Skip to main content

Off Topic Posts

Join Group

Wedding planning is fun but sometimes it's good to take a break! Grab a cup of tea and chat to your fellow forum members about anything and everything that isn't wedding planning related.

21,737
members

Discussions

Order by:
Last comment
  • Messages
  • Visits
  • Last comment
  • Date
  • Unanswered
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 7,949
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 4,531
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 1,565
*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 19,879
S
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 7,105
D
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-18 415
B
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 1,784
R
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 1,803
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 6,374
H
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 2,210
B
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-17 387
R
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 1,791
N
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 2 585
H
Wedding lingerie
HappyPurpleBridesmaid760, 16 May, 2017 at 17:47

Can anyone help! I'm finding it really difficult to find pretty/sexy wedding underwear. Has anyone else had this problem and where did you look? I've tried googling and haven't found anything yet ☹️ ...

ExpensiveIvoryConfet, tuesday 8-Aug-17 4 1,168
H
His Family Are Nightmares!!
HappyYellowCakes807, 29 May, 2017 at 14:43

Okay, so I don't know if this is the correct area or not, but I definitely need some advice or at the very least, unbiased opinions. It's an extremely long story, so I won't go in to details unless...

RomanticYellowHair89, tuesday 13-Jun-17 2 1,368
S
Family causing hell
SunnyRedConfetti830, 12 May, 2017 at 07:05

So not sure if this is in the correct area of the forum but needed somewhere to rant! Been with my other half for eight years and getting married this august, I moved 54 miles away from home to were...

HappyPurpleCars799, friday 19-May-17 2 970
LittleSnowflake
Wedding cancelled
LittleSnowflake, 14 May, 2015 at 13:28

Weddings cancelled, I'm not going to become an OM well not just yet. I decided that the guy I'm with isn't the one I want to get married too, and there's health reasons too. I don't have the whole...

Pooba, wednesday 25-Jan-17 36 5,804
L
christmas eve proposal insaid yes
LuxuriousYellowFlowers722, 29 December, 2016 at 21:03

Hello I'm new to all this, and not sure if I'm writing in the right place lol So I'm Christmas eve my partner got down on one knee and asked me to marry him I said yes yay Now I'm so excited I just...

RomanticBrownCakes68, friday 30-Dec-16 1 1,058
M
What's your ultimate pet peeves?~Light hearted!
Mrs-Riley, 18 August, 2016 at 15:09

A little bit of fun - or somewhere for you to have a rant! What are your ultimate pet peeves? What really grinds your gears/gets your goat/ticks you off/gets on your tits?! ? My husband tells me all...

RomanticIvoryBridesm, thursday 25-Aug-16 13 2,352
AnnaBanana
Different chopping boards for meat & veg?
AnnaBanana, 29 July, 2009 at 10:32

One for the scientists - is it really necessary to use different chopping boards to avoid cross contamination? I do, mainly because when I was a student I was working in a restaurant and it was part...

Jayne E, friday 5-Aug-16 16 6,578
DorisNabors
Parent golden anniversary gift?
DorisNabors, 22 July, 2016 at 15:22

Looking for ideas for the golden anniversary of my parents - huge win win for them They are amazing couple - still hugging and kissing after so many years. My mom is 69 and my dad is 71. So I want to...

DorisNabors, friday 29-Jul-16 2 1,672 1
k.j.w
Missing an interview?
k.j.w, 13 May, 2016 at 23:03

At work we were due to interview someone today for an entry level job. Now they had already postponed it due to a family bereavement from last tuesday 3rd to today 13th. She then emailed HR this...

LalaC1988, sunday 15-May-16 3 1,711
L
Being blunt: Have you ever had to poo at work?
LuxuriousGreenCars539, 20 April, 2016 at 16:40

Here's a random one for a Wednesday afternoon. I have been meaning to sign up to this for a while and thought an 'anonymous' message board was perfect to answer a question that came up at the pub at...

LalaC1988, tuesday 10-May-16 7 2,215
Lapland2015
Forest of Dean
Lapland2015, 4 February, 2016 at 15:06

Im so excited!! My lovely lovely employees have all clubbed together to send me and my husband (feels so odd saying that!) four nights in the Forest of Dean. I have never been before so any...

pixo, sunday 14-Feb-16 6 1,638
S
Bridesmaids in second weddings
SunnyIvoryHair353, 25 January, 2016 at 21:03

Hi, I am a second time bride to be in 2017. We have 5 children between us - 3 boys, 2 girls. I want an informal non traditional wedding party. My girls will wear nice dresses. I have 6 very good...

rach_217, wednesday 27-Jan-16 3 994
B
rubbish birthday :-(
, 28 December, 2015 at 00:08

Not sure why I am surprised, it's a big birthday tomorrow and no one has planned anything at all. My MOH is being really awkward about it too as she now wants to drive (100% not preggo) so I will be...

bliss_balloons, wednesday 30-Dec-15 13 2,090
pink & glitz
Feeling let down by my husband
pink & glitz, 19 November, 2015 at 16:18

Hi ladies I need to vent somewhere and to get your advice. Today I was on my phone as usual and happened to notice the history of sites that have been looked at. My husband and I both have I Phones...

MadamRed, saturday 5-Dec-15 13 2,836
daisymoo86
I daren't ask for a payrise :(
daisymoo86, 17 September, 2015 at 16:39

I earn a fairly low wage (£16k). Its not appalling by any means, I am just finding it tough saving for the wedding, the honeymoon and having a life in the meantime. I work in the legal sector and have...

MrsShep, wednesday 18-Nov-15 29 3,493
Jayne E
what about some inappropriate first dance songs?
Jayne E, 11 November, 2015 at 20:47

D.I.V.O.R.C.E. Will you still love me tomorrow. What else?

bliss_balloons, wednesday 18-Nov-15 14 2,664
P
Joint bank accounts
Pooba, 9 November, 2015 at 17:47

Forgive if you think too personal, but was wondering how many people have/got a joint bank account before/after marrying? We've always kept ours separate - he's self employed so it made sense to keep...

BriertonBride, monday 16-Nov-15 18 2,632
C
Alternative advent calendar - ideas for contents?
celticcurl, 26 October, 2015 at 11:20

I've decided to create a fun alternative to an advent calendar for my OH. I'm going to get 24 treats and number them and scatter them around the house so each day OH has to find the correct number....

celticcurl, sunday 1-Nov-15 9 9,675
B
Arsehole Neighbours!!!!! Advice neede
, 1 October, 2015 at 22:02

So we bought our dream house earlier this year... Big house on a lovely road. We are the youngest couple on the street by at least 20 years. The road has no parking restrictions or permits it is just...

MrsRees2B, wednesday 28-Oct-15 19 6,104

General groups

Hitched article topics