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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 2,396
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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 4,569
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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-19 465
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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 4,834
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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 1,525
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 32,009
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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 1,451
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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 12,469
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 7,965
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 4,541
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 1,575
*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 20,120
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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 7,130
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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-18 437
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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 1,795
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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 1,825
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 6,405
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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 2,211
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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-17 389
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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 1,793
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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 2 587
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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 1,170
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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 1,382
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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 2 989
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 5,968
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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 1,083
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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 2,358
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 1,683 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 1,712
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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 2,233
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 1,665
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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 1,014

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