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I have inherited, in our new garden a few fruit bushes, raspberry, redcurrant and gooseberry. They are all full of fruit but I don't know how to tell if the gooseberries are ripe or not. I'd say they...
On the news it's said he has had a cardiac arrest & in a bad way. ETA: 00.40 Just woke to the news he died.
Aaargh, have properly left this til the last minute. Going to ordination of very good friend at St Paul's Cathedral this afternoon, followed by outdoor reception. It not being the kind of thing I go...
Sadly passed away http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8118426.stm
I am strapped for cash and NY bound this summer. NOT a good combination!! Whilst hunting down a particular necklace last week in my jewellery box, i came across the diamond and sapphire engagement...
Hi all, as above, really... The options I've got in mind are: 1. Try and kit out our house as much as we can for that money, such as bathroom cabinets, the double bed we've been wanting for the guest...
My sister and I still quote this ad a fair bit - the catch phrase "you don't say!" has really stuck with us. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpswiH_Vkes Any ads that have stuck with you?
What a joke! I've just weighed out my 35g and i realise i feed my niece more than that! And she's 3!! It's about 15 frosties! Needless to say i promptly turned the scales off! I wold starve on 35g!!!...
This probably going to sound silly so apologies in advance. I watched this film the other day and it had this fantastic love story in, really touching. I'm now reading the book, which is the wrong...
We are considering a lab pup but have read that they are like 'crocodiles' for a good few weeks/months. Is this your experience? How did you cope with it?
MIL made a cheesecake a couple of months ago, it was supposed to be low fat, she didn't have any quark but found some camembert on offer in ASDA and used that instead. Now I have to say that it tasted...
As it's sunday and I can't get to the docs until tomorrow can someone tell me what this rash is? I had it (not as bad) 2 weeks ago, was prescribed antihistamines and it all but went away. Today I...
Hiya we're flying on an internal uk flight on tuesday and i've just been checking on the hand luggage requirements. we have a small trolley case but it's 3cm taller than their limit, although all...
We have an old vincent bach trumpet which my husband hasnt used for years and due to moving house we want to donate it somewhere. We tried 3 local charity shops who wouldnt take it nor would 2 local...
What say Hitched at 8.30am...should I wait until 9ish? Where has my decisiveness gone ?
I've just placed my first order with Next online. The order completed without giving me the option to put my credit card details in. I then recieved a confirmation email stating that they have given...
Just on the off chance that anyone knows... picked my flowers, soaked em for 3 (nearly 4) days as per recipe. stirred daily. just went to rescue them for the boiling and adding sugar bit and there was...
Has anyone does this? if so, is there a company you recommend? My friend has just been given the all clear, she has been having treatment for cancer, I am so happy. I want to send her a little...
After 27 years of having the same favourite joke I realised today it's just not doing it for me anymore and I need a new one. Would you share yours before I run the risk of becoming an utter joy...
Apologies for the anon, but I don't want anyone who could know me and recognise what I'm about to ask to know my usual log-in. Hitched is my sanctuary sometimes and I've had serious grief before when...
My daughter is being christened in a few weeks (that makes me feel old just writing that !) and - twee as it is - I want to have pink champagne for a toast afterwards. I was wondering if anyone has...
I have a couple of questions...
The white chocolate buttons with hundreds and thousands on the top. I've just seen a packed called Jazzles but I'm sure they were called something else when we were kids. Anyone have any ideas?
Hi all, Jist of it is, it's H's 30th birthday on Friday, and we're planning to hold a bbq for him on Saturday. We have about £20-50 to spend on it, which means it's going to be a Bring-your-own bbq...
As per the title really. All part of the Big 3-0 shenanigans, I'm going to attempt making a big cake for the first time in my life, and although I'd love the idea of making my own sugar paste, I've...
Is it really that easy? I've booked it but wasn't asked for age details or anything, and had to give no card or anything when booking.... I'm not used to booking things like this without even a...
I've overestimated the amount of risotto rice again and have a mountain of creamy, buttery, herby chicken and mushroom risotto. Hubby is away and the kids and I have eaten enough but half is left. I...
I posted a few days ago saying I am preparing a suprise party for my parent's 30th anniv, and we've got about 20-25 people coming. the buffet will be mainly breads, cheese, cold cuts, salad, pate and...
I live in a semi and need to hoover the house - do you think its too late now? (she says kind of hopefully)
H went to play 9 holes with his friend this afternoon, teeing of at about 1.30pm. I thought he said he'd be done by 3.30pm, but he's still not home & no word. He gets into a right strop if I send...
I am going this afternoon and am terrified - i really dont know why - i think it is just intimidation - it cant be as scarey as having to wear a swimming costume can it? bleuuurgh - i have pre major...
