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I took my son a couple of times when he was a lot younger (just to local friends and neighbours), but now he is 10, I have said that he is too old for it, as it I feel it is not "cute" at that age and...

I don't know exactly how old Nancy Banks-Smith is, but since she's been writing professionally since 1951, it's safe to assume she's well past the traditional threescore and ten. Which is why I found...

Sorry if already posted but the search didn't find anything for me! What is it all about? I've heard snippets that they left a rude answering machine message, but why? And if it was lewd etc how on...

Starter needed for Christmas day. Main course probably roast venison. 1 can't eat cheese 1 won't eat fish, "wet things", rare meat, ham, bacon 1 doesn't do fruit or vegetables Mum usually does some...

Anyone know how long home-made hummus will last? Many Thanks!

I seem to recall you mentioning on your dirty gas man thread that you use the cistern blocks that turn the water blue.I bought some and put one in when I remembered the toilet cleaner/limescale...

As title says really ?

What the websites are for travellers weddings or ugly wedding dresses, ive done a search but cant find any good/funny/ridiculous pics thanks

Following the regional words thread, is there anything you deliberately mispronounce, or have your own special word for? OH and I say: investigalise / investigalisation = investigate /...

I was away last weekend, Mr Grumpy was working during the day, and then had his colleagues (muso types?) staying over. They all went out for drinks in town after work, and then came back about...

When you move(d) house, do you go to introduce yourself to your immediate neighbours? Similarly, do you pop by new neighbours to say hello/welcome. I've lived in a city and 3 towns but never really...

...and are you doing anything remotely similar now? Is there a nosey cow icon?

I am thinking of having feathers instead of flowers for my centre peices to give them an extra wow factor, have had a quick look online but i cant find anything, any suggestions?

? As my H2B is in the Army im finding it hard to plan things with him so far away ( he's in Brunei ) He said he is more than happy for me to crack on with the plans but im not to sure i should without...

It sounds far to wordy for an invitation. What can be used instead?

Right I am having a few issues with H2B's dad, he is putting a lot of money towards the wedding, which I am truly truly grateful for, but now he is trying to change things that we want. For example,...

Just curious as this is becoming a rather regular discussion in our house of late. If someone says they are sorry do you just accept it and move on? Is it 'right' to accept an apology if you are still...

What do I need to include on here? Details of hotel where wedding and reception is, map of hotel cost of rooms at that hotel details of a few other travel type lodges in area and taxi number? Present...

Due to our situation (see previous post!) we are thinking of maybe having the photos after the wedding breakfast and speeches, around 5pm. What do you all think? xxx

Hiya everyone...firstly my apoligies for not posting much these days....ive lots of crap going on in my life lately, i.e my seperation from my husband....so ive not been in the mood for chit chat on...

My h2b and myself booked out wedding about 2 months ago, well our church and venue anyway, from the start we would agree that no matter how much money either set of parents offer to us it does not...

Mrs Snow Patroller and I are doing a exhibition in September and had thought about putting choccies on the table so what are your favourites? They need to be ones that are individually wrapped. Thanx ...

Cant find one easily online... looking for one that includes syrup to make them gooey.... I NEED GINGER BISCUITS!!!

I read a review a few months ago of a novel about (IIRC) the Greek gods now living in a shared house in London. Does this ring any bells with anyone? I can't remember the name of the book or the...

I have PMT, post-holiday blues and 'the fear'/hangover from the weekend. To make matters worse, it's my 2nd wedding anniversary and I keep getting lovely texts and emails fomr family and friends which...

Am I the only one with a husband who thinks that wearing a t-shirt and basically jogging bottoms to a restaurant for an anniversary meal is OK? He has 'work smart' and 'comfortable' clothing and...

I'm going to my neice's 21st party next week, and her great idea is to insist on fancy dress for everyone. I have no money so whatever I choose has to be super cheap and suitable for a fat woman.Her...

Hi all, just wondered what everyone is having as a starter as every wedding I have been too I have had Melon so would like something a bit different? I am unsure what else to have as not keen on fish...

As the title says really ? I think I have a good idea of the car i would like and itll be the same car for the BMS and my Mum, (it will return for me, the church is 2 mins away!) How is your Groom...

So we have bought presents for people involved in the wedding - BM, GM, my friend, nephew and both sets of parents. We set a limit of about £30 per person so that we kept it quite sensible but H2B has...

HEY GIRLIES i'M LOOKING FOR SOME EXCITING IDEAS FOR FAVOURS FOR OUR GUESTS. OUR THEME IS CHOCOLOTE BROWN AND BABY PINK (YUMMY COLOURS!) AND IM REALLY STUCK AS TO WHAT TO CHOSE. CHOCOLOTE FAVOURS ARE...