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Archives for June 2005

Hand whisk
Is there anywhere that I can buy a decent (cheap) electric hand whisk. TIA.
Book on Bilderbergers?????
hello I had never even heard of this "bilderbergers" but my boyfriends Nana was tellingus about them. She was really keen for us to find her some info - and as she has a Birthday coming up we thought we would buy her a book. A general conspiracy theory book with a bilderbergers chapter would do fine. Can anyone help? Thanks
Tin can squisher
Does anybody know where I can get a device to squish tin cans down for recycling? I have no kids to jump on them...don't fancy doing it myself. I would be happy to buy online. Thanks.
ntl
anyone else had there modem fried in storms this week have been offline al week since last friday till today.because ligtning hit ntl cable apparently they have copper on them.they replaced network and modem free of charge but it was quite scary at time because a very loud crack and bang came through ntl box.even though we…
Scalectrix (sp?) advice please!!!
A question for the knowledgeable – what is the deal (obsession) with this? I want to get my son some kind of remote controlled racing car game for his b’day (he’ll be 4) and Scalectrix seems v popular (and v expensive in some cases). But I know diddly about this type of thing (being a girlie and all that). :rolleyes: Is it…
Jiffy Bags (used)
Does anyone want to get rid of their used jiffy bags? It always seems a waste that so often people throw them away. I would very much welcome them and would be happy to send you the postage costs by paypal or stamps. I would prefer a minimum of 8 or so bags inside one another. If you have any please PM me. Thanks in…
How to get lots of extra Tesco points
Hi all i am a newbie here ,so dont know if this is in the right place ,but how can i get some extra clubcard points
TFT monitor
Could some Computer wizard give me some advice on buying a TFT monitor, a 15 or 17" would probably suffice. I only send emails and surf the net (dont do games) but space on my computer desk is limited and my present CRT monitor leaves room for little else. I have read messages from approximately 1 month ago on here, but…
should i take out breakdown cover?
i am going to be buying a new fridge freezer soon - should i take out the extra warranty with it? i think i recall martin saying on many of his interviews that these arent worth the paper they are wrote on and not to bother - if this is the case what happens if the goods break? thanks
i wanna cricket style Sunblock
I after sunblock, the white stuff cricketers use on their noses etc. I would be most gratefull for any ideas, I have been to boots etc but its really expensive. Any ideas anyone?. BTW thanks to everyone for this site.
Inkjet printer
Hi I am looking for an Inkjet printer for my daughter who has around £100 to spend on a printer. She doesn't want it to be a 3 in 1 just a printer with seperate CMYK ink cartridges, as she needs printouts to be affordable as it is for posters etc... for the childrens group she runs. So it won't be for photo's or anything…
Help With Car Alarm
Hi Guys, I've got a 93 Pajero. Also have the wiring diag. But i'm a total novice with car electronics. Need to know what panels to open up for fitting the door wires, boot & bonnet wires. The ignition wires are also very complicated. Can repay with 10 MB Free web space for 1 year. Cheers Terry
Credit Report
I want to check out my credit report - want a printed one sent to me, but wondering who the best to use is Equifax/Experian etc? Thanks
what do you make of this? recieved private message.
SISTER SHARON WAYLLERS DECISION TO MAKE HER DONATIONS. sharon_wayllers1@yahoo.co.uk SISTER SHARON WAYLLERS DECISION TO MAKE HER DONATIONSDearly Beloved My christian greetings to you dearly beloved, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has made it possible for me to be in contact with you these day, to his glory, the…
Sky Television debt.
I hope im posting in the right forum and someone can help. We have been sky customers on the family (£19.50) package for a couple of years. In dec 04 we moved into some temp accomodation untill our new house was ready. We phoned up sky to tell them we wanted to cancel, changing the account address to the temp accomodation.…
X factor audition on Monday !!
Going to audition for the new series of the x factor on Monday !! LoL Not taking it to seriously, just think it`d be a laugh to go. Wish me luck - i`ll need it !!
Backup DVDs
I've just got a DVD writer but it comes with no software. I want to use it to back up some DVDs but I don't know which software to use! Can anybody suggest some and where I can get it from?
stolen passport
Hi, I am a Greek citizen and my passport was stolen last Wednesday. I have reported it to the police and my Embassy. I was wondering if there is anything more I could do to prevent fraudulent use. Thank you very much. Eleni
Help KARAOKE Needed For Adults With Learning Difficulties
Hi I help out at a night club that is run once a month for adults with learning difficulties and recently our Karaoke system (which was second-hand and had to be hit to work!!) was stolen. I am HOPING to have this replaced with a brand new system (some one is going to give us some money to get a new one!) Is there a system…
Best safety trainers
I am looking to buy some safety trainers, the Timberland look good. Does anyone know of some good quality lightweight trainers that they could recommend as I work long shifts standing most of the time. Regards Crewe

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