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Help needed - writing a complaint letter
, 23 April, 2008 at 15:45

Hi all, This is wedding related, but not in a slushy way! I need to write a letter of complaint regarding my weddnig reception. Basically the company I've had our reception booked with for at least a...

Emily, 5 hours ago 15 4,765
Sunset21
Straggly hair, need a haircut - pic added but blink and you'll miss it [rotfl]
Sunset21, 17 June, 2009 at 12:11

I have longish hair but it's in a ponytail today and the 'tail' is less than pretty looking, it's all dry on the ends and lighter in colour. I think I need to go for the chop [gulp] How come some...

Georg, 6 hours ago 9 4,171
Sunset21
WWYD? Writing a cheque as a wedding present.....
Sunset21, 6 August, 2008 at 14:19

I remember when we had cheques as wedding presents, some were to Mr & Mrs xxxxx, some were in his name and my maiden name. I'm just writing a cheque for a couple that live together and are obv....

Ethan, 9 hours ago 23 12,634
RuthG
Is writing in red still seen as rude?
RuthG, 9 November, 2008 at 19:39

I've been writing my christmas cards this afternoon (I need to be prepared, we could be moving house right before christmas ?) and I've been writing in red ink (not biro) but H just mentioned that...

Ethan, 9 hours ago 23 18,794
Vikster79
Writing Christmas cards to person who has just lost a loved one?
Vikster79, 13 December, 2011 at 10:24

I always feel so awkward writing a card when i cant write something "jolly" inside. What do you put in a card when someone has recently lost a loved one just before Christmas. Have been putting it...

Ethan, 9 hours ago 4 30,510
Ostrich
Writing a reference for a childminder. Can anyone help?
Ostrich, 23 July, 2008 at 21:43

I've posted this on BT too but I know there are some fabulous letter writers on OT, so thought it'd be worth posting here too. Daniel had his last day at the childminder's today and it was so sad. I...

Ethan, 9 hours ago 9 55,825
South
Taxi Services for Special Events
South, 28 April, 2025 at 03:41

Special events often require careful planning, and transportation is a significant part of that. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or a night out with friends, South Ribble Taxis can provide...

Salah, yesterday at 16:41 4 53
Tacey
Song requests when guests rsvp
Tacey, 6 May, 2025 at 17:40

I would like to get song requests for the reception as they RSVP. I googled it and it told me to use "Add a Follow-Up Question" hyperlink, but I can't seem to find it. Please help!

Andrew, yesterday at 16:35 5 83
Panjita
Hen Party Games
Panjita, 3 May, 2012 at 09:08

It's my mates Hen this weekend and I am struggling to think of games to play. We will be out and about in Brum so it can't be anything too 'active' if you see what I mean? Just something funny like Mr...

Pit, yesterday at 10:15 54 9,617 1
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With the right support you can recover your coins
Edvin, 7 March, 2024 at 16:03

Hi, about a week ago my ETH was transferred to a wallet address I do not recognize. I never did this nor do I approve the transaction. I feel like I have been hacked/phished. I was able to trace this...

Maximilian, yesterday at 08:56 152 1,659 9
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Did you pass your driving test 1st time?
*curlymummy*, 26 July, 2008 at 19:49

I have my test booked (im not telling when though) what was your test like and did you pass first time? We have just brought a little car today for me to learn/ something to get from A-B when i pass....

Maximilian, yesterday at 07:44 26 1,607
Emmark
Anyone had someone in to paint their exterior wooden windows?
Emmark, 5 June, 2009 at 10:03

My wooden windows are in much need of some painting on the exterior. I am going to be getting a few companies out to quote, but just wanted a rough idea of how much people have paid for there windows...

Mark, sunday 6-Jul-25 3 5,221
Purple Pixie
Need ideas for humourous book titles/authors
Purple Pixie, 29 June, 2009 at 08:43

I'm making a cake for a retirement do that is basically three books. Each book needs a title and an author writing on it. I've been asked to make the titles/authors humourous and to fit the occasion....

Ethan, sunday 6-Jul-25 15 3,442
Nitro
Fashion trends for a modern wedding - share your ideas!
Nitro, 24 April, 2025 at 14:23

Hi everyone! I am currently actively preparing for my own wedding and want the ceremony to be not only beautiful, but also modern, with interesting details that will be remembered. I have heard that...

Aurora, saturday 5-Jul-25 10 114
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Resize stock photo
Jay, 14 January, 2024 at 20:47

Does anyone have any ideas to resize the photo for your website on here? Each time I've done it, it's just zooms right in. Nightmare

Warner, saturday 5-Jul-25 5 348
Louise
Bridesmaid issues…
Louise, 25 March, 2025 at 12:25

I’ve found myself in a tricky situation where I’ve been hurt and let down by a bridesmaid. Bridesmaid A (one of them) is one of my oldest friends I’ve known for 20 years. Moved to Australia two years...

Robert, friday 4-Jul-25 1 22
NeoShoegal
SEO's
NeoShoegal, 3 April, 2008 at 16:01

I often get emails for Search Engine Optimisation. Today I got one that actually claims to already have had a look at my site "I came across www.everaftervideos.co.uk today while looking for a website...

Kevin, friday 4-Jul-25 8 239
Panjita
Mobile Phones
Panjita, 7 October, 2013 at 10:10

Can you remember what your first mobile phone looked like? I've just been discussing with my friend and found a photo online of my first ever mobile. Hilarious! It looks like an 80's walkie talkie!!!...

Fahad, thursday 3-Jul-25 43 6,548
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Hey! I'd love to offer some free wedding content creation :)
Mayesi, 19 May, 2025 at 20:51

I am a year into my brand content creation career and for a while I have wanted to branch into wedding content creation, think, as well as your photographer, you have someone capturing all the moments...

William, wednesday 2-Jul-25 1 15
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Paypal, anyone used it for someone to pay them?
cherrybloom, 22 September, 2013 at 19:33

Hey OTs, I'm thinking of selling a few things from the wedding as I am a OM now #happy. Do you know how it works: Do they charge you for using it? how long it takes the payment to appear, also do you...

Erik, wednesday 2-Jul-25 7 854
Koshka
Profiteroles-stuck
Koshka, 30 June, 2008 at 10:11

I was nominated by my brother to cook profiteroles for a family meal today. We're meeting and I think/feel trying to impress his new girlfriend. I followed the Gorden Ramsey recipe, placing them on...

Kate, wednesday 2-Jul-25 46 2,566
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Any advice for my troublesome, very sensitive skin?
, 1 March, 2016 at 23:20

Hi everyone, I was hoping someone out there would be able to give me some advice, provide recommendations, etc for my skin. I have had eczema since I was six weeks old and always suffered with my...

Fahad, wednesday 2-Jul-25 14 2,736
RuthG
Using hazard lights to thank another driver??
RuthG, 23 December, 2008 at 22:50

Is using your hazard lights to thank another driver common practice on the roads? Is there any rule to say you shouldn't do it?

Maximilian, tuesday 1-Jul-25 24 2,989
Mr JK
Rhys Jones's killer's mum facing prison
Mr JK, 16 February, 2009 at 14:03

Eleven-year-old Rhys Jones's killer's mum has been found guilty of perverting the course of justice, and is almost certainly facing a custodial sentence. Which is fair enough - it's a completely...

Jack, monday 30-Jun-25 12 1,017
freb2reh
Legal eagles D36 to D37. Anyone know how long this may take?
freb2reh, 30 May, 2012 at 10:44

Ok, well finally my ex has submitted our D36 to the courts - it's onlt taken 4 years to get to this point! Do any of you legal eagles have any idea on the timescales involved before I get my D37? OH...

Ryan, monday 30-Jun-25 5 2,673
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Carlton Towers Estate Advise - North Yorkshire
Nicole, 29 June, 2025 at 21:40

Any one that has got married at Carlton Towers Estate what did you do the night before? Where did you get ready the morning of and stay, due to the estate being a stately home and not a hotel. Also...

Nicole, sunday 29-Jun-25 2
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Are there particular quiet times in swimming pools?
SAM83, 20 May, 2009 at 18:36

Want to go swimming again but I severely lack confidence. I have checked timetable of our 2 local pools and one one does a ladies only sesh (which I thought would be answer) but its at 9pm on a Sunday...

Coversinplay, saturday 28-Jun-25 17 11,971
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My question is
Liliah, 9 November, 2024 at 17:18

Has anyone who'd have a restaurant called cleaver and wake I'm hoping to celebrate my 28th birthday at that particular location I'm just not sure if the food is any good I would like your opinions it...

Pune, saturday 28-Jun-25 33 222 1
Sunset21
House movers with no savings...
Sunset21, 8 April, 2009 at 21:06

I'm back on the subject I was on yesterday, moving fees. We have zero savings so would have to borrow the extra for moving fees. But, the money would be added on to the mortgage amount which we...

Ivory, friday 27-Jun-25 10 1,117
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Mediums - what do you think?
, 7 March, 2012 at 00:09

I went to see Tony Stockwell last night as a present from some of my hens (girlie-friends, not my chickens!) who couldn't make my hen night last week. I've read some of his books and really liked his...

, friday 27-Jun-25 27 5,384
daisymoo86
Whats your favourite film and why?
daisymoo86, 19 April, 2016 at 12:32

Just a bit of fun, and to get things going again over here... So what is your favourite film and why? I actually struggle to answer this sort of question myself, me and OH are complete film lovers. We...

Olivia, friday 27-Jun-25 30 4,043
Consuela Banana Hammock
House buyers/sellers/anybody else - quick question if I may
Consuela Banana Hammock, 10 August, 2009 at 16:12

Just had a phonecall from the Estate Agents asking if our prospective buyers can come around and measure up. We agreed a sale with them two weeks ago and the survey has been completed (which we assume...

RosalindRigour, thursday 26-Jun-25 17 5,101

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