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*ginni of the lamp*
Anyone remember the Crytstal Maze? Need help with (kids) themed games.
*ginni of the lamp*, 30 March, 2009 at 09:35

In what can only be described as a moment of madness I've agreed to doing a Crystal Maze party for my daughter's 8th birthday. When I was a girl, my dad and I used to watch 'The Adventure Game', and...

Om Ewok, an hour ago 26 13,565
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Brown University
Egor, 6 October, 2023 at 12:13

Brown University stands as an academic beacon, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and inclusivity. Its open curriculum empowers students to explore diverse subjects, nurturing well-rounded...

Robbert, an hour ago 11 120
skyrocket
Shellac question
skyrocket, 2 December, 2011 at 10:34

I have had my first Shellac yesterday. I decided that regular manicures I always screw up on the drive home and smudge so for the wedding something pretty much welded onto my nails was best. My nails...

Viktor, 3 hours ago 7 768
Naboo
Any one a bit medical or good with burns??? help please
Naboo, 5 May, 2011 at 12:08

Bit of an odd request but I had a bit of a candle accident and burnt my face, its healing but the skin is still red and a bit dry so hard to cover, does anyone have any tips on thins to help...

Promidom, 4 hours ago 14 7,370
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...

BACKLINK, 6 hours ago 269 1,784
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Anyone managed to get into a terramundi money pot without smashing it??
, 10 June, 2008 at 21:50

I have a really nice one of these banks and really don't want to smash it...but it's got loads of cash in it and I want it for my holdays. I've tried using a nail file to file down the coin slot but...

Pretty, 9 hours ago 66 37,365
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help please - polish on a plasma tv screen.. it won't come off
peanut, 19 June, 2009 at 10:49

OMG.. I've just dusted the tv from the finger print splodges of my eldest and there must have been polish on the cloth and its smeared on the screen.. it won't come off.. I've found the wee blue...

James Clock, yesterday at 09:56 41 13,119
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?

Chrome, monday 9-Mar-26 26 3,152
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Having laminate flooring in a new build?
SAM83, 3 September, 2009 at 11:30

I am having a new house built and have been told by Persimmon who are building it that we cannot have laminate flooring as its a new house. We went to a carpet shop yesterday to arrange to get a quote...

Stephen, monday 9-Mar-26 34 15,105 1
Merlini
A bit shocked after awful trip to dentist
Merlini, 7 August, 2008 at 14:54

I've just got back from what I thought was a routine hygienist appointment at the dentist where I was told that I have advanced gum disease! In complete shock about it and feel miserable and ashamed....

Stephen, monday 9-Mar-26 24 5,978
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Scoliosis/bendy spine
, 24 June, 2014 at 08:08

Does anyone have experience of this? My Pilates teacher says I have two small bends in my spine which explains a lot. I'll be asking my physio about it but I do not see her until August. It is mild so...

Fitness, monday 9-Mar-26 16 2,774
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Drinks missed off restaurant bill - WWYD?
nutfluff, 25 June, 2009 at 13:29

Having just been in a training thing about business ethics, one example situation they suggested was getting the bill at the end of a meal but they had forgotten to add on the drinks - would you say...

Melani, monday 9-Mar-26 33 4,579
Olatz
Wedding website personalisation.
Olatz, 9 January, 2026 at 16:27

Quick question. Is is possible to embed a map I have created in Hitched's wedding website?

Ram, monday 9-Mar-26 40 291
Vikster79
White wood/gloss bedroom furniture
Vikster79, 14 August, 2012 at 12:01

Does anyone have any and if so where did you purchase it from? I have been scouring t'interwebnet for weeks and I either find some that is cheap and looks like it would fall apart, or far too...

Fixit, monday 9-Mar-26 35 6,328
Sare
Bellini..where can I get the peach bit?
Sare, 15 May, 2008 at 20:54

I'm going to a friend's house for a "Cocktail Sleepover" tommorrow and I said I'd make Bellini's. I have Prosecco but I know the proper version is made with white peach puree, which I can't get hold...

Eddie, monday 9-Mar-26 40 27,772
cornflake girl
Parents evening at primary school
cornflake girl, 2 March, 2009 at 20:04

We've had parents evening tonight - our second of the year (we have one each term). Each parent gets a 5 minute appointment and they're given a slot in which to attend. We also give reports out each...

Exams, monday 9-Mar-26 25 3,412
haagweg
School uniform skirts
haagweg, 10 October, 2008 at 12:45

Recently I've seen that most schoolgirls are wearing trousers rather than skirts. I can understand if it's cold then trousers are better, but it still looks odd to me because it's not cold at the...

Exams, monday 9-Mar-26 19 4,243
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Anyone had to claim lost wages, redundancy back through government?
bobbly1, 30 January, 2009 at 17:47

If you had to recently, how long did it take for your money to come through? Company I worked for gone into admin, I have been made redundant and not paid for January, so have filled in a form for...

John, sunday 8-Mar-26 22 9,876
Spamboule
Grammar help please
Spamboule, 23 October, 2008 at 18:06

Sorry if this is a bit WP related, but given the fact that many planners are uable to differentiate between your/you're etc I thought I'd be better off over here ? OH has written the menu for our...

Oliver, sunday 8-Mar-26 16 4,877
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Terraced houses, loft conversions and velux windows?
KJB, 27 May, 2008 at 09:17

I have seen an absolutely gorgeous house which I think would buy in a heart beat if it weren't a terrace and didn't have velux windows in the main bedroom (loft conversion). Actually, it's all...

Jessica, sunday 8-Mar-26 19 7,132
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...

Fahad, sunday 8-Mar-26 114 10,477 1
Hannah
25% Discount on Hitched Stationery
Hannah, 16 February, 2022 at 09:33

Morning Everyone! I'm Hannah from the Hitched team and to continue the season of love after Valentine's, the team want to offer you 25% off our Hitched Stationery Range To get this limited offer...

Thomas, saturday 7-Mar-26 6 215
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...

Sheen, saturday 7-Mar-26 69 4,384
jessica.rabbit
Any part-time teachers around?
jessica.rabbit, 30 August, 2008 at 09:44

How does your school treat inset days with Part time staff? If you attend an inset day on a day which you do not normally work, are you usually paid to attend that day, and do you have to fill a form...

Alexander123, saturday 7-Mar-26 9 2,408
Cazpot88
Food
Cazpot88, 14 August, 2025 at 13:15

Hi beauts, not messaged on here for a while. Our weddings only 8 days away week! Just a quick question for you all. When would be the best time to open our buffet? Our ceremony is a 3pm in our local...

Sam, saturday 7-Mar-26 15 113
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How do i change the design of my wedding website?
Clare, 11 July, 2024 at 11:21

I picked a design thinking I could change the colour scheme of the flowers but I can't, and now I can't see a way to change the design or start from scratch at all, can anyone help?

Jan, saturday 7-Mar-26 102 725
WelshTotty
Giving feedback on house viewings without feeling guilty
WelshTotty, 22 June, 2009 at 12:30

I feel is a difficult thing to do.... We viewed 3 houses on Saturday, all 3 ticked the boxes. First one was the style we want, was on a street we love, had a decent sized garden, a lovely big garage...

David, saturday 7-Mar-26 12 5,655
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Amazing Ways to Measure Your Ring Size at Home!
Ivermectine, 17 August, 2023 at 06:55

The best and most precise way to determine your ring size is with a measuring tape. Make sure to leave sufficient space for your knuckle to fit in order to achieve the best outcomes. Remember that...

Leoparker, friday 6-Mar-26 4 116
ExpensivePinkStationery919
Very small wedding
ExpensivePinkStationery919, 21 February, 2025 at 08:12

I'm trying to plan a very small wedding as we have a very low budget. We have been together for 13 years and everytime we come to plan the wedding something always happen. At the moment we can are...

Tbsua, friday 6-Mar-26 4 89
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Betting on speeches at weddings?
JuniperConroy, 3 July, 2009 at 11:03

Hey, Those Paddy Power wedding speech sweepstake kits arrived today and look better then expected! They're in cream envelopes that you put on each table. Given that most tables at weddings that i've...

Brat, friday 6-Mar-26 26 3,918
Mal
Is Freecycle/Gumtree my only option?
Mal, 26 February, 2009 at 10:14

I nee to get rid of my 2 sofas but they don't have fire labels attached, so none of the charities are willing to take them. I have read of bad experiences on Freecycle and Gumtree when it comes to...

Coweressel71, friday 6-Mar-26 12 2,061
moomin8804
A bit gross...mole removal? anybody had it done?
moomin8804, 10 February, 2009 at 11:45

Hi all! Sorry don't want to gross everyone out but i've got two moles on my shoulder that keep catching on my clothes, they don't hurt, it's just a bit irritating! What i want to know is has anybody...

Andero, thursday 5-Mar-26 11 3,573

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