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Sunset21
Timmy Mallett....well I never knew that
Sunset21, 24 November, 2008 at 13:35

We were just having a discussion about I'm a Celebrity and I was looking up Timmy Mallett, we could decide if he was gay or straight (I still don't know btw). Anyway he's 53, that surprised me, he...

Flowery the Grouch, monday 24-Nov-08 12 3,679
S
Is there a way to get rid of mould on window seals?
SAM83, 24 November, 2008 at 08:33

Because of severe condensation and damp (which has now been sorted) our spare room has green mould on the white plastic bits in the corner of the window. Is there any way I can get rid of it? Thanks ...

tahdah, monday 24-Nov-08 9 662
princess layabout
unfortunate vegetable/clergy story
princess layabout, 23 November, 2008 at 20:13

Have we done this? https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/3330057/Vicar-went-to-hospital-with-potato-stuck-in-bottom.html ETA: I meant "have we done this" as in laughed a lot at this...

LittleStar, monday 24-Nov-08 18 2,636
rrr
Runners/Body Attackers/Gym goers - shoe advice needed for moderate overpronator
rrr, 23 November, 2008 at 18:14

Hi I used to run regularly and had a pair of Asics 1120. I bought these over a year ago and used them up until July time. I recently joined a gym, to get back fitness after failing to get back into...

Iris, sunday 23-Nov-08 6 3,925
RubyBlue
Just William books
RubyBlue, 22 November, 2008 at 17:06

I'm just browsing the Book People for books for the children in my class. I can't remember reading these as a child and they are recommended for children aged 9-12. My class are aged 7-8...are the...

RubyBlue, sunday 23-Nov-08 6 739
Lumpy Golightly
Another recipe question - rocky road?
Lumpy Golightly, 23 November, 2008 at 18:48

If I was making a rocky road type fridge cake, would it be okay to use margarine instead of butter? (Yes, it's for that pesky vegan again - I didn't add to the other thread because I thoiught this...

Orly Bird, sunday 23-Nov-08 11 2,393
bettyb
Allergic reaction to alcohol
bettyb, 23 November, 2008 at 19:04

2 years ago whilst on holiday in Italy I started to have a reaction to wine. Shortly after drinking it I had a sore throat, and my ears and nose felt blocked. This went on for a few weeks after coming...

bettyb, sunday 23-Nov-08 1 568
Orly Bird
Cryptic crosswords
Orly Bird, 22 November, 2008 at 21:56

Am watching a programme on BBC4. I've tried them in the past, and have got totally lost. I never realised how many different ways there are of trying to solve the clue - and what a following they have...

kierenthecommunity, sunday 23-Nov-08 9 1,010
RubyBlue
Japanese sushi places in and around London...
RubyBlue, 22 November, 2008 at 17:15

That aren't Yo Sushi type, but not bank breakingly expensive. I went to Rocca in Charlotte street a few months ago which was fab but we are trying not to splurge and really fancy sushi for tonight....

RubyBlue, sunday 23-Nov-08 6 621
Mal
Over familiar neighbour?
Mal, 22 November, 2008 at 14:06

Or is it just me? My new neighbour rang my doorbell 4 times in a row, banged the letterbox, then rang the doorbell another twice. Next thing, I see her face peering in at me through the window. I...

KJX, saturday 22-Nov-08 11 1,529
Clairy
Have you ever overheard something you shouldn't?
Clairy, 21 November, 2008 at 11:53

And then used that information? ? This was a question posed on the radio this morning and I think it was interesting. When I was 16 I was staying at a friend's sleepover - with about 10 other...

Eric, saturday 22-Nov-08 10 1,435
bettyb
Im a celeb
bettyb, 20 November, 2008 at 20:16

Why oh why have they put fecking Timmy Mallet in there? arrrgghh he is one of the most irritating people I have ever watched on TV. I may have to stop watching it.

Knownowt, friday 21-Nov-08 33 1,888
Sunset21
Andy Scott-Lee and Nicky Graham - seriously?
Sunset21, 21 November, 2008 at 08:44

Did I seriously see an ad on tv for one of the mags stating that these two had got married? Really? I know some of you are old romantics and want these things to last but if it's for real (and after...

Mrs Magic, friday 21-Nov-08 1 1,955
KJX
I have a packet of the best crisps in the world!
KJX, 20 November, 2008 at 13:46

OK, corn snacks if I want to be accurate! http://www.retailbrands.co.uk/our-brands/ellert/peanut-puffs.html I used to love these when my dad was based in Germany. I used to live off crisps like this...

HaloHoney, thursday 20-Nov-08 33 2,639
tahdah
Lavender Heat/Wheat bags
tahdah, 20 November, 2008 at 16:33

Y'know the longish ones you warm in the microwave...or something similar. I've looked in Boots, we don't have a lakeland and not sure where else to try... crabtree & evelyn??? Ta Muchly

Melawen, thursday 20-Nov-08 5 912
July
What does 'placed in administration mean for a company'?
July, 20 November, 2008 at 11:18

I'm completely clueless (= thick) when it comes to this sort of thing. OH old work has went into administration....

July, thursday 20-Nov-08 7 2,306
M
For those who have tiled floors, how do you keep your grout clean?
MrsKitty, 20 November, 2008 at 10:51

We have ceramic tiles in our kitchen and the grout is/was white and impossible to keep clean, it is really getting on my wick. Does anyone have any tips or use any particular products? If we were to...

MrsKitty, thursday 20-Nov-08 6 4,098
Smiley
ghd - are they worth the money or are there good cheaper alternatives
Smiley, 19 November, 2008 at 20:01

My straighteners have decided to break, just in time for for party season, and me getting a short haircut which requires straighteners to avoid looking weird. Anyway, I really want some straighteners...

anjumanji, thursday 20-Nov-08 24 2,972
Iris
Is the Burt reading age test still used?
Iris, 19 November, 2008 at 20:24

Just curious really. I did a home test on my boy (call me a pushy parent if you like) and I wondered whether it was actually still used in the real world.

tea and toast, wednesday 19-Nov-08 13 6,597
Westy
Swallowing a fish bone (been to A&E and ENT clinic) advice please
Westy, 19 November, 2008 at 12:43

On Monday after lovingly preparing MrW a fisherman's pie - he sat down to eat it and within 2 mouthfuls had swallowed a bone. He gagged, was sick, ate bread, drank water etc and it didn't seem to...

Westy, wednesday 19-Nov-08 3 1,826
muffins
how quick can antibiotics work?
muffins, 18 November, 2008 at 20:26

I know it is different in everyone but last week I was given antibiotics for a nasty chest infection, they did hardly anything and I was poorly all week. I went back to the doctors today as I was very...

Wicket, wednesday 19-Nov-08 6 9,065
*Kitty*
"Posh Soap"
*Kitty*, 18 November, 2008 at 20:33

Hi there, Im looking for reccomendations on "Posh Soap" please ? Mum has asked me to get some for my grans christmas, all I can think of is Arran Aromatics and Molton Brown (Who dont do bars of soap)....

Ronypoo, tuesday 18-Nov-08 8 2,400
Clarry-Love
Creditors' Voluntary Liquidation - anyone experienced??
Clarry-Love, 18 November, 2008 at 16:44

Hi there - a long shot I know, but wondering if anyone could help me with the above. My employer is proceeding with a CVL - owing me lots of dosh. I've been asked to submit my full creditor's account...

Carrie74, tuesday 18-Nov-08 4 790
Lumpy Golightly
At what age should a pup leave its mum?
Lumpy Golightly, 13 September, 2008 at 10:37

Is 7 weeks a bit soon? My inlaws have just got a JR and I'm surprised at how young it is.

misskavla, tuesday 18-Nov-08 9 3,295
Emmark
Kitchen Worktop Connecting Strips (Dull)
Emmark, 18 November, 2008 at 09:32

Sorry for the dull post... I am having a new kitchen delivered in December, it's one from Ikea so we will be installing it ourselves. We have received quotes from joiners for fitting the worktop for...

Mwnci, tuesday 18-Nov-08 6 4,274
Flump
Things to do in these dark winter evenings?
Flump, 18 November, 2008 at 14:48

Mr Grumpy works from home and gets a bit house-sick by the time I get home from work. He wants to 'do something' tonight after dinner that involves getting out of the house, but I don't want to go to...

SophieM, tuesday 18-Nov-08 34 3,959
Fenella Fudge
Booths Supermarket-is it like Waitrose?
Fenella Fudge, 1 November, 2008 at 19:04

I keep hearing the adverts on the radio...I must admit I automatically think they are advertising Boots rather than Booths but I just wondered what type of shop it is? Is it like Waitrose? Might take...

Nichola80, tuesday 18-Nov-08 17 4,442
R
Husband had an odd letter from police. WWYD?
RachelHS, 18 November, 2008 at 10:02

My husband had a letter from the police yesterday, telling him that his car had been seen in Windsor on the Saturday before last, with a jacket on the back seat. The letter was reminding him not to...

RachelHS, tuesday 18-Nov-08 14 1,727
C
*Sensitive* Marie Stopes Clinic
Croyde, 14 November, 2008 at 07:05

Does anyone have any experience of going to one of these clinics? I didn't want to post of BT about it for obvious reasons but wanted to hear if anyone had any experiences good or bad - you can PM me...

hotdogs1979, tuesday 18-Nov-08 25 14,966
Peaches
Has anyone ever ordered their Christmas Dinner from M&S?
Peaches, 17 November, 2008 at 18:57

My SIL did this last year and raved about it. The last thing we all need this year is added stress, and it was a thought that we could have Christmas at my brother's house this year, rather than at...

DebbieD, monday 17-Nov-08 3 4,680
cornflake girl
getting rid of clutter - cards
cornflake girl, 16 November, 2008 at 14:44

Another one of my clutter related posts. I've been having a clear out of some file boxes and I think I've been quite ruthless this time. However, what has gone back into the boxes for the moment is...

Champagne, sunday 16-Nov-08 15 1,296
Gone With The Whinge
pretty shoes for wide feet? Do they exist?!
Gone With The Whinge, 15 November, 2008 at 11:29

My present from H this year is going to be a pair of lovely going out shoes. I'm in need of a spot of help as to where to look, as I'll only have one shopping trip when we go to buy. I need: - a heel,...

GailW, sunday 16-Nov-08 17 7,206

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