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Pittabre
Anyone use 'webuyanycar.com'?
Pittabre, 29 September, 2013 at 08:45

What was the deal like you got from them?

Hassan, friday 3-Feb-23 13 4,062
Sunset21
average cost of house move - £10k?
Sunset21, 7 April, 2009 at 12:25

I read/heard this somewhere and wondered how true it was. If we're serious about moving we need some idea of how much to budget for solicitors fees, conveyancing, removals etc. - anyone care to tell...

DuncanP, thursday 26-Jan-23 13 1,108
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Overeating
, 19 February, 2013 at 22:30

Hi, my name is Jo and I'm an overeater. A horrible, horrible FAT overeater. If it wasn't for the fact I have a bad throat this evening, I'd be eating loads despite the fact I have had three square...

Virginia, wednesday 28-Dec-22 37 2,933
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taking someone to court who lives abroad, is it possible?
anna belle, 6 February, 2009 at 15:06

I posted on here little while ago that my landlord stopped paying his mortgage many months ago. We didn't know this till a few days ago when we got a letter saying there was a possession order on the...

James, tuesday 6-Dec-22 8 12,163
Mrs Magic
(Christian) Domestic Discipline (sens re abuse?)
Mrs Magic, 23 April, 2009 at 13:33

Has anyone heard of this? What is your take? After googling a comment from a US user on another forum earlier, I was disturbed by some of the returned results. I've spent much of the morning reading...

Eric, tuesday 6-Dec-22 53 29,378
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Is this really expensive for takeaway chinese?
Hitcher, 7 November, 2008 at 22:07

Got chinese tonight, only have their number, no menu and they haveno website so cant check prices. 1 x special fried rice 1x chicken black bean 2 x chips TOTAL - 17.10! Is it just me but is this not...

Kieran, wednesday 30-Nov-22 23 2,734
mEVY Christmas !
Christmas Movies that make you cry
mEVY Christmas !, 6 December, 2008 at 14:44

I've just watched on Movies 24 a film called The Christmas Visitor. ☹️ I've bawled my eyes out and had a good nasal clearout, fabulous! So whats the Christmas movie that reduces you to a blubbering...

Ann, monday 14-Nov-22 37 3,372
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pyjama wearers - pants or commando?
bobbly1, 20 October, 2008 at 19:06

I have ALWAYS worn nighties, but after 42 years have succumbed to purchasing 2 pairs of pj's (well they were reduced to £5 in the sale!) Now, as a virgin pyjamas wearer, I have a very silly question...

Olena, monday 24-Oct-22 23 1,825
Peaches
Old TV Shows
Peaches, 4 September, 2008 at 21:52

As well as Z Cars, what do you remember watching in your youth? I've got the Crossroads theme running through my head right now, even though I didn't like it (the daughter used to spook me) And TOTP...

Odessa, sunday 23-Oct-22 16 1,010
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2024 bride group on Facebook!!
Sherralee, 26 September, 2022 at 22:00

For anyone wanting a group for 2024 brides and grooms. I found one! Lots of tips and advice and lovely people on there!! https://www.facebook.com/groups/8407902012585298/?ref=share&fs=e&s=cl...

Sherralee, monday 26-Sep-22 119
Rhian
Gretna Green, just the two of us
Rhian, 22 April, 2022 at 09:11

Hi, I’m new here, this is my first post. My OH and I have been together just over 2 years and we’ve been talking of getting married in the next year. I’ve been married before, and neither of us want a...

LAura, monday 19-Sep-22 13 1,103 1
pink & glitz
any IBS sufferers?
pink & glitz, 23 April, 2014 at 20:59

OMG! I could not wait to get home from work due to the pains in my stomach. I have started eliminating what foods are good/bad for me. How do you cope with this? Do you also get a feeling that you...

Ethanbrody, sunday 4-Sep-22 18 3,551
Katchoo
Online pet pharmacy rec?
Katchoo, 22 April, 2009 at 15:40

Our cat has just been diagnosed with an overactive thyroid and high BP. She needs to take a combination of 2 tablets for the rest of her days. The vet has told us it's going to cost £55 a month, but a...

Kenneth, wednesday 31-Aug-22 8 468
squirel
new look shoe sizing
squirel, 11 November, 2008 at 16:59

I want to order a pair of boots from new look ! Am usually between size 5 and 6 ! do you know if they size small or big?

Sophia, monday 29-Aug-22 2 5,374
SophieM
Slightly strange Q for those who know Soho well or are not at work
SophieM, 17 June, 2009 at 12:11

Where can I find a hooker? ? Seriously, my sister is out here doing some research for her new book and she needs to see the seamy side of Soho. I know I've seen some of those "Model Upstairs"-type...

Mispriyagupta, friday 19-Aug-22 16 7,449
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Kitchen design
HappyPinkDecor4440, 27 November, 2019 at 14:16

Hello everyone! I hope You’re having a good day! I am writing in purpose to hear Your thoughts and experiences about kitchen design. In that order I’ve prepared a short survey (approximately 1 minute)...

Ashley, wednesday 3-Aug-22 618
Mrs Winkle
TMI alert - bikini line wax, blisters?
Mrs Winkle, 9 May, 2009 at 16:52

I've had my bikini line waxed this afternoon. It was done at a highly recommended beauticians, and actually she was great and it hurt far less than previous ones I've had. I've now got some little...

Sana, tuesday 2-Aug-22 16 9,689
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NVQ vs ASET / GOAL / other distance learning qualifications. What do employers think?
Mrs Roo, 15 October, 2008 at 15:13

Does anyone know how distance learning qualifications are valued by employers? I'm looking at making a total career change, and in adverts for posts similar to what I want to do (Family Outreach...

Charles, friday 29-Jul-22 1 533
Ms T
Landlords...prospective tenants pulling out at the last minute
Ms T, 3 December, 2008 at 11:03

In the last three weeks we have accepted two offers from prospective tenants and both have fallen through at the last minute after they have been referenced checked. The letting agents have said it's...

Harry, saturday 16-Jul-22 6 2,218
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Ideal Gift for a newly wed
SunnyGreenFlowers81256, 20 January, 2020 at 00:02

Hi can you make a comment of what are the best option gift that you want to received as a newly wed been thinking about it is it ok to have a Himalayan rock salts as a Gift i'm on a tight budget right...

Finn, wednesday 29-Jun-22 2 1,535
Iris
Question for primary teachers- RM maths
Iris, 22 April, 2009 at 20:48

Evening. Does anyone know anything about RM maths? My son uses it at school and he loves it, he's always telling me about it. I can't find out much about it online. He thinks he's on level 3 and that...

Lominck, tuesday 28-Jun-22 2 938
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Is it safe to travel Italy?
HappyRedStationery5420, 19 June, 2020 at 09:15

Is it safe to travel to Italy in next 2 months as we wish to spend some good time before Summer ends

Shannan, tuesday 21-Jun-22 4 638
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Banks - paying in coins
allthatglitters, 20 August, 2008 at 12:37

Someone just told me banks now only accept 2 properly sorted bags of coins now to pay in, is this right? I don't want to send H up the bank with my piggy bank money if they won't accept it! It's all...

Daniel, sunday 19-Jun-22 22 3,552
Rizzo
Rhymes You Used To Decide Who Was 'It' At School....
Rizzo, 25 July, 2011 at 20:58

We mainly used: 'Ip dip dog ***, you are not it' and 'There's a party on the hill would you like to come? *whoever the finger landed on would say yes* Bring your own cup and saucer and your own cream...

- -, monday 6-Jun-22 25 25,928
monkey fingers
Our Turkish toyboys
monkey fingers, 9 December, 2008 at 22:15

Anyone else watching? My favourite bit so far, holding up a see through white mini, and skimpy top, "I love this, it's good for holiday and not at all slutty" beforehand, she had showed the black...

Donna, saturday 14-May-22 30 7,517
HatTrick
Oxo cube and gravy granule munchers...
HatTrick, 13 January, 2012 at 22:09

I have tried both of these delicacies tonight and they are just wrong! ? Were you having me on or do you really eat that shizzle?

you mum, saturday 9-Apr-22 36 4,185
MrsMcB2B
Completely un-cheesy readings for wedding ceremony (X Posted)
MrsMcB2B, 14 August, 2009 at 19:36

I need help! My man doesn't want any readings other than the legal minimum for our wedding ceremony. He's not in the slightest bit sentimental and doesn't want any hint of fluff. Now I don't want...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 30 125,341
flissy666
How high are you meant to pull up tights?
flissy666, 18 April, 2009 at 09:21

As above really! What on earth are you meant to do with all the spare fabric at the top? I'd been pulling the waistband right up and under my boobs, in some sort of attempt to fashion the magic...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 14 12,167
Smiley
What are peoples reasons for renewing wedding vows?
Smiley, 22 August, 2008 at 22:36

I am intrigued by this. Why do people renew their wedding vows? I mean for what reason? Is it for being married a certain length of time, or if their marriage has nearly broken down, to try and...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 19 3,522
Hugo Brambles
Weight loss Surgery Advise
Hugo Brambles, 16 August, 2008 at 13:44

Has anyone had actual surgery to loose weight ie gastric band or the like? I'm just after any good or bad experiences of it and if it was private, a ball park figure as to how much cost we are...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 9 1,388
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Bikini wax when you have your period - grim, yes?
, 29 May, 2009 at 10:03

I have a wax booked for 12pm (Brazilian) but I just got my period. I'm not unhappy about it as it is cycle day 80 so woo hoo! Obviously I had no idea it was due hence booking the wax. I'm going to...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 23 45,855
*Funky*
Otter Christmas Poem 2013
*Funky*, 22 December, 2013 at 20:30

‘Twas the night before Christmas and among all the stars, Was a gathering of otters they filled all the bars, The hour was late they should all be asleep But happy hour at the Slug and Lettuce meant...

Faruk, sunday 20-Mar-22 38 3,317

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