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4 of August of 2012
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3,390We're having a few more dinner parties this year than we have done previously and, while I'm enjoying the social aspect, I'm beginning to get a little lost on what to serve! I've done most of our old...
Why have i never used these cashback sites before now? we're moving house next month so are making some pretty big purchases (furniture, bed, sofa etc). Signed up to Topcashback a few weeks ago on a...
So I just bumped into an old school friend in Tescos and we stood having a catch up for about 5 minutes. We went over the usual, love life, kids, work stuff and I told her that yes I had a son and yes...
I've never really thought about this before now but a colleague is moving from a 'research and teaching' post to a 'administrative and professional management' post and asked me whether her annual...
People that drive wearing coats. people that eat cereal at any time other than for breakfast. People that clap along to music on a TV show.
Long story short - the bride wants a hen do (5 days) abroad with close friends but is also having a hen night with all other friends in Manchester....we have been asked by the chief bridesmaid (who...
Hello all- my first OT post! eeee ^_^ my mother in law passed away on my birthday at the end of september. this is our first married christmas AND our first christmas without her, so we're trying to...
Budget it £10-12. I thought about doing a small hamper but my mum beat me to it! Any ideas? They didn't want anything but I wanted to get them something small but I am completely stumped! My other...
What are you buying for your husband for his Christmas??? Men are so hard to but for!!! Xx
Hi All I am hoping you may be able to help with some career advice, or maybe even that by writing things down I may come to my own conclusion. I work in a law firm as a legal assistant in the...
I mean proper big ones, like she's been campaigning for ages to get referred for a reduction .... I was on the verge of buying her this for her birthday this morning and then suddenly though of Sarah...
How far in advance do you think save the dates should be sent? We're having our wedding mid-week so people will have to organize a day off work if they are coming... Just don't know when to send out...
..I can't remember whether I've posted this before. I feel like I have, but I think I dreamt it. Anyway, I'm organising the office Xmas lunch and a few people have asked whether there'll be any games....
This morning I had my eye test. I just ordered my first pair of varifocals and I feel like I turned the corner into serious middle age.
Going to do a booze cruise for our free bar. thinking 60 bottles of red and 60 white for 120 guests. We'll also have 4 kegs of beer/ ale/ cider so just need to sort the wine side. We'll have a bottle...
At work we are having issue with people either not showing up or giving ridiculous excuses. What are the best excuses you have heard for people not coming to work? My favourite is when my best friend...
I'm sure this has probably been asked before. Think is a bit of a debate for people. we are getting married in a very large church but a pretty small venue that can only fit around 60guests. As a...
Which do you think is more valuable? I know that having a degree is necessary in certain fields, but was curious as to whether employers value either experience or a degree in this day and age.
Hello all - Lots of vibes and hugs to anyone who needs them. Good - It's Friday Bad - I have a hideous cold and feel poo Good - Fireworks party at Mum's tomorrow for Nephew's bday. Hotdogs, soup and...
I'm going on a one night trip to London mid December with my singing group. We arrive early afternoon and have a meal booked in the evening. Most people will be going straight out to the pub and given...
Calling all experienced house buyers! How did the offering process work for you? I've heard so many mixed stories, some people saying they offered 10-15% less than asking price, and in some cases got...
Ok, so the title of this post probably caught your attention ? What I am actually talking about is gift list/money poems. I had decided we wouldn't provide either, however our friends & family...
Hello, I'm trying to work out my invites and I'm nearly there, we have a very informal wedding and I'm making informal style invites but I've got one bit I'm stuck on. We are having a wedding website...
Deluxe starter kit worth £110 now down to £50 on their website..
I have moaned about this before but I am going to do it again. We get married one week today (I am so excited!) On our invites, sent out in July, we asked people to respond by 30th Sept. I spent the...
Hi All Really sorry if this is a dumb question but when you are doing your table plan and name place cards what do you call yourself? Will you be putting Bride and Groom on the table plan and name...
Hello, Just out of interest really..... We had the initial idea of antipasti sharing platters for a starter (cold meats, cheese, olives etc) and a sharing roast meat joint on the table for guests to...
My brother and his girlfriend got engaged a month ago, and although they haven't set a date yet, his fiancee is straight into the swing of wedding planning. I want to send them a joint Christmas...
I am having a party in the house in a couple of weeks and I am making a buffet! It's on a Friday night so I am making a feast as it will be tea for everyone. What foods do you like to eat? I need...
Does anyone know the difference between these?