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Hi all I've been suffering from hiccups for the last three hours. Nothing will cure these blinking things. I've tried holding my breath. Drinking upside down. Holding my tongue. Any other...

We are set to move into our bungalow in a couple of weeks, but one thing that still bugs me is that when you walk in the door it smells fusty and a bit like smelly dog. There are no damp issues, it...

Sorry for the boring and slightly stupid post but how do you tell a cold and hay fever apart and can you suddenly get hay fever if you've never suffered before? I had a cold last week (pretty sure it...

We are going to the Hand and Flowers for dinner on Friday so I Googled today to see if they had a dress code....a bit late I know. On the first page is your post from a couple of years ago asking the...

Has anyone any experience with an acne gell called Duac? For the past few months I have been suffering really badly with my skin on my face, all mainly on one side as well. Anyway I've finally been to...

H and I have decided to tie together seeing his dad in Warsaw and going on a mini break holiday. We would fly to Warsaw, have a few days of rest since flying will knock me for six, then drive in H's...

Someone was telling me about some kind of spray on thing that you put on your legs if (like me) you have legs so white they have a tinge of blue to them - but hate fake tan or wearing tights (not a...

Hi Everyone, I am currently studying a BA degree in Event Management at University of Gloucestershire. My dissertation topic is 'A study on the progression of weddings: How has modern culture changed...

My H and I eat far too much meat and dairy. Last weekend H came up with the idea that we should try a vegan diet for a week for a bit of a challenge and to try some foods and recipes we perhaps...

Hi all! Just wondering if any of you had heard of/used these? I'm trying to grow out my bob length hair and would like to use these as a way of giving me some length. Any advice welcome

Not sure if anyone remembers my post from 3 weeks ago, about going to the doctors and being an unhealthy weight etc?? Well being as stubborn as I am it spurred me on to do something about it, so I...

OH and I are watching a cooking programme and discussing the weirdest food we've ever eaten. The weirdest thing I've ever eaten are oysters or frogs legs but I'm not even sure they're classed as...

Is anyone else watching My Mad Fat Diary? Watching it sat on the sofa drinking wine and eating Lindt chocolate balls. Glad l cancelled my wedding dress fitting for tomorrow!

I recently did a post on Liz Earle Hot Polish Cleanser. I've only given it a week, and I like to believe that it's getting better. But after going to a dermatologist today, she said I have mild Acne...

My whites are mingy and grey. I always separate loads, but they just don't stay nice for long. I've tried oxy white stuff in with my washing powder but it's made no difference. Any other tips? I...

After nearly loosing all hope with my skin, I bought Liz Earle Hot Polish Cleanser on a whim. I've heard great things, and the product itself is quite lovely. I've basically been having red bumps and...

Our lovely Twiga is once again in hospital, surrounded by (I quote) 'relentless-asos-shopping-fools' (Best Insult Ever). Hopefully, she will be back on her feet again soon, so let's put a smile on her...

Hi I don't know if anyone will actually have any words of wisdom for me but I'm desperate for some advice/comfort. I went to my first dress fitting today - it took me 4 months so find this dress (13...

You know the Dental plan schemes through work? Pay a tenner a motnh or so and it covers your appointments and hygienists and any emergency treatment etc? Is this even worth it now most dentists do...

Please? Been to doctors this morning for pill check (used to be on cilest) and they won't repeat the prescription because I've put on weight and bmi is way too high (above 35) so desperately need to...

I had a fixed brace on my top teeth when I was young. As an adult, my wisdom teeth came through and pushed my lower teeth together, making some overlap. I've been having problems with one tooth,...

I think i've found my dream house: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-23787150.html On a more serious note, i love this game. Pick a dream house within 10 miles of where you...

Help! In the space of about 6 hours my hands have gone from normal to huuuuuge. I've never had swollen hands before. Should I be concerned? Any tips to make them go down? I've taken my wedding ring...

Hey everyone, I need a little bit of help, I'm planning a family get together. There will be people of all ages there. Has any one got any ideas for games we can play. Anything ideas would be...

I know some people where talking about doing it (i hijacked the thread) so just wanted to see who had started? Ive just completed my first run today! I know its not far and there is still a long way...

Job? House? Where will you live? Money is no object. I would have a mahoosive farmhouse in a small village with lovely school. We would have enough money for H to set up his own business building...

As it is just boyo and I we rarely have a proper roast dinner at home as in the past we always make far too much ( I say we I mean him, all I do is peel and chop as instructed) So as a sort of...

Hi I'm hoping someone will be able to give me some advice. Ive been suffering with dry eyes for nearly a year now. I used to wear contact lenses and now can only tolerate them for an hour or so. My...

Has anyone ever done the above? I've just put together a huge bundle of documents to go off to the underwriters, who are processing H's porting application. Sick with nerves that something will go...

Did anyone watch the dog food programme on TV last week? What are your views on it all? I feed Chip Natural Instinct raw food diet but my vet seems a bit against it and on his recent health check...