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WickyWack
Swimming whilst on your period. Would you? Do you?
WickyWack, 3 October, 2013 at 16:32

Go!

ExpensiveYellowHair2, thursday 14-Nov-19 30 4,911
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Research Help! (£100)
HappyBrownCars2172, 13 November, 2019 at 08:30

HappyBrownCars2172, wednesday 13-Nov-19 600
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 10,311
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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 4,744
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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 31,575
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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 1,423
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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 12,189
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 7,863
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
*ginni of the lamp*
Do beaded door curtains keep out/discourage flies?
*ginni of the lamp*, 30 May, 2009 at 17:12

If not, what are they for? On outer doors, that is.

SunnyYellowCars83937, sunday 24-Jun-18 11 19,277
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where to get wardrobes now MFI gone?
SabrinaSpellman, 25 February, 2009 at 11:34

Hi all im looking to buy some wardrobes and a dressing table etc... but where to go now that MFI has gone!!! please advise maybe show me yours!!! thanks

EntertainersWorldwid, monday 18-Jun-18 11 6,974
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Can Patrick Saada and his Online Jewelry Site " Galith " fulfill my carving for daimonds??
LuxuriousGreenCars69396, 19 April, 2018 at 12:29

Being a fashion designer and a jewelry lover I have always made a point to check the cuts and designs when it came to choosing a diamond jewelry.I'm a frequent visitor to diamond trading and Jewelry...

LuxuriousGreenCars69, thursday 19-Apr-18 357
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Have The One Show at your wedding!
LuxuriousPinkDiamonds7729, 21 March, 2018 at 12:37

The One Show is hoping to film a short segment about wedding music prior to the Royal Wedding in May. We are currently looking for a fun couple who might be happy for us to come along to their wedding...

LuxuriousPinkDiamond, wednesday 21-Mar-18 378
Clairy
Summrise personality by ringtone
Clairy, 24 October, 2008 at 09:36

I'm working in a hotel cafe, and there's a bloke in here whose phone has rung twice. Ringtone one was a very loud wolf whistle. Ringtone two was the theme from the Benny Hill Show. What do you reckon?...

HappyBrownDecor6850, tuesday 6-Mar-18 43 3,951
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Engagement ring size dilemma!
Dawnie83, 25 January, 2018 at 19:40

Hi all, I'm new here today! My partner proposed to me on Christmas morning. Total shock! (In a good way) Anyway, my ring seemed to fit but I sent it back for a replacement due to a scratch on the...

ExpensiveGoldDecor45, tuesday 13-Feb-18 412
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circumcision operation for adult male?
bones, 9 March, 2009 at 18:41

Anyone know much about a circumcision op, for an adult male? - namely recovery period etc/ length of time you cannot have sex for afterwards etc we are ttc and so just wondered how much 'time out' it...

Brian-Mcculloch-Glas, wednesday 17-Jan-18 3 1,669
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It's been a year and I'm still upset!!!
RomanticRedDecor874, 16 October, 2017 at 05:11

Hey everyone (or anyone), I just had to share this because it's been heavy on my heart for over a year. I got married last year in September and after seeing my wedding pictures I was left perplexed....

LuxuriousBrownCars70, wednesday 10-Jan-18 4 1,470
minerva
Tipping removal men - do you and how much?
minerva, 10 August, 2008 at 21:36

As per title really. Got them packing up most of a house (quite a bit of furniture staying) and moving it a short distance. Any views?

LuxuriousRedConfetti, friday 15-Dec-17 11 6,342
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Pod coffee machines - are they a faff
Headless Lois, 6 August, 2008 at 19:41

I have just looked at one - it had a couple of handles on the front and looks faffy. I am looking for the quickest thing next to instant that tastes better. L xx

SunnyOrangeBridesmai, thursday 7-Dec-17 17 2,205
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Endometriosis
BlossomKatie1993, 4 October, 2017 at 20:39

Hi All, I recently had a laparoscopy done to find out why I was suffering with a lot of painful symptoms, and it turns out I have mild endometriosis on my bladder and uterus. The thing is, I had my...

BlossomKatie1993, wednesday 4-Oct-17 383
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Please help - Unasking a bridesmaid
RomanticPinkBridesmaid923, 31 July, 2017 at 23:49

Hi everyone So having a huge problem with one of my bridesmaids. It's been eating me up to the point of anxiety. I need to un-ask one of my bridesmaids. These are my reasons and just want to know if...

SunnyIvoryStationery, tuesday 3-Oct-17 3 1,767
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Wedding guest list
Njb0002, 7 September, 2017 at 19:34

My son is 23 and I try not to meddle in his choices. Him and his fiancé are planning a wedding. They met 5 months ago. The are finalizing a guest list. We have such a small family, me, his brother...

RomanticYellowHair89, tuesday 12-Sep-17 2 582

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