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kierenthecommunity
super dull...how do you stick your tax disc to the car window?
kierenthecommunity, 23 November, 2008 at 17:45

I know, i know ? i bought one of those cheapy ones from the post office...the ones which are supposed to self-adhere to the window. but its fecked and currently limply lying on the dashboard where i'm...

NancieNTack, thursday 5-Sep-24 9 2,457
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Need new friends
Thomas, 1 October, 2023 at 20:39

I am 36 years old and most of my friends have moved away. I like football, going to the theatre, movies and going out for night outs. I would love to find new friends.

Biba, tuesday 3-Sep-24 1 244
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Anyone know anything about lease cars - esp NHS?
Clairebecky, 25 September, 2008 at 16:47

I've just found out I might be eligible to apply for a lease car through the NHS. Problem is I don't know whather it'll be worth it or not! It's so hard knowing what my business mileage will be - if...

Ivory, friday 30-Aug-24 8 17,103
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ben wa/kegel balls (tmi)
(Have, 12 June, 2009 at 23:29

Dear ladies of hitched, where else would i turn when i have a *cough* chuff related query? i hope you can assist me. i have recently bought...

Connie, wednesday 28-Aug-24 2 2,758
Brittany
Nightmare Mum & Sister
Brittany, 11 April, 2024 at 19:44

Hiya, I wondered if anyone has been through a similar situation and can offer any advice… My sister and mum detest my Aunty due to some family issues a few years ago and have therefore kicked off...

Brittany, wednesday 28-Aug-24 25 1,152 1
Jade
Turn Hitched into a scrap book/keep sake
Jade, 26 August, 2024 at 22:07

Hello all, just a quick random question. We've been using Hitched to plan our wedding for the last 3.5 years and after a long wait and loads of planning our special day is on Saturday!! I'm just been...

Jade, monday 26-Aug-24 26
Lisa
Editing Hitched Wedding Website
Lisa, 6 August, 2024 at 15:36

Hi - Im using the Hitched wedding website to manage my RSVPs etc and Im at the stage where Im editing the text to make it relevant to my wedding. Im OK with updating the text and pictures on each page...

Lisa, tuesday 6-Aug-24 138
*Mini*
iPhone ringtones
*Mini*, 2 June, 2013 at 20:51

I remember seeing in a thread that someone knew how to have your own music as a ringtone? I've googled but I need simpleton instructions please.

Awan, friday 14-Jun-24 7 1,088
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Oh crap - my mot expired - just a quick bit of advice please
, 15 August, 2008 at 15:47

Right, just looked at my car documents and found my MOT expired on 1st August. I know it's no excuse because I should have been organised enough to have sorted it out before the expiry date, but I...

Licenses4us, thursday 13-Jun-24 4 16,354
MBK
'American Boy' Spoof song about East Anglia
MBK, 31 July, 2008 at 10:23

A friend just sent me this, being an East Anglian I thought it was hilarious so wanted to share! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDuW3joTBq8

Noiseta, monday 10-Jun-24 14 7,251
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Data Base Registered Passports, Driving Licenses & certificates
LuxuriousOrangeStationery65119, 23 July, 2019 at 23:47

Buy Data Base Registered Passports, Drivers Licenses, Id Cards & Legalized Certificates. We specialize in the production of Data Base *Registered passports, driving License, ID cards, Registered...

Dr Leonard, thursday 30-May-24 1 483
Jade-Lee
My mum feels left out
Jade-Lee, 23 May, 2024 at 20:11

Short back story, my mum helped a lot with the engagement was really there for my h2b. Since wedding planning she kinda back off a bit as much as I tried to get to her to come to wedding showcases etc...

RomanticGreenStation, friday 24-May-24 1 156
Cazpot88
Ex wife at wedding
Cazpot88, 9 February, 2024 at 11:02

Hey beauts, I don't know if this is the right section to post this in Me and my fiance have decided to invite his ex wife and her partner to our wedding in August 2025 The reason is because my...

Greeny, monday 20-May-24 13 758
Amelia
Thank you gifts
Amelia, 8 May, 2024 at 19:21

What are people getting as thank you gifts for parents? Really unsure what to get mine and my MIL, but I know I want to get them something as they've contributed so much to our big day. I really want...

Greeny, saturday 18-May-24 3 173
Clairy
Advice on invoicing a company in administration
Clairy, 16 January, 2009 at 17:23

Adams (the childrenswear shop) owes my business several hundred pounds. It was their Hull branch that booked the advert, but they have since announced they are going into administration. However, they...

Glenna, wednesday 15-May-24 6 1,224
Sare
Discontinued MFI furniture
Sare, 13 April, 2009 at 15:32

I really, really want to buy a sideboard and I'd love to have it from the same range as my TV unit, bought from MFI. Although it's flatpack, it's nice and chunky and I like the colour. I could just...

Alisher, tuesday 14-May-24 3 2,445
quackers
Shampoo Recommendations
quackers, 17 December, 2012 at 14:58

Right I have an issue with shampoo, My hair gets very greasy very quickly with a lot of them, or I get horrid dandruff! What do you use? I can't use pantene as it makes my hair fall out. Head and...

Kammal, thursday 9-May-24 18 1,294
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Rsvp
Asiakathleen, 30 April, 2024 at 14:21

Hello I've set up a rsvp on canva, it's asking for a url I'm wanting to use this app so they can rsvp to it. What do I use as the url and where would the rsvp list appear for me to view thank you

Asiakathleen, tuesday 30-Apr-24 25
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How long for a cheque to clear?
Leanne (MsA), 22 April, 2008 at 22:00

I paid a cheque into my account last Thursday morning (bank with Barclays). It has been showing on my balance since last Friday but not my cleared balance. Any idea as I am getting impatient! TIA

Kihec24, monday 29-Apr-24 6 2,857
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Pleasing parents compromise
Katrina, 14 February, 2024 at 21:16

I just wanted a small intimate wedding close family only. I shared with my Dad our guest list he said he felt offended that I didn't invite more of his family I have more of my mums side as I am...

Monster, wednesday 10-Apr-24 8 163
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
Questions for people who get coldsores
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown, 27 September, 2012 at 12:20

Do they always appear in the same place/under the same circumstances/look the same/run the same course? I have had two coldsores (I think) in my life, both under my nose, appearing after a heavy cold...

Uzma, monday 25-Mar-24 31 2,831
MBK
Has anyone used a Business Coach?
MBK, 14 November, 2008 at 18:56

If so was the investment worth it?

Uzma, monday 25-Mar-24 10 1,157
Diamond Star Halo
Pirates of the Caribbean party theme - ideas for food/games etc
Diamond Star Halo, 14 January, 2009 at 21:11

I'm just starting to plan my son's birthday party, and he's asked for a Pirates of the Caribbean themed party. I quite enjoy making an effort for these things, especially if fancy dress is involved,...

Anita, sunday 24-Mar-24 3 3,106
Sarah
Wedshoots
Sarah, 14 March, 2024 at 09:46

Has anyone used wedshoot and the function to project photos live as the night goes on using a projector... how do i do it. ?

Sarah, thursday 14-Mar-24 19
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Changing my surname after marriage - without changing it in my passport
Tanita, 5 March, 2024 at 21:59

Hi, I am a Dutch national and have lived in the UK for the past 11 years. I am getting married in April and I never realised that the Dutch government doesn't allow you to change your surname because...

Tanita, tuesday 5-Mar-24 318
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Work clothes help required
emmaloo166, 28 March, 2009 at 12:25

Hi, I'm due to start work on Monday in a Social work contact department. I haven't worked properly for 5 years so have no idea what to wear. The dress advice is smart causal. When I went for the...

Alex, tuesday 27-Feb-24 13 868
Iris
Wasp sting allergy- what to do?
Iris, 10 August, 2009 at 22:32

I got stung by a wasp almost 2 years ago. It stung me under my armpit, within 20 minutes it was red an swollen past my elbow. I went to the walk in centre, got given antihistamines and told it was an...

Nilesh, monday 26-Feb-24 6 3,086
Becca
What would you expect for a £7k website revamp?
Becca, 3 May, 2009 at 10:32

The same company that produced our website a few years ago (for £2k), have quoted us £7k for updating it. I appreciate that a good website is worth investment, and some companies pay way more, but...

Kyle, friday 16-Feb-24 20 1,968
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Witnesses
Dorota, 5 February, 2024 at 13:24

Hello, My fiance and I are getting married on the 22nd of June in London. It seems like we won't have any witnesses so I thought that maybe someone here could advise me on what to do in this...

Dorota, monday 5-Feb-24 45
Hubble
realistically - how long to pack up and move out....?
Hubble, 26 October, 2008 at 14:02

I am in procrastination and denial mode. The house we've been building for about 18 months is apparently going to be ready for us to move into THIS WEEEEEEEEEK. (providing someone magics up some...

Anwar, thursday 25-Jan-24 5 3,772
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Greetings
Paul, 11 January, 2024 at 05:53

Hello everyone

Ramsey, tuesday 23-Jan-24 46
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Musician
Jodie, 4 January, 2024 at 08:06

Hi, happy new year! At our wedding we would like musicians not sure how it works but we would like either a harp, piano or 4 piece orchestra to play when guest arrive, when I walk down the aisle, I...

Lisa, sunday 14-Jan-24 3 63

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