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monkeychops
Travelling to the US - Visa Waiver Programme
monkeychops, 25 October, 2009 at 21:54

It's a few years since I've been to the US, but we're off to New York next weekend & I've just noticed a section on my online booking page that suggest I need to apply for a 'Visa Waiver' before...

MrsSW, thursday 29-Oct-09 2 1
*CJ*
How do I turn jpeg photos into PDF?
*CJ*, 7 October, 2009 at 14:02

As it says above really. I've been given this task to do but don't know the best way? It's to put the photos on disc for a presentation Thanks

MrsSW, thursday 8-Oct-09 1
Dr Doo.Little
Lollipop, lollipop, oh lolly lollipop
Dr Doo.Little, 3 September, 2009 at 08:55

I love the song on the Dell advert, it always has me singing along. Although the only problem is I will be singing it for the rest of the day. Suppose it beats the other day when I had peaches in the...

Dr Doo.Little, friday 4-Sep-09 11
Michpuss
Would you give someone a copy of your passport (photo page)?
Michpuss, 18 August, 2009 at 09:52

I've got a job interview tomorrow and they have just sent me an application form to complete and to take with me. It says to attach a copy of the photo page of my passport but I am uncomfortable doing...

Mohsin, monday 13-Apr-26 16
Mrs Magic
Share your weird and wonderful food combinations
Mrs Magic, 11 August, 2009 at 11:54

I mentioned this on legless' dinner thread but it's still making me chuckle so thought I would ask for any weird and wonderful things/combinations you have eaten recently. Mum and I were at my...

babygreenuk, wednesday 12-Aug-09 77
legless
economy gastronomy
legless, 5 August, 2009 at 20:05

How much????

Skittalie, thursday 6-Aug-09 27
Gryfon
Campers :o)
Gryfon, 5 August, 2009 at 12:18

I'm just revising my camping check list. Was wondering what the things were that you find you need when you're there and you've forgotten? And also what you tend to take with you and never use? My...

Gryfon, thursday 6-Aug-09 20
sherry
PDF help, I have been sent an PDF form through email
sherry, 5 August, 2009 at 10:27

From my solicitor who needs me to complete it and send back via email but I can't find a way to put text on it. What am I doing wrong? Anyone help? Thanks x

sherry, wednesday 5-Aug-09 4
penguin1977
Favourite Romcoms / Wedding related film
penguin1977, 4 August, 2009 at 13:16

We're having a discussion in the office about this at the mo - whats your favourite Romcom of all time? My colleague is having a night in with her best pal and needs some serious cheering up!!!!!...

Daffy B, tuesday 4-Aug-09 37
KJX
Holiday in Cardiff (South East Wales) - can anyone recommend attractions worth a visit?
KJX, 4 August, 2009 at 10:36

We're off to Nash Point in a couple of weeks and I wondered if any South East Wales / Cardiff natives / people who've been there before have any recommendations of what to visit - I've googled and...

WelshTotty, tuesday 4-Aug-09 12
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Merseyside hitchers? Anthony Gormley statues at Crosby beach?
Mrs Bloom, 1 August, 2009 at 22:19

Are they still there? I wasn't sure if it was a permanent thing, or they were just there for a certain period? Anyone know? Sorry if I don't get back on tonight to reply, but thanks in advance.

MrsSW, monday 3-Aug-09 8
Old Nick Esq.
Does anyone use Spotify?
Old Nick Esq., 30 July, 2009 at 11:39

After a little furtling to get it to speak to Pulse, I have the client running in Wine. It's..... Not bad, a bit like Youtube used to be, but without the videos. This week I've been popping in an...

Sah, thursday 30-Jul-09 6
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Misconceptions about where you live
Pint&APie, 30 July, 2009 at 10:32

R-A's earlier comment "I see the parks and my Lido and the fab diversity and sense of community where other people see the gun crime and used syringes" got me thinking about how certain areas develop...

Abdul, thursday 6-Mar-25 173
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It's all come crashing down around me - Long and x-posted.
citychick, 28 July, 2009 at 12:48

I've cancelled the wedding. At the weekend OH told me that he didn't have enough money to pay his share of the mortgage or bills next month. I thought this was a bit odd because he earns more than me...

seahag, tuesday 28-Jul-09 30
GMT
Husband rant £$$%@*****
GMT, 27 July, 2009 at 10:54

I have a silk Monsoon dress. It is supposed to be dry cleaned, but if you're careful you can get away with gentle handwashing, or simply sponging it. .... Husband: Is that dress hanging there waiting...

eponymous, monday 27-Jul-09 8
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where can i get a
bobbi, 24 July, 2009 at 16:30

Cheap clothes airer for indoors from? I know very boring question sorry

Kazmerelda, friday 24-Jul-09 5
Lady Vixen
So, what's changed?
Lady Vixen, 23 July, 2009 at 16:17

I remember when I first started hitching OT was really buzzy with new posts coming up all the time and loads going on. It's more sedate now and posts can stay of the front page all day. What caused...

Dr Doo.Little, saturday 25-Jul-09 185
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Lily Lolo mineral cosmetics
MrsSW, 21 July, 2009 at 10:00

Following on from a recent recommendation on here for Lily Lolo mineral cosmetics, I ordered a few samples to try (concealer and blusher). I'm about to place an order for the full size Rosy Apple...

mariets, thursday 23-Jul-09 5
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The Guardian - US TV series
MrsSW, 21 July, 2009 at 12:28

Ok, so I just got to the end of series 3 of The Guardian on Five USA (loved it all) and lo and behold they've started to run series 1 again So if anyone is looking to clog up their Sky+ box with some...

MrsSW, tuesday 21-Jul-09 411
H
Is this acceptable behaviour (child related)?
Headless Lois, 19 July, 2009 at 12:35

Your three year old needs to go to the toilet while you're out shopping. You are surrounded by bars/restaurants/coffee shops, but you go the nearest drain and he wees there. Is that normal? L xx

Knownowt, monday 20-Jul-09 57
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center parcs promotions?
mesmsh, 15 July, 2009 at 08:10

Does anyone know of a promotional code for center parcs? I booked last year for September and the Telegraph were doing a £75 off code but haven't seen one this year?

MrsSW, wednesday 15-Jul-09
Hugo Brambles
Any dressmakers about? QQ
Hugo Brambles, 10 July, 2009 at 10:48

I have an evening gown which is about 2 inches too long. I have meaning to get it altered but haven't and the event is tomorrow night. I've rung round the dressmakers in my area and no-one can fit me...

Hugo Brambles, friday 10-Jul-09 10
lauraloo
Lakeland lovers/ bread bakers - advice please!
lauraloo, 9 July, 2009 at 16:59

Does anyone have either of these gadgets and are they any good? Or can you suggest any other ways of improving my bread slicing technique to avoid the wonky doorstops? ? Bread keeper or slicing device...

geekypants, friday 10-Jul-09 4
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can't think of the name of something..
RedBerries, 1 July, 2009 at 12:47

Sorry for this rather boring post but does anyone know what those large bags are called that you can put loads of stuff/clothes in. They are usually red, white and blue plasticy (but not like a...

RedBerries, wednesday 1-Jul-09 3
jaz
If you could choose a female celeb best friend...
jaz, 1 July, 2009 at 12:56

Who would you choose and why? I'd have Holly Willoughby - I just think she's lovely. I think she'd be a fantastic caring and loyal friend who would bring me buns and wine when I felt down and would be...

Cherry_Valance, thursday 2-Jul-09 43
R-A
No hob or oven for the forseeable. What can we eat?!
R-A, 1 July, 2009 at 08:21

On Monday our cooker died. It just wouldn't turn on (electric). Electrician came yesterday and said there was nothing he could do. Meant to be coming back 'at some point' with more bits/a friend. In...

R-A, wednesday 1-Jul-09 28
The Beast
Anyone want a nosy at my Take That photos?
The Beast, 28 June, 2009 at 21:04

Oh my God, it was absolutely bloody excellent! Broiling hot then chucking down with rain and Lady Gaga didn't show up, but it was fab!...

sarahjl, monday 29-Jun-09 29
Hyacinth
Mens Fashun
Hyacinth, 26 June, 2009 at 13:14

I've just cleared out MrHs wardrobe and by god its depressing, the poor guy is stuck in 1998. MrH likes to invest in designer pieces, well made and generally classic. The problem here is he then...

janeyh, friday 26-Jun-09 22
Doughnut
Can any clever people zoom in and read this road name?
Doughnut, 19 June, 2009 at 11:00

[View:http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/vans/images.action?R=200925336468730&channel=VANS&adcategory=&largeId=933267887:550:0]

Doughnut, friday 19-Jun-09 6
Knownowt
Small things that make you happy
Knownowt, 19 June, 2009 at 07:38

I've just bought a new dressing gown- it's a waffle one from the White Company and it's LOVELY. Just putting it on makes me feel like I'm a White Co catalogue dweller, surrounded by crisp linen and...

lyni, wednesday 22-Jul-09 74
monkey fingers
Sprout wth pic (i hope)
monkey fingers, 18 June, 2009 at 16:05

Just thought all of you lovely people who have given me so much puppy advice would like to see a recent picture of Sprout. Things are going really well and she is starting to settle down. We've had...

Mrs Magic, thursday 18-Jun-09 21

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