Discussions I've Participated In

We went for an open evening at the baby factory last night ... "just for info" "just so we know what our options are" Basically, our options are A LOT more accessible than we expected, and actually...

By David Bailey. Latest photograph of the 88 year old Monarch. What are peoples view on Baileys image Link here I wont post image itself for copyright reasons. Peter

I just wanted to say I'm back! I was awol for a lot of 2013 being busy with a very successful year of wedding photography, but also rounding off my PhD, I would advise people to never do a PhD, it's...

As some of you know, myself and OH have been on the most wonderful (and stressful and upsetting) journey of adoption. I am overjoyed to say that we have been "matched" with a little 8 month old boy....

Hi All! I am putting myself in the kitchen again, those who 'know' me know that I don't often do this and it is not always with success! So I thought I got all the ingredients to make this Pie...

I was on the computer, his fb was open in the background, a message popped up from his cousin. So out of curiosity I had a read and saw that he had been talking to her about having one final night of...

Hey otters, i had a call this morning from the home that Mr RK had stopped swallowing and the nurses were struggling to wake him. I rushed over (with a cracking hangover from too much wine after...

Never watched it before and had no idea what it was so sorry if this offends anyone... ...but when I turned over to watch The Olympics the other day and 'Curling' was on there were genuinely a couple...

I popped to Sainsbury on my break to get some food and have a change of scene. It was carnage and reminded me why l have my shopping delivered. What are your supermarket hates? Mine are: People with...

(See "perfect life" thread) So, you may all have jobs at Custard's Otter Sanctuary. What would you like to do? Everything is up for grabs from Otter-cuddler to running the gift shop and tea room, to...

How do you know when it is time to leave Hitched? Do you think there will be a defining moment for you, or just a gradual reduction in interest and number of posts? Will anyone notice?

H took the dogs out for their walk a couple of hours ago and George, the red setter, came back smelling absolutely foul. I've given him a bath with some Groomers shampoo. He still stinks... Smells...

Wise otters, can you settle a debate for me please? OH and I have landed on this topic & I really don't want to be wrong! Without telling you my view, or looking up a definition, can you define...

Good - I have finally started seeing the scales shift downwards Good - Run the furthest I have ever run Bad - Can't seem to get hold of my birth certificate, the website you get copies from refunded...

How far away (walking/driving) is your nearest.... Post Office? Seven minute walk McDonalds? Twenty minute drive Ikea? Thirty minute drive Train station where you can get a direct train to London?...

I have noticed recently that a lot of TV ads are somewhat prejudiced or else protray negative stereotypes. Maybe I am being oversensitive in my slightly drunken state old age, what do you all think?...

I never thought it would be me. I have a friend who works in the 999 emergency call response team and I know how important it is. Yet drunk, I phoned because I felt low and vulnerable. They're not...

Good - Last day at work until 2nd January (sorry Funky) Good - Impromptu night out with work lot last night and 2nd place in the quiz Bad - Hanging today. Mcdonald's breakfast part way to sorting me...

Having consulted with ob I am now presenting the official reveal thread. Now the idea is that if you want to know who your so is then post in here. If you don't- then don't ask. Off you go...

We have our panel meeting tomorrow at 12.30 to hopefully, fingers crossed, be approved adopters. Any spares vibes would be very much appreciated. Thank you lovely otters. UPDATE We have been...

MF just freaks out when I mention this so who better to ask than a load of women. I am on cilest pill and have been for a long time. I go for my check ups and the nurse is happy for me to stay on it....

Hello all! I am utterly delighted to announce the arrival of Joseph Matthew at 10:09 today, weighing 7lbs 5oz. All are doing well! Hugest congratulations to Sange and family! I'm sure pics will be...

I don't normally do Fb shares on forums but this is too important to not share. I have a dear friend that I met through a heart charity for children of congenital and acquired heart conditions. her...

Are we having one?

Sorry guys! It's 00:48 and I've just got back to our hotel room, it's been my works do tonight. Right, it's officially the 14th and the start of our Secret Otter opening weekend!!!!!! Assuming that...

I did a really stupid thing last night and used a cotton bud in my ears, soon after I developed a muffled sensation in my left ear, I can hear fine, but when I blow my nose it really hurts. Do you...

What is everyone's views on these people? Do you believe they can actually speak to dead people? Have you been to see one? Did anyone "come through"? How much prior knowledge did they have? How much...

Could you write the number 8 on a piece of paper and take a pic of it to show me? Had a discussion with H2B about it. He says that everyone in the UK writes their 8 in the same way. (I'm Dutch) Thank...

Thought I would start this week as my first "Good" is a good one! Good - I start IVF a week today! Excited, nervous, apprehensive all at the same time, but thrilled that it's finally happening. I'll...

Highly frustrating! Its not like I'm in massive debt, own a house, held a jobs for 6 years never late for a payment. Its insane!! In all honestly I can make heads or tails of those bloody credit...

Mr F just emailed me asking if we can have a party food tea tonight..you know the kind, carpet picnic tea as some poeple call it..what do you have in yours? I HAVE to have spring rolls..its a must!!...