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Emsy Truff
Regional Words and their meaning
Emsy Truff, 23 September, 2008 at 15:09

This morning I was giving directions to a colleague and she was most confused when I told her to "take the third exit at the island and then turn left when you get to the outdoor" she didn;t know what...

Waqas, wednesday 15-Jan-25 101 9,948
ATB
Do you have a dress code/uniform for work?
ATB, 6 September, 2011 at 15:40

When working part time in a department store and supermarket as a student I wore a uniform, in my "grown up" full time jobs I've either been required to wear business dress or worked in a no dress...

Waleed, tuesday 14-Jan-25 136 9,127
Storky
Clothes and jobs and stuff...
Storky, 13 February, 2013 at 10:15

Ladies and the Funkstah, thank you very much for your vibes! You rock! Exciting new challenge secured for me, as of the beginning of March, but it does mean I need to do some serious shopping. Where's...

Waleed, tuesday 14-Jan-25 34 3,265
B
Will long-term usage of computer cause cross-eyed?
Beatrice108, 14 June, 2012 at 09:07

I am a graphic design. Everyday I spend long hours staring into the computer screen. Now after many months, my eyes are starting to feel strained easily and it feels 'tighten'. I do not have...

Waleed, monday 13-Jan-25 3 955
Naboo
Any one a bit medical or good with burns??? help please
Naboo, 5 May, 2011 at 12:08

Bit of an odd request but I had a bit of a candle accident and burnt my face, its healing but the skin is still red and a bit dry so hard to cover, does anyone have any tips on thins to help...

Amelia_Moore, sunday 12-Jan-25 4 7,291
Katchoo
Herbal remedies - useful or quackery?
Katchoo, 21 April, 2009 at 11:14

I'm just interested in opinions really. I've never really been paid much attention to alternative medicines, but recently I've had problems with stress and high blood pressure, and was really unhappy...

Madison, saturday 11-Jan-25 19 2,224
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80's Hen do costume help *flash*
, 23 February, 2014 at 16:41

I was thinking of a Madonna bride style but the costumes are a bit too skimpy for me. So I'm thinking a longer tule tutu skirt with lace 3/4 length lace Leggins, lace gloves, big bow on the top of my...

Waleed, wednesday 8-Jan-25 22 2,128
Elixia
Random Tax Code Change?
Elixia, 20 August, 2014 at 11:14

Just looked at my payslip and I've been taxed an extra £7 for the fortnight, I looked at the tax code and its changed since my last one last fortnight. I've heard nothing from HMRC and work doesn't...

Ronald, saturday 4-Jan-25 10 2,310
Vee Tee
Asthma sufferers/steroids
Vee Tee, 28 March, 2012 at 17:58

Does anyone suffer from quite bad asthma? My Oh does, and the poor lad was wheezing so badly at work yesterday that he had to call the doctor and make an appt with the asthma nurse for that day and...

Mukul, friday 3-Jan-25 25 3,917
J
Hall for retirement party for 200 people
Jolaade, 26 December, 2024 at 16:33

Retirement party

Jason022, wednesday 1-Jan-25 2 27
hazel
Anyone done CIPR diploma?
hazel, 5 August, 2009 at 16:26

Am looking to beef up my skills and formal comms qualifications - I have science qualifications and experience of communicating science but no formal qualifications on that side. Has anyone done the...

Lorena, wednesday 1-Jan-25 13 3,570
Sunset21
Does anyone have an 'L' shaped corner sofa?
Sunset21, 30 June, 2008 at 15:45

Where did you get it from? We ordered a lovely one but then realised it was too big for the space so now we're back to looking. I can't see anything I like so far.

Waqas, monday 30-Dec-24 15 1,352
Scottishterrier
dental help
Scottishterrier, 6 August, 2009 at 14:17

This morning i had 15 teeth(all upper and 2 lower) removed and a new plate put in. when i woke up they told me all had gone well and to go back to my regular dentist in 2 days for a check over. have...

Waqas, monday 30-Dec-24 10 723
jelly baby
Cleaning laminate flooring
jelly baby, 13 August, 2008 at 12:19

How do you clean your laminate floor ? I keep seeing loads of "miracle" items such as special cloths, mops etc. So what do you use or what can you recommend ? Oh yes - I have a very exciting life ! ...

Ronald, sunday 29-Dec-24 9 548
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The Adult Channel
, 27 February, 2012 at 14:48

We had friends round last night and started discussing what time we go to bed and go onto the fact that my H stays up late on his own most nights as I go to bed earlier than him. Our friends joked...

Waqas, friday 27-Dec-24 12 1,041
*Ducky*
Your first car (and car bump/scrape)
*Ducky*, 4 December, 2012 at 11:49

My first car was this: It was soooo uncool. I came home from sixth form one day and my Mum had bought it for me as 'it only had 26,000 miles on the clock' and then proceeeded to tell me how much I...

Waqas, friday 27-Dec-24 62 12,678
K
Engagement Party
Katherine, 7 November, 2024 at 16:21

My partner and I have been together for 10 years, and we got engaged this weekend. Everyone has asked if there will be an engagement party. It sounds lovely but… I didn’t know they were a thing. What...

Harrison84, wednesday 25-Dec-24 14 484
Allen&Jess
Second guessing
Allen&Jess, 7 August, 2024 at 21:09

Hey Has anyone else got a but deflated once you have booked everything then in turn second guessing the actual cost of everything when you start adding things up? I don't know what to do and feel...

Waqas, tuesday 24-Dec-24 8 260
Mrs C
Homebuyers Survey
Mrs C, 2 July, 2012 at 14:48

I know, I know, another boring house question!! I know that the mortgage company will do a valuation survey on a house, but did you have a separate homebuyers survey or buildings survey completed? I...

Avery, sunday 22-Dec-24 14 1,901
P
help please - polish on a plasma tv screen.. it won't come off
peanut, 19 June, 2009 at 10:49

OMG.. I've just dusted the tv from the finger print splodges of my eldest and there must have been polish on the cloth and its smeared on the screen.. it won't come off.. I've found the wee blue...

IrvinBurger, thursday 19-Dec-24 6 12,601
*ginni of the lamp*
Camping food help - what to cook with only one ring?
*ginni of the lamp*, 11 July, 2008 at 18:23

We're going camping next weekend, for a week. I haven't camped for many years and suddenly I'm in charge of camp catering for four. What can I cook, since I have only one ring. The boychild is...

Waqas, wednesday 18-Dec-24 34 4,381
L
converting back garden to parking space - building regs?
LittlePeanut, 30 August, 2009 at 12:39

Hi, we live on a corner plot and have a small garage at the back of the house BUT no dropped kerb to it and a lamp post almost in front of it (!). We know we could pay to get the kerb dropped and even...

Waqas, wednesday 18-Dec-24 13 27,076
M
When should I get a Botox?
MaryRoberts, 23 August, 2019 at 09:29

Just want to know your opinions on something. So I’m currently seeing some deep sets of wrinkles appearing on my face. My sister then told me that maybe I should get a Botox Wigan treatment from this...

Waqas, monday 16-Dec-24 5 1,396
Kebab thief
Paramol - side effects
Kebab thief, 12 February, 2009 at 08:33

Had a blackout yesterday and fell badly on my arm which has now been hurting for the last 24 hours. MrKT persuaded me to take 2 Paramol tablets this morning as I hardly slept last night because of the...

Ella, tuesday 3-Dec-24 10 1,756
Dani
Why do you prefer sleeping solo? 😴
Dani, 16 September, 2024 at 12:51

Join the survey: Q1) How many nights per week do you and your partner sleep in the same bed/room? 😴 Answer here! Q2) What are the main reasons for sleeping separately from your partner? Answer below!...

They keep me awake

38%

5 votes

They steal the bedding

8%

1 vote

They're too hot/cold

23%

3 votes

Something else (tell us!)

23%

3 votes

Why did you choose ""?

Last vote saturday 30-Nov-24 4 74
R
Postponing wedding
Rosie, 29 November, 2024 at 23:48

Hello, in need of a bit of advice. My partner and I have been together almost 10 years and got engaged 2 years ago. Since getting engaged our relationship has changed and become very up and down; he...

Rosie, friday 29-Nov-24 16
Consuela Banana Hammock
House buyers/sellers/anybody else - quick question if I may
Consuela Banana Hammock, 10 August, 2009 at 16:12

Just had a phonecall from the Estate Agents asking if our prospective buyers can come around and measure up. We agreed a sale with them two weeks ago and the survey has been completed (which we assume...

Brian, monday 25-Nov-24 12 5,059
*Ducky*
If I like Mulberry handbags...
*Ducky*, 3 September, 2013 at 14:46

What other brands/shops/designers might I like? I have 3 Mulberrys, but only one I use ALL the time for work. It is a Mitzy Hobo, it's big and I can shove loads in - it is also discontinued. I also...

Emma, saturday 23-Nov-24 36 2,649
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Anyone know any good family party games?
pinkcat31, 30 December, 2008 at 18:52

We're having a small gathering tomorow night, just five adults, 11 year old and a 14 year old and we need some really daft games to play! The sillier the better please cos we need lots of giggles as...

Alishay, monday 18-Nov-24 17 2,413
Fozzy Bear
Car Insurance - 1 car, 2 drivers, both get NCB
Fozzy Bear, 16 June, 2009 at 15:40

Anyone know of a company that offers this type of policy? I've found several that do the joint policy where you both insure a car each with the same company, but what we want to do is trade both our...

Andriy, thursday 14-Nov-24 7 846
E
Buying a House Together Before You're Married/Engaged
ExpensiveBrownDiamonds1257, 5 August, 2015 at 04:38

After talking to my British FI and friends, I've realized there's a big gap between Americans and Brits when it comes to buying a home. It seems like everyone in the UK is very eager to get on the...

Charles, saturday 9-Nov-24 11 5,195
H
Wedding website question
Hayes, 1 March, 2024 at 21:02

Hi, looking to have a page on the website for guests to suggest song choices for the evening celebrations, is this possible, only see the questionnaire section but seems to be only closed questions...

Kihec24, wednesday 6-Nov-24 1 101

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