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Re: Handling savings for elderly parents
Quite so, rather surprised at the somewhat visceral reaction that certain posters had to what was, frankly, a pretty mild comment. Perhaps people take offence on behalf of others a little too easily …5 -
Re: DCB Legal iPark Services - claim discontinued!
Hi. I have attached the NOD. Thank you.4 -
Re: Life admin, going paper free...ish?
I went paperless over 10 years ago, prompted by a house move, and I’ve never looked back. The first thing I’d recommend is investing in a decent scanner or MFP. It doesn’t have to be top-of-the-range…1 -
Re: Parents?!
You have to do what's right for you, there is no set rule to make you feel better about what you want to do, in fact asking others you may find that more are doing what your mum would like you t…1 -
Re: Turning Debt Darkness Into Power
I am back! I have moved a fair bit since this thread started and thanks to a critical illness diagnosis and resulting treatment, as well as some admittedly poor choices too, I am unfortunately back i…1 -
Re: Investing in Us: Holidays, Health, and the Road to £150k
A water pillow? @in_need_of_direction they look amazing how have I not heard of these before.... I might have to do just that start a fund for things that spark joy rather than just making do. I'…5 -
Re: Parents?!
I'm 53, male, and my parents are in their late 70's but both are still physically active and sharp as a tack. When I worked full time I made a point of trying to visit them once a week for …3 -
Re: Parents?!
Has the frequency changed at all to lead your Mum to question how often you should call/visit? I agree with the others that other people's relationships with parents have no bearing on yours. I …1 -
Re: Parents?!
it was three or four times a week because of calling in to drop off and pick up the dog when 87-year-old parent was dog sitting. Sadly dog is no longer with us and parent says she misses our chats in…1 -
Re: Old Style Daily Monday 3rd August 2026
Good morning Bright and sunny here, due to hit 30degs today. Yesterday's shopping trip went well, I left here just gone 9am and was back by 10.30. Can you guess that food shopping is not my favo…11
