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rickettsrules
Age: 34
Country: Australia
Province/region: Queensland
City: Kippa-Ring
Partner: Chris
Children: Yes, 2
Pregnant: Not anymore
Occupation: Executive Assistant, Financial Planning industry
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26 polls in total.


Other-poll poll Jenny`s 2nd birthday! We have just paid our car rego and electricity bill. There isn`t much $ to spare at the moment as I`m on maternity leave. Considering her age, what would you do for her birthday?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 34 days ago)
Go all out of course! It's her special day and she deserves to be spoiled even if it breaks the bank!0
0%
Buy some gifts but don't go overboard. Have your mothers group around for morning tea.10
17%
Considering all the presents she just got for Christmas, a cake with candles and one special present would be fine.34
60%
A cake with candles and a trip to the park (or something similar she loves doing).12
21%

Votes: 56 Comments: 3 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Last night I watched a show on Foxtel about women having babies via donor egg insemination after they had passed menapause. How do you feel about women having babies past menapause? Most of the women were in their 60`s & a few in their 70`s.
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 47 days ago)
I think modern medicine is wonderful! These women have been wanting a child their whole lives, let them have the gift and love they've always dreamed of.1
2%
I think it should be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Some 65 year olds are fitter and healthier than others.10
21%
I think there should be a cut-off age (i.e. 55 years old)9
19%
I think it's ridiculous! Their time has passed and they missed their opportunity. The risks to themselves and the babies are too high! They should have thought about it when they were 45 not 65!26
56%

Votes: 46 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Christmas Day done & dusted! Hubby is on leave at home & all your friends are busy with family or away on holidays.......
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 51 days ago)
Thank God for the peace! I love being at home with Hubby & kid(s) with nothing to do.20
83%
I WISH! I love our friends & family but they just won't leave us alone!0
0%
Bored! It's hard to find entertaining things for the kid(s) to do at home for days on end.4
16%
Escape! Take kid(s) out to the park & beach everyday even if hubby wants to stay at home watching TV.0
0%

Votes: 24 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Just for fun - list all the food you ate yesterday, from the time you got up `till bedtime :-)
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 107 days ago)

Votes: 0 Comments: 14 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll AUSSIES ONLY PLEASE: Are your kids into trick or treating? Will you be buying treats for any kids that come to your place on Monday night? This is for Mum`s of kids that are old enough of course :-)
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 110 days ago)
Yes, my kids are going trick or treating & wearing a costume.2
28%
Yes, we're going all out! We've carved pumpkins, we're decorating the house, costumes for the kids, the whole nine yards! If our neighbours don't have treats for my kids we're going to egg their houses!1
14%
No, my kids won't be going trick or treating, but I will have treats on hand for other kids that come 'round.0
0%
No, we won't be participating in Halloween, it's an American tradition.4
57%

Votes: 7    Add comment


Other-poll poll Is it just me, or haven`t any new polls or questions been posted during the last 3 days?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 117 days ago)
I can see heaps of new polls and questions from the last 3 days!41
100%
I can't see any new polls either! What's going on?0
0%

Votes: 41 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll How do you / did you discipline your 20 month old for tantrums? (for example, the child wants chocolate and when you say no they cry and throw themselves on the ground)
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 128 days ago)
Putting them in their room for a few mins and explaining why they're getting locked in their room.4
7%
Taking them to time out (corner etc)10
18%
Ignoring - walk away and let your child cry.28
52%
Smacking.2
3%
Repeatedly tell your child to settle down & stop crying while you carry on with whatever you were doing.4
7%
Hold them & sooth them until they settle down.4
7%
Give in and give the child what they wanted.1
1%

Votes: 53 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Serious question about religion. So many of you say you will pray for or are praying everyday for each other. Where I am from nobody would say they would pray for anyone, except if both people were devoted christians. Help enlighten me!
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 134 days ago)
I go to church regularly and when I say I will pray for someone, I do.19
26%
I don't go to church regularly, but I am a believer and when I say I will pray for someone, I do.24
32%
I say I will pray for someone, but it's just a figure of speech meaning I care about them and I will be thinking about them.16
21%
I don't tell people I am going to pray for them because I'm not going to.14
19%

Votes: 73 Comments: 16 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll How much wood could a woodchuck chuck, if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 134 days ago)
Stop posting stupid polls, there are women with serious questions, and you're not one of them!21
38%
Hahaha, your poll made me smile :-)16
29%
He's a WOODCHUCK! IF he could, he would be chucking heaps of wood!12
22%
'IF' is the word here. IF he could! He can't so what's the point of wondering about things that are fantasy?5
9%

Votes: 54 Comments: 10 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll With our airline if your child is under 2 they must sit on your lap the whole flight. If they are 2 or over you have to purchase a seat for them. We are flying in December when my daughter will be 22 months. I want to lie about her age and purchase a ticket for her so she doesn`t have to sit on my lap the whole flight. I will be 8 months preggas. Would you lie about your child`s DOB in this situation? It`s not doing anyone any harm, I just want to buy a seat for her!
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 141 days ago)
YES! Who wants a toddler jumping around on their big baby buldge!16
44%
YES! Even if you weren't preggas - she'll enjoy the trip so much more with her own seat and she'll be able to draw & read on the fold-down tray.9
25%
NO! Why pay for a ticket for her when you don't have to? She will be fine squashed up between your belly & the seat in front of you.4
11%
NO! I just wouldn't be comfortable lying about her age, I would be too paranoid.7
19%

Votes: 36 Comments: 19 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Do you waste time on IAP while you feel you should be doing other things (ie. housework)
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 160 days ago)
Sometimes12
20%
No4
6%
YES!43
72%

Votes: 59 Comments: 3 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Having trouble changing profile pic. I can only see my old pic. Can you please go have a look and tell me what pic can you see on my profile please?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 162 days ago)
Old pic: Me kissing Jenny0
0%
New pic: Me, Jenny & Daddy23
82%
I couldn't be bothered looking at your profile5
17%

Votes: 28    Add comment


Other-poll poll I am BORED as HELL at work. Nobody else is in the office, and I`m not expecting anybody. I have no work to do either! What would you do?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 163 days ago)
Lock the front door & take a nap on the couch in the reception area.6
13%
Clean out the storeroom & vaccume the office to make the time go faster.16
37%
Go out shopping. If your boss calls your mobile, tell him you just ducked out for a sandwhich (I'm leaning towards this!)4
9%
Surf the net & eat popcorn (what I'm currently doing)17
39%

Votes: 43 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Just for Fun! I love my hubby dearly, but there are SO many things that annoy me about him. What is the most annoying things about your SO?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 167 days ago)
Other annoying things, I'll comment!6
23%
Leaves rubbish on the sink when the bin is right under the sink!6
23%
Puts empty cartons/boxes back in cupboard/fridge!4
15%
Leaves wet towels on our bed!1
3%
Walks through the house with dirty shoes!3
11%
Doesn't change the toilet paper roll!1
3%
Leaves dirty clothes on the floor!5
19%

Votes: 26 Comments: 17 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll I`d love to get my 18 month old daughter something exciting for our backyard. Which would you pick? Please feel free to comment, I`m undecided!
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 180 days ago)
Cubby House?16
53%
Sandpit?6
20%
Trampoline?7
23%
I have a much better idea, I will comment......1
3%

Votes: 30 Comments: 10 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll Do I need a double pram for a 2 yr old & a newborn? Any thoughts/comments please TIA :-)
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 197 days ago)
Maybe, it will depend on your 2 yr olds temperament17
53%
YES! Your 2 yr old will run a muck if not restrained!12
37%
Maybe not, you'll be able to use the trolley at the shops and 2 yr old will be able to walk well0
0%
No Way, what a waste of money!3
9%

Votes: 32 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll For those who`ve dyed their hair at home.
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 222 days ago)
Did it myself, turned out crap!4
12%
My friend comes over and helps me?2
6%
Please comment, I've never done it before & considering :-)4
12%
Did it myself, turned out great!23
69%

Votes: 33 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Today I am wearing.......
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 225 days ago)
Hipsters13
19%
Briefs14
20%
Full Briefs3
4%
None (OOWWW AHHH!)15
22%
Boy-leg shorty ones7
10%
G-String15
22%

Votes: 67 Comments: 15 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll When should you change your baby car seat from rear facing to front facing?
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 466 days ago)
Around 6 months4
36%
Around 8 months0
0%
Around 10 months3
27%
Before they turn 1 4
36%

Votes: 11 Comments: 12 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll Anyone have a BUMBO babyseat they`re looking to get rid of? Pick up from Brisbane or Sydney area?
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 519 days ago)
YES! I will leave a message on your profile.0
0%
No, Sorry.9
81%
Hmmm, too many options.0
0%
I really feel like having Maccas for dinner!2
18%

Votes: 11 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll McDonalds McFlurry hollow spoons - please explain?? Why is the spoon so big and hollow, and what`s with the plastic clip thing on the end? Does anyone know the purpose of this weird looking spoon?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 525 days ago)
Dude, I've been asking myself the same question!6
42%
It serves a very good purpose (please comment & explain)8
57%

Votes: 14 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll Mothers Group rotating at everyone`s houses; do you bring a plate every time?
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 544 days ago)
Yes, homemade, and I try to make each dish different and exciting8
53%
Yes, I buy pre-made food from the supermarket4
26%
Sometimes I bring a plate, sometimes I don't2
13%
No, I never take a plate1
6%

Votes: 15 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment


Other-poll poll Just for fun; who else loves vet/dog training shows on TV?
(Other-poll poll by RickettsRules, 544 days ago)
OH YEAH! Can't get enough of Cesar Millan!1
5%
I like them, if there's nothing better on TV5
25%
Not really interested in pet shows11
55%
Are you CRAZY? I have a baby, and no time for TV!3
15%

Votes: 20 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment


Baby-poll poll Why did you start your child on solids?
(Baby-poll poll by RickettsRules, 603 days ago)
Because milk/formula wasn't satisfying my child any longer27
61%
To help child sleep through the night1
2%
To see what my child would do9
20%
Other (please comment)7
15%

Votes: 44 Comments: 10 Read comments    Add comment


Pregnancy-poll poll When do you think it is acceptable to start preparing a bedroom for your baby?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by RickettsRules, 939 days ago)
You should wait until after the first trimester29
46%
As soon as you find out you are pregnant6
9%
You can set up the room while TTC if you want to8
12%
You should wait until after the second trimester20
31%

Votes: 63 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment


Pregnancy-poll poll For those in 1st trimester: how are you feeling about your pregnancy
(Pregnancy-poll poll by RickettsRules, 958 days ago)
I'm terrified to even sneeze, in case I hurt the baby!2
6%
I'm worried about something going wrong, but still very happy about the pregnancy.21
67%
I feel really positive, complications are uncommon.7
22%
I am 100% sure that nothing bad is going to happen.1
3%

Votes: 31 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment

Photos
27 weeks with baby #2 (2011, 10, 25) 20 weeks with baby #2 (2011, 09, 06)  (2011, 04, 27) Jenny - 11 months old (2011, 01, 16)  (2010, 06, 30) My five month old best friend (2010, 06, 30) Jenny May - 8 days old (2010, 02, 05)  (2010, 06, 30)  (2010, 06, 30)  (2010, 06, 30)  (2010, 06, 30) Jenny May - 8 days old (2010, 02, 05) Jenny May 16 hours old - Look how proud Chris is! (2010, 02, 05) 39 weeks today! (2010, 01, 21) Chris & I 2nd January 2010 (2010, 01, 03) 36 Weeks - New Years Eve (2010, 01, 03) 25 to 35 week comparison (2009, 12, 29) Click here to see all RickettsRules`s photos

Children
Michael-William-McDonald (2012) Jennifer-May-McDonald (2010)

Latest blogs
04-2-2012 - 1 week down, a lifetime to go
25-1-2012 - Left in the lerch
11-1-2012 - Dearest Baby
29-12-2011 - Baby should be here within a month
27-11-2011 - Different pregnancy, very different feelings.
03-11-2011 - My Wonderful Mothers Group
09-10-2011 - Not liking being growed up!
03-10-2011 - How I'm travelling at 24 weeks
12-9-2011 - Bloggie-oggie-oggie!
04-9-2011 - Stuck in a Rut.
23-8-2011 - Toddler snack recipes
01-8-2011 - Dear Jenny
23-5-2011 - Little Jen-Jen
05-12-2010 - My 10 month old cheeky little gal
30-6-2010 - Settling in
19-5-2010 - A day in the life of Jenny
24-4-2010 - Working out Motherhood
02-3-2010 - Jenny doesn't sleep during the day.
12-2-2010 - Things I didnt know about being a new Mummy
22-1-2010 - Are we there yet, are we there yet?
12-1-2010 - Show?
07-1-2010 - Dearest Baby
20-12-2009 - Unemployed (at last!)
27-11-2009 - 'Twas so very worried!
10-11-2009 - Surprise Ultrasound - take 2
08-11-2009 - 28 WOO HOO WEEKS!
14-10-2009 - The freak out!
13-10-2009 - Six Months Preggas!
28-9-2009 - Daddys first touch
17-9-2009 - Half Way Survey
15-9-2009 - Half way there!
06-9-2009 - Is it a bird? Is it a plan? No, it's SUPERTANS!
03-9-2009 - Bassinette
28-8-2009 - More ups & downs than a rollercoaster!
24-8-2009 - Surprise Ultrasound: Part 2
23-8-2009 - Surprise Ultrasound
18-8-2009 - First Midwife Appointment - 16 weeks
09-8-2009 - I felt something last night!
07-8-2009 - Week 15
30-7-2009 - week 14
23-7-2009 - Week 13 & Scan
20-7-2009 - Week 12 & Survey
14-7-2009 - Week 11
10-7-2009 - Quick update
07-7-2009 - Week 10
29-6-2009 - Week 9

Polls
  1. Jenny`s 2nd birthday! We have just paid our car rego and electricity bill. The...
    Date: 11-1-2012 Votes: 56 Comments: 3

  2. Last night I watched a show on Foxtel about women having babies via donor egg in...
    Date: 29-12-2011 Votes: 46 Comments: 5

  3. Christmas Day done & dusted! Hubby is on leave at home & all your friends are b...
    Date: 25-12-2011 Votes: 24 Comments: 4

  4. Just for fun - list all the food you ate yesterday, from the time you got up `ti...
    Date: 30-10-2011 Votes: 1 Comments: 14

  5. AUSSIES ONLY PLEASE: Are your kids into trick or treating? Will you be buying t...
    Date: 27-10-2011 Votes: 10 Comments: 0

  6. Is it just me, or haven`t any new polls or questions been posted during the last...
    Date: 20-10-2011 Votes: 41 Comments: 2

  7. How do you / did you discipline your 20 month old for tantrums? (for example, th...
    Date: 9-10-2011 Votes: 55 Comments: 4

  8. Serious question about religion. So many of you say you will pray for or are pr...
    Date: 3-10-2011 Votes: 75 Comments: 16

  9. How much wood could a woodchuck chuck, if a woodchuck could chuck wood?...
    Date: 3-10-2011 Votes: 55 Comments: 10

  10. With our airline if your child is under 2 they must sit on your lap the whole fl...
    Date: 26-9-2011 Votes: 36 Comments: 19

  11. Do you waste time on IAP while you feel you should be doing other things (ie. ho...
    Date: 7-9-2011 Votes: 60 Comments: 3

  12. Having trouble changing profile pic. I can only see my old pic. Can you please...
    Date: 5-9-2011 Votes: 30 Comments: 0

  13. I am BORED as HELL at work. Nobody else is in the office, and I`m not expecting...
    Date: 4-9-2011 Votes: 44 Comments: 4

  14. Just for Fun! I love my hubby dearly, but there are SO many things that annoy m...
    Date: 31-8-2011 Votes: 26 Comments: 17

  15. I`d love to get my 18 month old daughter something exciting for our backyard. W...
    Date: 18-8-2011 Votes: 30 Comments: 10

  16. Do I need a double pram for a 2 yr old & a newborn? Any thoughts/comments please...
    Date: 1-8-2011 Votes: 33 Comments: 9

  17. For those who`ve dyed their hair at home. ...
    Date: 7-7-2011 Votes: 33 Comments: 5

  18. Today I am wearing..........
    Date: 4-7-2011 Votes: 69 Comments: 15

  19. When should you change your baby car seat from rear facing to front facing?...
    Date: 5-11-2010 Votes: 12 Comments: 12

  20. Anyone have a BUMBO babyseat they`re looking to get rid of? Pick up from Brisba...
    Date: 13-9-2010 Votes: 12 Comments: 4

  21. McDonalds McFlurry hollow spoons - please explain?? Why is the spoon so big and...
    Date: 7-9-2010 Votes: 14 Comments: 6

  22. Mothers Group rotating at everyone`s houses; do you bring a plate every time?...
    Date: 19-8-2010 Votes: 15 Comments: 2

  23. Just for fun; who else loves vet/dog training shows on TV?...
    Date: 19-8-2010 Votes: 20 Comments: 2

  24. Why did you start your child on solids?...
    Date: 21-6-2010 Votes: 44 Comments: 10

  25. When do you think it is acceptable to start preparing a bedroom for your baby?...
    Date: 20-7-2009 Votes: 66 Comments: 4

  26. For those in 1st trimester: how are you feeling about your pregnancy...
    Date: 1-7-2009 Votes: 33 Comments: 1


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