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ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
Nail hardener recommendations
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown, 9 May, 2012 at 13:59

After years of biting, my nails are getting longer now and I want to keep them that way. My problem is they are very soft and bendy, which means they fold back if I catch them, or tear away. I need...

SunnyGoldCars89321, thursday 30-Apr-20 8 1,451
WickyWack
Veggie recipes?
WickyWack, 10 April, 2015 at 10:14

Has anyone got a couple of good veggie recipes? H last night said he was sick of chicken and beef (doesn't like lamb or pork)! I was thinking maybe a tasty curry or something that will last all...

LuxuriousYellowConfe, thursday 30-Apr-20 9 2,164
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Left cooked ham out of the fridge over night - would you eat it?
Janna, 28 April, 2009 at 08:23

It's sliced cooked ham that's been out for about 15 hours. Using it would mean giving it my 2 and 4 year old children. I've got to chuck it haven't I? ☹️

LuxuriousGoldCakes12, tuesday 21-Apr-20 8 87,849
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Hen do
ExpensiveOrangeDecor50183, 12 April, 2020 at 12:15

Hi, i do not want bridesmaids (don’t want the extra bill) have any of you had no bridesmaids? What are the rules with the hen do in terms of payments? Everyone goes Dutch?

RomanticGreenStation, tuesday 14-Apr-20 1,248
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Calorie counting - experiences?
, 1 June, 2009 at 18:55

I was just wondering if anyone has successfully lost weight calorie counting? I've signed up for an online diet where they work out a daily calorie intake for you to stick to...no other limits, other...

SunnyOrangeDecor8782, friday 10-Apr-20 26 5,241
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Alterations
ExpensiveYellowDecor51468, 5 March, 2020 at 18:49

Hi I am trying to clear something up . A bridal boutique a friend of mine used wouldn't let her take her dress To be altered elsewhere . The owner insisted the dress couldn't be taken away unless her...

RomanticGreenStation, thursday 19-Mar-20 4 1,667
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Best knickers design to get
PrunellaWolfe, 17 March, 2020 at 03:47

One of my closest buddies at work told me about this cotton knickers UK store. Browsing their available products, I think I may soon purchase from them. Can you recommend good knickers designs that I...

PrunellaWolfe, tuesday 17-Mar-20 1,292
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Help MIL
LuxuriousYellowCars71788, 1 March, 2020 at 14:44

Hello, A bit of background to my situation: my mother left when I was 13 and I do not have a relationship with her, I am very close with my auntie who in my eyes is my mother. I am from Essex and have...

RomanticGreenStation, monday 2-Mar-20 1,131
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Engagement party catering
Mt6226, 3 January, 2020 at 19:10

Hey guys, Hoping you can help me out! We are having our engagement party in a few weeks and doing the catering, I've made a start and have been putting things in the freezer. We are kind of limited on...

RomanticGreenStation, saturday 18-Jan-20 1,180
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Toddler Proof Help
HappyOrangeCakes10570, 14 January, 2020 at 11:09

So we've finally made it to two and almost walking (he has Cerebral Palsy so we're a bit behind in development) but I need advice on how to toddler proof the house. Tips and suggestions welcome. ...

HappyOrangeCakes1057, tuesday 14-Jan-20 1,064
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Ullefurgh as a drink in everyday life?
RomanticBlueDiamonds33039, 12 January, 2020 at 15:03

Hope everyone is doing well here. I need a little bit of help about drinking Ullefurgh. This is a kind of drink which can be used as an alternative of others drinking water. This not only refresh mind...

RomanticBlueDiamonds, sunday 12-Jan-20 1,050
decibelle
Living in Guernsey - Massive Apologies
decibelle, 15 March, 2009 at 16:01

Bear with me here, I've done 'Living in Cornwall' and 'Living in Gran Canaria' posts here before, I'm just on a fishing expedition! Round about this time of year, H and I begin to get a bit tired of...

RomanticYellowDiamon, monday 23-Dec-19 12 5,547
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Needing a poo when you’re at work!
ExpensiveBrownCakes42632, 23 December, 2019 at 08:42

Yep two days before Christmas and you can tell it’s gonna be a slow day because that’s what conversation has turned to! All the guys don’t seem bothered doing it, but the women seem to treat it like...

ExpensiveBrownCakes4, monday 23-Dec-19 908
WickyWack
Swimming whilst on your period. Would you? Do you?
WickyWack, 3 October, 2013 at 16:32

Go!

ExpensiveYellowHair2, thursday 14-Nov-19 30 4,913
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Research Help! (£100)
HappyBrownCars2172, 13 November, 2019 at 08:30

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Rod
Wagamama's - Chicken Katsu Curry - Grilled
Rod, 17 August, 2012 at 10:41

Hi all, Does anyone have the calories for this? I know the normal katsu is 800Cals !! ? but surely the grilled one is much better? Off to wagas for lunch and really fancy katsu curry! UPDATE - Never...

SunnyPinkHair83470, wednesday 6-Nov-19 15 3,783
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Please help
Lessman001, 11 October, 2019 at 05:10

Hi, Me and my partner bought a house for our future. We're actually in the same house. Then we bought some things for our house. But all of our belongings are owed to Marston but we are about to end...

ExpensiveGoldDiamond, tuesday 5-Nov-19 1 1,059
LizBjk
Can you stop/ delay a period?
LizBjk, 8 April, 2008 at 15:57

Going away next month, first holiday we've been on. We're going away on the 14 - 21st. Just worked out my period is due on the 15th-20th. Not happy. Is there anything I can take? I'm not on the pill...

LuxuriousIvoryCakes6, thursday 24-Oct-19 14 10,312
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Secret Wedding - Witnesses - Newcastle
Darkmood, 30 September, 2019 at 16:18

Hi, Looking for help, we need some witnesses for our secret wedding ceremony at the Civic. We aren't hiring a photographer so this isn't an option. We are not inviting any quests, just our 4 year old...

Darkmood, monday 30-Sep-19 855
Gurzle
plane with escorts flying over London?
Gurzle, 24 April, 2012 at 18:09

I've just got on the train home at Tottenham Hale, and two planes, both flanked by two smaller (fighter?) planes have flown overhead....anyone else see this? What might it be? I'm presuming they were...

SunnyRedConfetti9823, tuesday 24-Sep-19 9 3,713
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Asda Bra
bobbi, 6 May, 2009 at 16:19

Asda are selling a £4 bra in a war against M&S for applying surcharge to bigger breasted women!

SunnyYellowBridesmai, wednesday 4-Sep-19 12 2,380
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I need a new bed
, 12 July, 2012 at 18:22

OH has broken the bed - he bounded into bed a few times and we heard a massive crack a few weeks back. It's been creaking for ages every time we move even the tiniest bit (not for that reason mind!)...

RomanticPinkConfetti, monday 8-Jul-19 31 4,554
Mrs Cee
Possibly the worst driving lesson ever!
Mrs Cee, 19 March, 2009 at 17:48

Eeek I've just had my 6th driving lesson and it was crap, it just seemed like I forgot everthing I've learnt and kept stalling the car. I couldn't seem to get my legs in gear and I couldn't wait to...

ExpensiveIvoryDiamon, friday 28-Jun-19 14 4,746
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Am I the *** and what should I do...
Halfmoon19, 19 May, 2019 at 19:32

Hi All, I am going to give you as much context as possible so So I went to a wedding a while back and I got kicked out, along with my Fiancé (he was the best man). I was very very drunk and I cannot...

Halfmoon19, sunday 19-May-19 452
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Shapewear
, 31 July, 2013 at 14:07

A nurse recommended that I get some firm shapewear for my upper body and thighs, but I don't know where to look or what I should be looking for? I've only seen shapewear for sale online but would...

RomanticBlueHair2711, tuesday 12-Mar-19 18 4,818
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red wine on cream carpet
roobee, 21 April, 2008 at 11:09

Does anyone have any tried and tested methods of removing red wine from a carpet? its dry now if that makes a difference. ?

yesig712, saturday 9-Feb-19 8 1,518
Disco
Far TMI (obv) - I may have a tampon stuck - any advice?
Disco, 16 June, 2008 at 20:31

Apart from go to the doctor, if I can't resolve this myself tonight, that is of course what I will do. I have phoned NHS direct and all she told me to do was go to the doctor, but not before she...

RomanticYellowConfet, thursday 7-Feb-19 24 31,579
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So, I bought the dress and now having massive doubts
Natts1234, 21 January, 2019 at 00:32

I found a dress a really liked online. I went to try it on and liked it initially, but still had it on my mind thatI have another appointment with a bridal boutique in my home country - with many...

LuxuriousRedStatione, wednesday 23-Jan-19 1,427
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Hen do gift ideas...help!
, 29 June, 2011 at 10:20

Hi! I have been set a budget of £5 max to spend on a hen do gift, it can be anything! Rude/funny/nice/homely! Any ideas...I am so rubbish at this sort of thing! TIA!

LuxuriousPinkDiamond, sunday 6-Jan-19 13 12,191
Mrs C
Extension vs Conservatory
Mrs C, 8 February, 2014 at 15:39

We want to extend the back of our house so we have a larger living space. It will be on the back of the house extending the current kitchen and dining room and will mostly be used as a dining/seating...

Haven72691, wednesday 14-Nov-18 26 7,864
Flowmojo
Lipgloss vs Lipstick
Flowmojo, 9 February, 2012 at 10:29

Which do you prefer? Does it last all day? recommend me your ultimate stay put lip wear!! I adore soap and glorys lip plumping lipgloss, its a bit gloopy going on but last for ever!!! I do wear...

ExpensivePinkHair570, friday 14-Sep-18 23 4,527
Diamond Star Halo
Does anyone wear orthotic insoles for falling arches?
Diamond Star Halo, 19 May, 2008 at 16:25

I've been seeing an osteopath to treat my sore back and hips, and he's advised me that the problem is mainly caused by my feet, which apparently are a bit crap, as the arches are flattening out. He's...

ExpensivePurpleConfe, friday 24-Aug-18 8 1,562

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