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Those windows are fun and awesome. Very cool and quirky.

@decogirl- That cheese is on salad, which is totally different than eating it on it's own. In the case of the salad, the parm would overwhelm the salad if it was served in thick pieces.

I was going to suggest the poufs from CB2 or World Market with a tray on them as well. They are very cool and can be used to prop feet on or as extra seating.

Love it. It's not sterile but not cluttered wither. So pretty too.

A lot of it is helicopter parenting. I know people who feel like they have to schedule every minute of the child's day. When they play, they aren't allowed to make messes, or mom plays with them or watches over them every minute "teeaching" them how to do things the "right" way. They aren't allowed to go into the back yard alone to become adventurists and jungle explorers. Heck, I've seen 10- year-olds at the park with mom following them around despite the fact that there has never been a stranger kidnapping there in 50 years or in any of the surrounding neighborhoods.Heaven forbid any of them be allowed down to the two foot deep creek to play with a friend.

Children have to have some independence and freedom to be creative. It's almost impossible to be creative with mom looking over your shoulder 24/7.

Ikea makes flat sliding panels that you can put up. You would want to extend the rail far enough for the panels not to cover any part of the kitchen when you need to cook. They are really cool looking and come in several designs.

I wish people would quit saying that it isn't realistic for kids to eat certain things. In other parts of the world, they do just fine. You need to read the book French Kids Eat Everything. That will teach you how to get your kids to eat. People need to stop giving their kids so many alternatives. If parents would stop being such softies, the kids will learn how to eat the healthy stuff.

The only person who can really answer this question is a doctor. Generally, when people have your issues, it is due to hypothyroidism. I would see a doctor, then a registered dietitian. Something is going on, and you need to find out what it is. Eating too little will not make you gain weight, ask any anorexic. Ask the people on Biggest Loser.

A new book for my Amazon wishlist!! Thanks!

Why does it matter? My most expensive Staub and Le Cruset have worn bottoms and I love them. It makes them look comfy and experienced. No need to worry about keeping your pots shiny. Just cook with them and enjoy them.