Finding the Right Equation: A Beginner's Guide

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The thread primarily revolves around congratulatory messages and light-hearted banter following the announcement of a new baby, with participants sharing advice and personal anecdotes related to parenting. The discussion is informal and focuses on the experiences of new parents rather than a specific scientific or mathematical problem.

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  • Several participants express congratulations to the new parent, Pythagorean, and share their excitement about the arrival of the baby.
  • Some participants humorously suggest equations related to parenting, such as a "diaper change formula," indicating a playful approach to the topic.
  • There are various light-hearted comments about the challenges of parenting, including sleep deprivation and the dynamics of parenting roles.
  • Participants share personal anecdotes about their own experiences with children, including advice on managing sleep and responsibilities.
  • Some participants reflect on the nature of parenting, suggesting that the challenges evolve as children grow older.

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There is a general consensus on the excitement of welcoming a new baby and the shared challenges of parenting. However, specific advice and experiences vary widely, indicating multiple perspectives on parenting dynamics and responsibilities.

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The discussion is informal and lacks rigorous structure, with many posts being congratulatory or anecdotal rather than focused on a specific problem or equation. The humorous tone suggests a community of support rather than a technical analysis.

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New parents or those interested in parenting experiences may find the shared anecdotes and advice relevant and relatable.

  • #31
Math Is Hard said:
Congrats!



:approve:

Does anybody here remember Vera Lynn?
Remember how she said that we would meet again.
Some sunny day.

 
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  • #32
Pythagorean said:
Well, since everybody always posts pictures of their baby looking its sweetest, I'll try something new here:

She's gorgeous. I know, because when I look at that photo I can't help smiling.:!)
 
  • #33
That's so great Pythagorean! Many long sleepless nights to you! Just wait until they're old enough to ask for your debit card and lay the guilt trip on you that they will be responsible for you in your old age. :eek:
 
  • #34
Math Is Hard said:
Congrats!

:approve:

Does anybody here remember Vera Lynn?
Remember how she said that we would meet again.
Some sunny day.

Hmmm... I never knew there was a real Vera Lynn. Seems we can still meet her:

On 13th September 2009, Dame Vera became the oldest living artist to make it into No. 1 in the UK album chart, at the age of 92. Her collection We'll Meet Again: The Very Best of Vera Lynn

Anyways, Congrats Pyth! I'd give advice, but I've only ever had goldfish.
 
  • #35
OmCheeto said:
Hmmm... I never knew there was a real Vera Lynn. Seems we can still meet her:



Anyways, Congrats Pyth! I'd give advice, but I've only ever had goldfish.

It's ok, I'm sure I'll be hearing lots of advice in the next couple months.

Yeah, I think Roger Waters was a little angry at Vera when he wrote that song because his dad never came back from the war so he didn't get to meet her again.

I recently noticed it has a linguistic similarity to "violin"
 
  • #36
OmCheeto said:
Anyways, Congrats Pyth! I'd give advice, but I've only ever had goldfish.

I know I am going to get into all kinds of trouble for this, but live life on the edge is my motto:
 

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  • #37
"Before I got married, I had six theories about bringing up
children. Now I have six children and no theories."
- John Wilmot, Earl of Rochester

Congrat's Pythagorean!
 
  • #38
OmCheeto said:
Anyways, Congrats Pyth! I'd give advice, but I've only ever had goldfish.

I've only ever had a cat, but that doesn't stop me. :biggrin: Then again, after cleaning litter boxes and hairballs, and today, giving the cat a brand new scratcher only to watch her flip it over and decide to chew on the feet rather than scratching it, I'm pretty sure the concepts are similar. :biggrin:
 
  • #39
Congratulations Pythagorean!

May I ask how old you are for those cowards who feel they are too young to be up to this formidable task?:biggrin:

Congrats!
 
  • #40
Well done Pythagorean! All the best to you and yours.
 
  • #41
jimmysnyder said:
Congratulations to you and your family. We have 2 kids of our own. I haven't had a crisis with them in over an hour so I may have forgotten some of the details, but here is the equation you require.

L + U + \infty = \int^{\sqrt{\frac{7.5\nabla(x^6 + y^5 -z^{-4})}{\sin(\theta)}}}_{y - z^3\epsilon}e^{{tan^{-1}(100\omega^{99\omega^{98\omega}})}}d\omega + \partial_{\mu}{\Gamma(2 - \frac{2}{d}\Pi(\pi\alpha(\mu)))

Solution is 42.
Hmm. Empirically we know that in the limit this quantity is unbounded, especially for a girl.
 
  • #42
Congratulations.

Wish you all the best!

Kids will be a pain in the *** - forever ;-) but there is nothing better, ever.


Hug your kid, hug your wife, and you will be happy for the rest of your life.

:smile:
 
  • #43
Congraduations, Pythagorean. I fell in love with my tiny baby boy when I first held him. And now he's 7! Good grief. I can't explain it. May your little girl be so fortunate as to have a devoted slave for a father. As for you, good luck!
 
  • #44
edward said:
Congratulations and that is what they all look like when they are hungry:biggrin:
I recall that expression. It means I want something, I want it now, and I'm not going to tell you what it is, not even after I get it.
She is charming.
 
  • #45
Congrats to you and mom, Pythagorean. You are a very, very lucky person. For real.
 
  • #46
Best wishes for your family! What a beautiful name.
 
  • #47
sokrates said:
Congratulations Pythagorean!

May I ask how old you are for those cowards who feel they are too young to be up to this formidable task?:biggrin:

Congrats!

I'll be 29 in a week. I still feel like I'm just a kid though, honestly. Becoming a father has changed me though, almost over night. Crazy intense experience.
 
  • #48
Congratulations! There's nothing wrong with being young at heart, but this little girl will probably help you reach that extra level of maturity. It's all one big roller-coaster :smile:
 
  • #49
Pythagorean said:
Does anybody have a good idea on what equation I should start with? I'm not really sure how to start this problem.

a simple a^2 +b^2=c^2 where a equals love b equals responsibility, and c equals a happy successful child.

show your work.
 
  • #50
Moonbear said:
I've only ever had a cat, but that doesn't stop me. :biggrin: Then again, after cleaning litter boxes and hairballs, and today, giving the cat a brand new scratcher only to watch her flip it over and decide to chew on the feet rather than scratching it, I'm pretty sure the concepts are similar. :biggrin:

Oh! Thank you Moony. I almost forgot about my experience with Birdy.

Pyth! If in the next few months, should Vera Lynn be flying around the backyard and be attacked by an evil bird of prey, don't panic. Just get a fishing net, scoop her up, plop her into the bathtub, and in 3 weeks, she'll good as new.

:smile:
 

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