideal traits for how we should all approach life. I love the... In fact, it is my belief that you are describing ideal traits for how we should all approach life.
I love the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#754002 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#754002 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:09:11 -0700 robalman That Baby Smell. http://www.minti.com/members/monyq83/photos/12010/xjusoutofthebath.jpg.jpg/#753552 http://www.minti.com/members/monyq83/photos/12010/xjusoutofthebath.jpg.jpg/#753552 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:32:01 -0700 robalman A New Life Begins http://www.minti.com/members/stacey9037/photos/31612/My Scan Picture/#753551 http://www.minti.com/members/stacey9037/photos/31612/My Scan Picture/#753551 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:30:49 -0700 robalman Food. http://www.minti.com/members/zacsmum/photos/25610/IMG_0027_1.jpg/#753550 http://www.minti.com/members/zacsmum/photos/25610/IMG_0027_1.jpg/#753550 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:30:08 -0700 robalman Inspiration.Need to proof read more often or get a new keyboard. http://www.minti.com/members/monarogirl/photos/41823/towards laundry before.jpg/#753549 http://www.minti.com/members/monarogirl/photos/41823/towards laundry before.jpg/#753549 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:29:01 -0700 robalman Insiration http://www.minti.com/members/monarogirl/photos/41823/towards laundry before.jpg/#753547 http://www.minti.com/members/monarogirl/photos/41823/towards laundry before.jpg/#753547 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:27:52 -0700 robalman Looks like a nice peaceful town. http://www.minti.com/members/jessgore/photos/7081/snowbank.jpg/#753544 http://www.minti.com/members/jessgore/photos/7081/snowbank.jpg/#753544 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:25:34 -0700 robalman When It Comes To Minti
Minti]]> http://www.minti.com/members/tinah/photos/34223/computer love.jpg/#753541 http://www.minti.com/members/tinah/photos/34223/computer love.jpg/#753541 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:22:28 -0700 robalman ALIVE http://www.minti.com/members/samantha/photos/44082/100_0990.jpg/#753537 http://www.minti.com/members/samantha/photos/44082/100_0990.jpg/#753537 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:11:11 -0700 robalman Taking the journey of life. http://www.minti.com/members/keren/photos/50977/Myself, Dale and Blake/#753535 http://www.minti.com/members/keren/photos/50977/Myself, Dale and Blake/#753535 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:09:48 -0700 robalman Dont you just love the finger in the photo....glad to see that it's not just me that does it. http://www.minti.com/members/mumof1girl/photos/31286/pic04.jpg/#753533 http://www.minti.com/members/mumof1girl/photos/31286/pic04.jpg/#753533 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:08:52 -0700 robalman Did that guy say he was a Virgin? Women should be soooo proud of their bodies when they are in child. Women should be soooo proud of their bodies when they are in child.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/franni/photos/18544/cartoon34.png/#753530 http://www.minti.com/members/franni/photos/18544/cartoon34.png/#753530 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:06:49 -0700 robalman So long as you can keep that smile you need nothing else as a parent. http://www.minti.com/members/snowyfamily/photos/29434/Img_0221.jpg/#753528 http://www.minti.com/members/snowyfamily/photos/29434/Img_0221.jpg/#753528 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:04:44 -0700 robalman Or maybe not??? http://www.minti.com/members/janicepovey/photos/51625/skinny dipping in spa!/#753527 http://www.minti.com/members/janicepovey/photos/51625/skinny dipping in spa!/#753527 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:02:26 -0700 robalman It happens all too fast....One minute babies then they start their own lives. http://www.minti.com/members/hermy/photos/9059/my eldest girl with her boyfriend/#753517 http://www.minti.com/members/hermy/photos/9059/my eldest girl with her boyfriend/#753517 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:49:32 -0700 robalman If you had both thumbs up I would have given you the same......Cheers. http://www.minti.com/members/travelsprout/photos/47674/10-10-07_1326.jpg/#753515 http://www.minti.com/members/travelsprout/photos/47674/10-10-07_1326.jpg/#753515 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:47:14 -0700 robalman Well done, We see this constantly in society but it does seem to be getting better as the generations go on. I have seen many a "Bloke" talk about being metro sexual or claiming to be a... We see this constantly in society but it does seem to be getting better as the generations go on.
I have seen many a "Bloke" talk about being metro sexual or claiming to be a...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#753240 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9103/What-Makes-A-Man-A-Man/#753240 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:11:17 -0700 robalman Some addictions could indeed be quite benificial to some degree...Minti for example...although even this is questionable at times. But other addictions have the potential to cause ourselves and the... But other addictions have the potential to cause ourselves and the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8554/The-Demon-Drink/#753213 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8554/The-Demon-Drink/#753213 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:09:25 -0700 robalman You know annie, I think I got it all A about K. You Are right. Sorry to all. You Are right. Sorry to all.]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/749657/help-pretty-please/#750762 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/749657/help-pretty-please/#750762 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 07:34:42 -0700 robalman Don't spend money, spend time...does one realy need to add to a statement as perfect as that. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9087/Parenting-Tips--When-Your-Kids-Are-on-Vacation-and-Youre-Not/#749993 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9087/Parenting-Tips--When-Your-Kids-Are-on-Vacation-and-Youre-Not/#749993 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 04:39:36 -0700 robalman Best clock off for the day I reckon. Get ready for that little one and get your butt to the hospital. After all, it's your body and you know more about it than anyone else. Better to be sure to be... Get ready for that little one and get your butt to the hospital. After all, it's your body and you know more about it than anyone else.
Better to be sure to be...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/748843/help/#749989 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/748843/help/#749989 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 04:35:54 -0700 robalman I used to get it all the time until I got married. My wife told me to rub my wedding gold ring on it....I was like "yeah."....But it worked every time. Probably coincidence more than... My wife told me to rub my wedding gold ring on it....I was like "yeah."....But it worked every time.
Probably coincidence more than...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/749657/help-pretty-please/#749987 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/749657/help-pretty-please/#749987 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 04:30:09 -0700 robalman I know bleach is real nasty stuff but use plenty and scrub with a broom (thats right...no bending) then wash it all down the drain...mop up what is left behind. We have been doing it once a week for... We have been doing it once a week for...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/564099/#749699 http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/564099/#749699 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:47:54 -0700 robalman Flyspray is wicked and works on lots of stuff...even the dreaded texta wall art. http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/651855/#749696 http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/651855/#749696 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:44:09 -0700 robalman Oooops.... If it is oil based you might like to use some acetone based nail polish remover??? I think it is the pink one. If water based I would spray (not soak) with water and a lil washing up... If it is oil based you might like to use some acetone based nail polish remover??? I think it is the pink one.
If water based I would spray (not soak) with water and a lil washing up...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/746412/#749692 http://www.minti.com/groups/93/Household-Tips/blog/746412/#749692 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:39:03 -0700 robalman Ditto http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749576 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749576 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:09:17 -0700 robalman Children are a lot smarter than many give them credit for. Never hide the fact that her Daddy passed away and recent surveys indicate that even at such a young age we should include them in funeral... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749575 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749575 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:08:22 -0700 robalman The passing of a loved one is hard enough for us big people to get over but more often the little people's hurt is forgotten and Lisa's motherly instincts shine through again as she does not for a... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749571 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749571 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:02:03 -0700 robalman You go girl. Luke and Hannah (we nearly named our daughter that...such a beautiful name) are lucky to have a mum that cares so much. Our lives often take wildly different paths than we imagine... Luke and Hannah (we nearly named our daughter that...such a beautiful name) are lucky to have a mum that cares so much.
Our lives often take wildly different paths than we imagine...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749565 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8702/How-I-handled-death-with-my-son/#749565 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 15:53:45 -0700 robalman Thank you. Basically though what you are saying is correct...money cant buy love. I think love is something that should come easy, it should make a couple warm and fuzzy just to see each... Basically though what you are saying is correct...money cant buy love.
I think love is something that should come easy, it should make a couple warm and fuzzy just to see each...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8572/Togetherness/#749559 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8572/Togetherness/#749559 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 15:37:49 -0700 robalman That is sooooo cute.......how could we no love them. http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/672004/Another-Text-2-My-Daughter/#748792 http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/672004/Another-Text-2-My-Daughter/#748792 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:32:55 -0700 robalman Hugs are good. They always make me feel better. Thank you. They always make me feel better.
Thank you.]]> http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/678541/Sad/#748789 http://www.minti.com/members/robalman/blog/678541/Sad/#748789 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:30:06 -0700 robalman Speaking of which...don't you just love daylight saving. Try telling a child that it is time to go to sleep and the sun disappears at 9pm. Try telling a child that it is time to go to sleep and the sun disappears at 9pm.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8577/Bedtime-Boredom/#748784 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8577/Bedtime-Boredom/#748784 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:27:40 -0700 robalman So true it is about adults having tantrums also but we must make sure that if we feel like flying off the handle, we do it out of sight and sound of our children. As kids get bored with every day... As kids get bored with every day...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8577/Bedtime-Boredom/#748783 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8577/Bedtime-Boredom/#748783 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:25:29 -0700