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Sunset21
average cost of house move - £10k?
Sunset21, 7 April, 2009 at 12:25

I read/heard this somewhere and wondered how true it was. If we're serious about moving we need some idea of how much to budget for solicitors fees, conveyancing, removals etc. - anyone care to tell...

DuncanP, thursday 26-Jan-23 13 1,100
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Overeating
, 19 February, 2013 at 22:30

Hi, my name is Jo and I'm an overeater. A horrible, horrible FAT overeater. If it wasn't for the fact I have a bad throat this evening, I'd be eating loads despite the fact I have had three square...

Virginia, wednesday 28-Dec-22 37 2,911
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taking someone to court who lives abroad, is it possible?
anna belle, 6 February, 2009 at 15:06

I posted on here little while ago that my landlord stopped paying his mortgage many months ago. We didn't know this till a few days ago when we got a letter saying there was a possession order on the...

James, tuesday 6-Dec-22 8 12,114
Mrs Magic
(Christian) Domestic Discipline (sens re abuse?)
Mrs Magic, 23 April, 2009 at 13:33

Has anyone heard of this? What is your take? After googling a comment from a US user on another forum earlier, I was disturbed by some of the returned results. I've spent much of the morning reading...

Eric, tuesday 6-Dec-22 53 25,895
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Is this really expensive for takeaway chinese?
Hitcher, 7 November, 2008 at 22:07

Got chinese tonight, only have their number, no menu and they haveno website so cant check prices. 1 x special fried rice 1x chicken black bean 2 x chips TOTAL - 17.10! Is it just me but is this not...

Kieran, wednesday 30-Nov-22 23 2,706
ashlil
SW stir fry Sauce ideas??
ashlil, 7 February, 2012 at 11:20

Hi guys, we've got stir fry tonight and normally use an "amoy sauce" anyone got any ideas what to have instead more sw friendly? thanks

Daron, tuesday 29-Nov-22 5 25,446
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Anyone had LED teeth whitening?
, 24 July, 2013 at 15:44

I'm considering it... has anyone experienced it? Does it hurt and is it worth the money and how do you know if you are seeing someone reputable?

Dr., friday 18-Nov-22 14 1,373
mEVY Christmas !
Christmas Movies that make you cry
mEVY Christmas !, 6 December, 2008 at 14:44

I've just watched on Movies 24 a film called The Christmas Visitor. ☹️ I've bawled my eyes out and had a good nasal clearout, fabulous! So whats the Christmas movie that reduces you to a blubbering...

Ann, monday 14-Nov-22 37 3,351
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pyjama wearers - pants or commando?
bobbly1, 20 October, 2008 at 19:06

I have ALWAYS worn nighties, but after 42 years have succumbed to purchasing 2 pairs of pj's (well they were reduced to £5 in the sale!) Now, as a virgin pyjamas wearer, I have a very silly question...

Olena, monday 24-Oct-22 23 1,676
Peaches
Old TV Shows
Peaches, 4 September, 2008 at 21:52

As well as Z Cars, what do you remember watching in your youth? I've got the Crossroads theme running through my head right now, even though I didn't like it (the daughter used to spook me) And TOTP...

Odessa, sunday 23-Oct-22 16 992
RuthG
On a normal driving licence, what is the largest size vehicle I can drive?
RuthG, 26 March, 2009 at 18:26

I think I'm right in thinking anything up to 3500kg, but i don't know what size van that equates to, any ideas?

Cooper, thursday 29-Sep-22 5 8,033
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tell me about tramadol?
, 16 June, 2008 at 22:52

anybody taken this before? what effect will it have on me and more importantly will it make me even more bunged up than i already am? mr p says it will space me out,but im afraid of being all...

OliviaS, tuesday 27-Sep-22 14 986
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2024 bride group on Facebook!!
Sherralee, 26 September, 2022 at 22:00

For anyone wanting a group for 2024 brides and grooms. I found one! Lots of tips and advice and lovely people on there!! https://www.facebook.com/groups/8407902012585298/?ref=share&fs=e&s=cl...

Sherralee, monday 26-Sep-22 64
Rhian
Gretna Green, just the two of us
Rhian, 22 April, 2022 at 09:11

Hi, I’m new here, this is my first post. My OH and I have been together just over 2 years and we’ve been talking of getting married in the next year. I’ve been married before, and neither of us want a...

LAura, monday 19-Sep-22 13 529 1
pink & glitz
any IBS sufferers?
pink & glitz, 23 April, 2014 at 20:59

OMG! I could not wait to get home from work due to the pains in my stomach. I have started eliminating what foods are good/bad for me. How do you cope with this? Do you also get a feeling that you...

Ethanbrody, sunday 4-Sep-22 18 3,528
Katchoo
Online pet pharmacy rec?
Katchoo, 22 April, 2009 at 15:40

Our cat has just been diagnosed with an overactive thyroid and high BP. She needs to take a combination of 2 tablets for the rest of her days. The vet has told us it's going to cost £55 a month, but a...

Kenneth, wednesday 31-Aug-22 8 458
squirel
new look shoe sizing
squirel, 11 November, 2008 at 16:59

I want to order a pair of boots from new look ! Am usually between size 5 and 6 ! do you know if they size small or big?

Sophia, monday 29-Aug-22 2 5,276
SophieM
Slightly strange Q for those who know Soho well or are not at work
SophieM, 17 June, 2009 at 12:11

Where can I find a hooker? ? Seriously, my sister is out here doing some research for her new book and she needs to see the seamy side of Soho. I know I've seen some of those "Model Upstairs"-type...

Mispriyagupta, friday 19-Aug-22 16 7,157
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...

Mark, friday 12-Aug-22 18 2,191
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Mediums - what do you think?
, 7 March, 2012 at 00:09

I went to see Tony Stockwell last night as a present from some of my hens (girlie-friends, not my chickens!) who couldn't make my hen night last week. I've read some of his books and really liked his...

Gemma, wednesday 10-Aug-22 26 5,256
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Kitchen design
HappyPinkDecor4440, 27 November, 2019 at 14:16

Hello everyone! I hope You’re having a good day! I am writing in purpose to hear Your thoughts and experiences about kitchen design. In that order I’ve prepared a short survey (approximately 1 minute)...

Ashley, wednesday 3-Aug-22 610
Mrs Winkle
TMI alert - bikini line wax, blisters?
Mrs Winkle, 9 May, 2009 at 16:52

I've had my bikini line waxed this afternoon. It was done at a highly recommended beauticians, and actually she was great and it hurt far less than previous ones I've had. I've now got some little...

Sana, tuesday 2-Aug-22 16 9,457
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NVQ vs ASET / GOAL / other distance learning qualifications. What do employers think?
Mrs Roo, 15 October, 2008 at 15:13

Does anyone know how distance learning qualifications are valued by employers? I'm looking at making a total career change, and in adverts for posts similar to what I want to do (Family Outreach...

Charles, friday 29-Jul-22 1 521
Sunset21
House movers with no savings...
Sunset21, 8 April, 2009 at 21:06

I'm back on the subject I was on yesterday, moving fees. We have zero savings so would have to borrow the extra for moving fees. But, the money would be added on to the mortgage amount which we...

Yousef, thursday 28-Jul-22 9 1,100
Ms T
Landlords...prospective tenants pulling out at the last minute
Ms T, 3 December, 2008 at 11:03

In the last three weeks we have accepted two offers from prospective tenants and both have fallen through at the last minute after they have been referenced checked. The letting agents have said it's...

Harry, saturday 16-Jul-22 6 2,186
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Ideal Gift for a newly wed
SunnyGreenFlowers81256, 20 January, 2020 at 00:02

Hi can you make a comment of what are the best option gift that you want to received as a newly wed been thinking about it is it ok to have a Himalayan rock salts as a Gift i'm on a tight budget right...

Finn, wednesday 29-Jun-22 2 1,525
Iris
Question for primary teachers- RM maths
Iris, 22 April, 2009 at 20:48

Evening. Does anyone know anything about RM maths? My son uses it at school and he loves it, he's always telling me about it. I can't find out much about it online. He thinks he's on level 3 and that...

Lominck, tuesday 28-Jun-22 2 936
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Wedding Gift Suggestions
Jackob, 19 September, 2021 at 02:09

What gift should I give to my friend on his wedding? By the way he already has a baby. Should I gift something to his baby as well? Like, a baby product for his baby, and something good for him....

Lily, friday 24-Jun-22 3 118
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Is it safe to travel Italy?
HappyRedStationery5420, 19 June, 2020 at 09:15

Is it safe to travel to Italy in next 2 months as we wish to spend some good time before Summer ends

Shannan, tuesday 21-Jun-22 4 634
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Banks - paying in coins
allthatglitters, 20 August, 2008 at 12:37

Someone just told me banks now only accept 2 properly sorted bags of coins now to pay in, is this right? I don't want to send H up the bank with my piggy bank money if they won't accept it! It's all...

Daniel, sunday 19-Jun-22 22 3,544
Rizzo
Rhymes You Used To Decide Who Was 'It' At School....
Rizzo, 25 July, 2011 at 20:58

We mainly used: 'Ip dip dog ***, you are not it' and 'There's a party on the hill would you like to come? *whoever the finger landed on would say yes* Bring your own cup and saucer and your own cream...

- -, monday 6-Jun-22 25 24,782
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Difficult and rather rude sister strikes again!
Sarah, 31 May, 2022 at 15:07

I think I have finally reached the last straw with my sister. from the start of my wedding planning she has shown zero interest (she is MOH) she will sit on her phone not listening or getting involved...

RomanticGreenStation, wednesday 1-Jun-22 2 186

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