Rita B.

>> Having said that, I don't know that I believe that it
>> should be legislated that *adults* wear seatbelts.  I
>> think that insurance companies could perhaps refuse to
>> pay for injuries caused by failing to wear
>> seatbelts... that would certainly provide incentive to
>> wear them, and would also address the major problem I
>> can see with people who don't wear them, which is that
>> all our rates go up from paying for the much more
>> expensive injuries sustained by non belt-wearers (that
>> goes for wearing helmets on motorcycles as well).
>>
>> Eileen


I lived in Canada for 8 yrs (before seat belt laws came into effect in the
states
they were heavily in effect there - including road block checks ACCCK LOL)

but what they did there was if you got into a wreck without seatbelts
ICBC (ins co) would reduce your compesation GREATLY!
as seat belts were the law

I agree - If it is the law
and you disobey it and get hurt because of it
insurace companies should not have to pay
as the damage will be much greater and in the
end it is us that pay for insurance that get the higher
rates to pay because ins companies have to pay out so much

I am an avid seatbelt wearer and my kids have neber been a day without them
in their life
after 7 accidents (none my fault so dont bash me LOL) i am thankful i have
always worn them
or i probably wouldnt be there


~ Childhood is that state which ends
the moment a puddle is first viewed
as an obstacle instead of an opportunity. ~
- Kathy Williams -

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In a message dated 5/9/01 1:43:22 PM Mountain Daylight Time,
[email protected] writes:

<< I also plan to read them the "All creatures" books by James Herroit this
summer. They are above their reading level but are so well written and so
enthralling.
>>

Zoe loves Jame's Herriot. I have been reading it to her for 2 years at
least.

NICKI~

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In a message dated 5/9/01 1:43:22 PM Mountain Daylight Time,
[email protected] writes:

<< There are some wonderful cellulose baggies you can get. You
know, cellulose, the fiber that's in carrots that makes them so
crunchy? I've gotten them by mail from a company called 7th
Generation in the past. We wash them out and re-use them.

Judie
>>

Thank you. I use a few of their products already.

NICKI~

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In a message dated 5/9/01 1:43:22 PM Mountain Daylight Time,
[email protected] writes:

<< I am attempting to use something other than the Cascade type of dishwasher
detergent. I have tried, either singly or in combination, the following:
Borax, salt, baking soda, vinegar, Dr. Bonner's, and a couple of health food
store brand formulas specifically for automatic dishwashers. My silverware
is not completely clean, there's a film left on, probably from starchy
veggies and pastas. A similar film is on the dishes. I have plastic
(haven't found large glass jars yet) jugs for our raw goat's milk. I have a
white film left on these that looks like detergent film, milk film, or some
combination.

I do not want to give up on this yet. I am committed to removing the harsh
chemicals from our home. But the dirty dishes are a bit embarrassing, I do
not wish to hand-wash as I am overwhelmed with ill-health and the needs of
three severely allergic children. I do not know how much longer my husband
will hold out on this issue as it is my commitment not his.

Any ideas? Annette >>


I just bought Life Tree. I have no other harsh commercial chemicals here
but dish washer det. was my last hold out. It freaked me out though b/c we
eat off these plates. The Life Tree is working fairly well I'd say. I do have
to re wash a few things each load but I can deal w/ that so far. I wish I
could find one that works as well as Cascade or electrosol or whatever,but it
is scary to me to use those types.

My glasses are coming out fine btw so maybe it would work for you too?

The other thing I use that I don't like is a Swiffer. I know it has
chemicals and makes me shiver. Then I bought the wet ones and I was
overwhelmed by the smell. Every window was open and I woke w/ a very sore
throat this Am after using them yesterday. We have alder wood floors and no
storage so it is tough to find a simple solution. Also floor scrubbing by
hand and knee is not easy for me.

NICKI~

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In a message dated 5/9/01 1:43:22 PM Mountain Daylight Time,
[email protected] writes:

<< We use cellophane bags, waxed paper and tin foil. For those having
difficulty obtaining cellophane bags, http://www.specialfoods.com sells them
and has great info about rotation diets, food groups, diet and allergy and
diet and autism. The food is outrageously expensive, but for those with
special needs, they really fit the bill at times.
>>


Thank you, I saved the site for a day w/ more time.

NICKI~