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What is the going rate for a gift of money for wedding present?
Bink, 27 July, 2011 at 20:18

Hi I've not been to a wedding for ages so I have no idea on roughly how much we should give for a wedding present. They've asked for money to go towards their honeymoon. We're attending all day so...

SaSaSi, thursday 28-Jul-11 39 10,755
FutureMrsRon
Worst spelling of a name EVER
FutureMrsRon, 13 April, 2011 at 21:18

Ok, just watching Four Weddings and one of the brides spells her name Chivonne. I ask you. Ridiculous. It really riles me when parents try to be edgy and spell their kids' names bizarrely - what's the...

WhiteSparkles, monday 30-May-11 75
excitedbee
Do you tip your beautician / hairdresser??
excitedbee, 11 May, 2011 at 13:19

I used to always give my hairdresser a £5 tip when i had full highlights and colour but i moved areas and new hairdresser was more expensive than old so don't tip. I also don't tip my beautician when...

Iqbal, monday 15-Nov-21 15
teeheeyoucrazyguys!
do toiletries really go off?
teeheeyoucrazyguys!, 14 May, 2011 at 11:12

I have loadssss of toiletries thanks to an over enthusiastic MIL at christmas and birthdays. I have lots of No7 samples too and much of it says it will go off in 6m, 12m or 24months....... do you...

BustyB, thursday 19-May-11 7
The Sock Chicken
Done before - words you dislike
The Sock Chicken, 5 April, 2011 at 16:11

It had never bothered me before it was mentioned on here, but now I really don't like the word moist!! Penetrate Any text speak gawjus (makes me cringe every time!)

Bink, tuesday 12-Apr-11 29
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How much money to give as wedding present?
Bink, 10 March, 2011 at 21:08

Hi all I'm more of a regular on baby talk but wondered if you girlies could help answer a question. We're invited to the evening reception of a friend next week and they've asked for money towards...

Pheonix, friday 11-Mar-11 9 3,838
KristaltippsHall
Worst ever Christmas pressies?!
KristaltippsHall, 23 November, 2010 at 16:01

Just for fun, come on, no-one get offended - and flashes would be extra fun! I have to start by telling you the now infamous story of my Mother and my H2B. He never had a Christmas before he met me...

Knees, tuesday 7-Dec-10 31
loopyloo80
FFS can they never be grateful??
loopyloo80, 3 December, 2010 at 19:37

So Tomorrow we have DS2's 4th Birthday Party... so been sorting that out, not much to organise than god!!.. Evening tomorrow we have his best mate and wifey coming round.. They are here all the time...

Spangler, friday 10-Dec-10 8
Weather Girl
What TV programmes are a must-watch for you?
Weather Girl, 6 December, 2010 at 16:28

I love, love, love watching Nigella. I just find it really relaxing. My guilty pleasure is Vampire Diaries. What about you?

crafty em, wednesday 8-Dec-10 14
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Cross posted: Ebay wierdness?!
Bink, 27 April, 2010 at 18:47

Hi, I've got a few items for sale on ebay at the moment and one of the things is an Ikea CD/DVD storage tower (collection only because of size). Someone has requested to come view it some time this...

Bink, thursday 29-Apr-10 2
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Cupcake Recipe
MichelleK, 14 January, 2010 at 15:04

Hi all I've decided to be very creative for my daughters birthday (not me at all!) and instead of buying her a birthday cake for her party, I thought it would be nice if we made lots of little...

Bink, tuesday 2-Mar-10 1
boz
anyone know of newly pregnant ladies in Birmingham that might be interested in this
boz, 26 September, 2009 at 10:22

Hiya I have posted this on bt but thought there might be someone who might know of a lady who might be interested in this , your help would be gratefully recived thanx Lisa xx Hello all Havent been on...

Bink, sunday 11-Oct-09 1
Bink
If you have Sky TV, must you have a BT phone line?
Bink, 28 July, 2009 at 21:39

Evening all My question is as above really. We have Sky TV and a BT phone line but we are thinking of changing our phone to Virgin. Anyone know if this would be possible. H seems to think you have to...

Elvira., wednesday 29-Jul-09 5 1,662
Mrs Vineweevil
Anyone been t o canaries in November?
Mrs Vineweevil, 9 April, 2009 at 13:42

Thinking of poss booking to go in November, first week. I like Lanzarote, but have seen a place in Fuerteventura I like, but I know they are windy isles and not sure if it would be warm enough then? I...

velvet_swimming, saturday 11-Apr-09 10
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What do you flavour your cous cous with?
SAM83, 10 April, 2009 at 13:25

I only have used roasted veg or curry powder and sultanas and need some inspiration. It more for me to eat on its own for lunch next week as I have loads of it in the house. Thanks in advance

Bink, friday 10-Apr-09 5
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40th birthday present ideas for male - help!
Bink, 5 April, 2009 at 11:13

Hi all I'm counting on you for inspiration for a gift for a male friend! He turns 40 soon and we haven't a clue what to get him: A bit about him: He's not sporty He does a sales job that involves...

Mwnci, sunday 5-Apr-09 253
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Estate Agent Question
Kellfi, 23 March, 2009 at 18:36

We are thinking about moving back to our home time and have enquired about selling our house. Is it normal, however, for them to charge £150 if you want to take it off the market? Last time I sold my...

Disco, monday 23-Mar-09 6
Bink
Translation help needed please - FRENCH
Bink, 22 March, 2009 at 14:07

Q: Bonjour,pour les frais de poste en KILOPOSTE est pour 20KG, de 52 euros et je paie par PEPAL et merci de me repondre de D.JL Bonjour, versent l'est de les frais de poste en KILOPOSTE versez 20KG,...

Bink, sunday 22-Mar-09 8
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Gordon Ramsay's UK Restuarants
SAM83, 6 March, 2009 at 12:06

Hi, My husband wants us to go to one of Ramsay's restuarants for his birthday in October. Can you recommend any one or tell me if there is one to avoid etc? We are coming from South Wales so would be...

Bink, friday 6-Mar-09 12
Julesgirl
Is it just me that thinks she looks stupid? [warning posh spice]
Julesgirl, 6 March, 2009 at 20:25

I actually can't even put into words how awful it is to me...

Hyacinth, sunday 8-Mar-09 43
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RAHK: Diverticulitis book
Bink, 6 January, 2009 at 13:06

Hi, I have a book called 'How to cope successfully with Diverticulitis' if anyone would like it. It's free of charge and I'll send it out to you this week. I bought it for my Mum but she has finished...

Pint&APie, tuesday 6-Jan-09 174
*Kitty*
We've been conned
*Kitty*, 2 January, 2009 at 05:53

Back in Sept my H ordered two tickets for Russell Brand from a website called paperticket.co.uk - Since the show is next month and we hadnt received the tickets, I checked the website for a customer...

*Kitty*, friday 2-Jan-09 8
jessica.rabbit
London Restaurants( The Ivy/ Gordon Ramsay@Claridges)
jessica.rabbit, 10 December, 2008 at 23:12

Has anyone visited these restaurants for lunch? Also, does anyone have any other London restaurant recommendations? Jessica x

Eric, wednesday 12-Nov-25 5
mEVY Christmas !
The Body Shop
mEVY Christmas !, 4 December, 2008 at 22:45

On myy never ending pursuit of the perfect fragrance, and on having spent hundreds of pounds in the process, I am now delighted to say that having visted The Body Shop this evening, I am now the proud...

(Mrs) Magic of Chris, friday 5-Dec-08 20
Rosencrantz
Sweatshirt/hoodie rec's/where can I buy?
Rosencrantz, 2 December, 2008 at 22:29

I would like a big warm slouchy sweatshirt or hoodie for my Christmas present from Mr R. Budget is probably about £30 - £50. Can anyone suggest online places where he* could look for one please. Thank...

Bink, thursday 4-Dec-08 9
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Where can I advertise my car for sale - for FREE
Bink, 25 November, 2008 at 13:08

Hi all ? Is Loot.com free to advertise? I can't for the life of me remember which site I used a couple of years ago to sell my car. I do know it was free and I had several dodgy people from Nigeria...

Zooneycat, tuesday 25-Nov-08 4 619
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Hatton Garden jewellers - recommendation needed
Bink, 6 November, 2008 at 13:57

Hi Can anyone recommend one? One of the diamonds has come out of my wedding ring ☹️ and I need to get it replaced. I can't really go back to the place that made the ring as they are local to where I...

Bink, thursday 6-Nov-08 2
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Hatton Garden jewellers - can anyone recommend one?
Bink, 6 November, 2008 at 13:58

Hi Can anyone recommend one please? One of the diamonds has come out of my wedding ring ☹️ and I need to get it replaced. I can't really go back to the place that made the ring as they are local to...

lillie18, saturday 8-Nov-08 6
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Duffy's new song: Rain on your parade - WTF?
Bink, 6 November, 2008 at 14:00

Is it just me and my H that thinks this song is a pile of poo? Sounds like a really dodgy club singer. Is she for real?

LouM, thursday 6-Nov-08 3 381

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