Beth n Rod

I adore the Bay Area! I'll bet it's a great view to work by... Beth

...flipping can leave holes with splinter marks from where the board was removed. The customer needs to know up front. Most will opt for new boards rather than see the splinter marks near the nail holes. Just my .02 Beth

Maybe not... but I don't get why anyone capable of making a living does stuff like that. It doesn't seem right to me. Beth

They get expelled as I understand it. Beth

I have always been one to stand up for the proverbial underdog. That is who I am, and it's not going to change. Your post struck a nerve. Still does. And I still feel your post was a blatant stereotype. I'm a mom - if you don't get it, oh well. Beth

You don't get it do you.... I never thought to ask. It's not who I am. And quite frankly, I don't think it even works that way around here. To have an IEP, around here involves a Dr's diagnosis and test results. You don't just walk into the school office with your hand out and get one. There is Dr testing, there is school testing, there is a panel that evaluates each child...it's a huge deal. Around here, the kids with IEP need them, and the parents and teachers work together for the benefit of the student. It's not a crutch, or a meal ticket. We live in a zero tolerance area. Any kid - any at all with any weapon is gone - out. No second chance. No bullying, no harassment, no drugs - zero tolerance. Girls can't even bring a Midol to school for their period. It's pretty extreme. But...it works. Beth

IEP = individualized education program Archived: Guide to the Individualized Education Program

Yes, shame on you. Are you denying the stereotype you so blatantly laid out there in such broad and sweeping strokes? Give me a break. Your comments seem to lump them all together, in one basket, and damn the parents. I'm glad you don't teach around here. I have two healthy kids, both extremely gifted and talented. I'm more proud of them than I can express. And fortunately, we have an excellent school system with wonderful, caring teachers here who embrace the personality of each child. Beth

That's a good suggestion too! ;) Beth

WOW! You're a teacher? Parents know how to play the game? My son had an IEP. Our schools don't pay a dime. (and I never thought to ask quite frankly) But I'll tell you something, and I really do not care how it sounds. I guess you are one of the lucky ones who has perfect kids, no health issues, and have never had to sit in a Dr's office and get news that crushes your heart. I guess you have never had to worry about losing a job due to all the Dr's office visits, and the special tests not covered under most insurance - well they are not cheap either. And when your child gets bullied and beaten up - well I guess that's OK too, after all he's on an IEP and it's the parents fault - is sure isn't to benefit the kid! The parent's are making a buck?!?! Shame on you! He graduated with Honors, and got a standing ovation from his peers at the awards ceremony at the end of High School. ADD itself is not a reason for a kid to carry a gun. I really do not like the stereotype, all kids deserve to be given an equal chance to shine regardless of their status, disability or not. Beth :seeya:

Aren't metal detectors and security at the doors enough? If a teacher carried a gun at our kid's school, I would be all over it. Beth

Ron, I'm sorry - but I don't have time to stay up and check that link every time you post it. I said NO to that link. I got emails, phone calls and PM's about it last time, and that it went to an avatar that flashed breasts. No more of that link. Sorry....read the rules here. Beth

Soak it with water. Use a dripping wet rag and just keep blotting it till it starts to give and then you should be able to peel it off. Rod!~

If you take on a job like this you will end up paying twice what it costs to get it done right. We undo homeowner damage all the time. What you are looking at, is considered to be advanced work. Find a company with references that has done this successfully before, and listen carefully when they tell you what you can and can't expect as a result. Post pics - they help us. Beth

I have heard that propane in itself does not burn as hot as other fuels. Rod!~

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Don't mind me...my dad rode Katrina out and was DAMN lucky. I'm not one to mess with mother nature. She has some temper! Beth

Then get off the net and get your butt down the road! Let us know when you are home safely. Beth

Maybe I missed it...how many sq ft was this job? Beth

Yes. If you do it in just some spots you will see it. Sand or buff the whole thing lightly...LIGHTLY.....then blow off the sawdust with a leaf blower, and seal it. :) Beth

Some customers get that envy when they see how fast -vs- their own efforts a pro with methods and techniques can be. We get that a fair amount but they on their own mention this one basic fact. You are probably right that the customer was a bit envious of the money being paid after doing some simple math in his head and figuring that you were making quite a bit per hour. If you were a lone operator and doing this on the side, your price would probably be much lower than otherwise as a business man with all the expenses that are inherent to it. Nice job. Rod!~

Sweet job Jeff! I bet you have that job again in 2 years. Beth

Beautiful work, as usual! Beth

Very nice job! Beth