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New Year sick bay - in is the new out!!
So how many of us are in tonight due to illness??_pale_ I was ill all of Christmas up at my parents and hoped to feel better in time to go to friends for New Year, but sadly not:( So pull up your duvet, fill your hot water bottle, and make those hot toddies - 2011 here we come!:rotfl:
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H&S contact with Chemicals/Waste when Pregnant
Hi, I just found out I am pregnant but I work for a waste removal company. We mainly deal with commercial waste but also now deal with biosolids (sewerage that is chemically treated and then delivered to fields). I am in the office but handle paperwork/tachos that are touched by grubby hands and people have told me I…
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are the shops open tomorrow?
Hi ya, does anybody knows if the shops are open tomorrow, we are taking DD to the cinema and to do some shopping, but now i am thinking that maybe all the shops will be closed?
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Help! - a little OT
Recently I found out that my dad has been having an affair. My mom has suspicions but I found proof today. I'm really asking for advise financially.. I want my mom to be under as little pressure as possible. He is self employed, and to knowledge he has around 13k in his bank account, they have another 4k in their joint.…
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My son spent everything in three days!
Hi I am looking for some advice on how to help my eldest son manage his bank account. A bit of history - I have been divorced from their father since our two sons were very small, they are now 17 and 15. Their father has always paid maintenance money directly into my account (£700 per month for them both) and I have used…
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Flaming Ex - why do i bother?!
Obviously some of you will remember problems im having with ex. He's moved in with new GF and her DD and she didnt like my DD and wouldnt have her around, Well its kinda changed. DD goes to their house for a few hours on a sunday, Ex now wants for more access so DD is supposed to be staying over night. Just found out that…
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Separation
Hello, I am hoping for some advice. My partner and I have been together for 4 years, own a house and have a 2-year-old girl with special needs who is registered disabled. It has become neccessary for us to split and I've no idea what to do or where I stand. We bought our house just before the recession hit and now it is…
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What happens when someone dies and there is still outstanding mortgage on the house?
Hi everyone. My Mum is currently very ill, things aren't looking very good at all and I am starting to wonder how we are going to sort things out when she dies and how probate works. We may only have a few months and I want to be as prepared for everything as I possibly can. She has a house that she wants to leave to my…
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Where is the best place to sell jewellery
My friend's mother, over the years, has given her several very expensive pieces of jewellery (handed down rather than bought specifically for my friend). They are not to my friend's taste, and although she has taken some pieces and had them remodelled, she'd really like to sell the others. Where would be the best place for…
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Can someone recommend me a double stroller?
We are looking to buy a double stroller which: (a) Is a side by side stroller (b) Can be separated into 2 single strollers I know you can buy the clips to connect 2 individual strollers together, but I wondered if there were any "out of the box" models. Budget is not an issue at the moment, just looking to get a feel of…
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starting over
I am in the process of divorcing my husband and he is keeping the children. I am also pregnant and the baby is going to be adopted. I am currently living with my sister and her family. Once the baby is born I want to move away and start afresh somewhere but dont really know where to start. Do I try and find a job then a…
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Partner not paying his way
I'm hoping this forum may be able to offer some advice (I hope i am posting in the correct place?) on a tricky home situation im currently dealing with. Basically my boyfriend lost his job about 7 months ago, which was just a few weeks after we decided to move in together. During that time he has had a small amount of…
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I need advice Ex husband messing with kids
HI I know it seems daft posting this on here but I really need some advice. I have been seperated from my husband for 3 years and even though he is engaged he is refusing to give me a divorce? Im single so it doesnt bother me to be honest but its just part of his very controling weird behalvour which at the moment it…
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Child adoption/legal guardianship within a civil partnership
We're looking for a bit of advice please! I've been with my partner for 8 years, and 'civil partnered' for 2 of those. She has a 13 year old daughter who we bring up 'equally', she sees us both as her parents. She does have a father, he has been given EVERY opportunity to see her and have a relationship with her and he's…
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Recommed a pushchair suitable for newborn
Hi we are due to visit family in June but or dd2 is due end if April which means we will be travelling with a 4ish week old. I already have an iCandy pram & pushchair bur have read that they regularly get damaged when at the airport so am looking for a pushchair that is suitable for newborns. A lit of them do say they are…
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Chest of Drawers Question...
Me and the OH have been looking at furniture for the nursery and really want a nice big strong white chest of drawers. Went to John Lewis as we saw one on the website but for £250 the build was awful!! Any suggestions anyone can think of?? Not looking for flat packed and willing to pay up to £350 Thanks in advance :T
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Need help to find a mens Omega James Bond edition watch...help!
Hi guys, The OH's 39th is fast approaching and I've found a really nice watch I'd like to get him but dont want to pay the world for it! I've been eyeing up eBay for a month now and seen pre pre loved watches go for £400, about the price im willing to pay. I'd love it if anyone could give me a hand in trying to find the…
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Mooloo's New Home, New Year and New Start part 3
I have decided that its time to start the new thread thats been mentioned. I am now the proud Renter, of a Housing Association House, since they were able to find me a 3 bedroomed house, to accommodate the permanancy of my DGD, who I currently Foster. My DS is also living at home, (when he is here of late), and needed a…
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washing stuck in machine!!
hi all not sure if this the right place ? put my last load of washing in and now it stuck full of water and door wont open :eek: any ideas as to what may be causing this and what can i do to sort this problem. many thanks
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Feeling Poorly
:(All over this Christmas time I have been in bed with a bug.Slept for most of Christmas day but as we already had plans made to spend the day with my sons " future in laws" they did just that.I staid at home in bed.I was so upset as presumed I had spoilt Chritmas for them so I struggled to get up a few times but was…