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Presents for teenage boys
Has anyone any ideas what to get teenage boys. I was going to get them the playstation 3, but it seems it's going to be very expensive and they don't think it's worth getting straight away because they think it's too expensive as well. They're good like that. They got all the usual things i.e. t.v's, games consoles, bikes.…
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Executor not completing duties - what can I do?
I am a joint executor of a will for a relative who died almost exactly 8 years ago. The other executor took all of the paperwork and said that she would do the work as she was not employed and had the time to do it. Everything went well at first, we opened an executor's bank account (both signatures required), obtained…
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Choosing secondary schools
Yes, its that time of year again where yr 6 parents are trying to chose the best school for their child - we are doign this just now for our eldest. I was just wondering how people came to the choice of school for their child - I know that the OFSTED usually factors greatly in this, but what about other issues???:confused:
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Update on missing ex Husband
I thought I would start this new post and update all of the lovely people out there, who cared enough to help, when I posted about my ex Husband who was missing...feared dead. He has now got in touch!! Through an email....would you believe!! Apparantely he has been living in Blackpool all along....with out trying to…
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Divorce question
Hi, I received my Decree Nisi on August 23rd and the consent order was promptly put into the court. Does anyone know the average length of time it takes to get signed? At this rate the absolute will be through before the consent order! :o Kittyx
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Help with Vouchers please
Hi to all who read this Please move to another board if you feel it is required. Help Help....... I have read somewhere on this site regarding a "Voucher " something or other, where you are able to print off personal vouchers from the internet to give as gifts. For example, to offer your time for babysitting, help around…
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broken heart
:o Hi there, Just need some advice from anyone please... I just need to hear other people's opinions... I have just split up with my partner (a week ago), and basically my brain feels like it has stopped functioning and that everything is getting out of control :o I feel really numb and cant control my feelings, I just…
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Money Arguments
How many couples argue over money? I have finally persuaded my bf to give me all his money every month (in order so I can pay off his debts cos they would never get paid otherwise) and we've decided to give ourselves £400 a month to "play" with. It's not even the start of October yet and he's already down to £334!! What is…
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just a little advice please :(
hi all I know this has nothing to do with mse but it has loads to do with a mum who is ranging from stressed to panic stricken :confused: On friday i took dd2 to the opticians as she had what we thought was a migrane the week before and i wanted to get her eyes checked out. he did all the tests and said her eyes were both…
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Anyone else suffering from nappy brain?
Serious help required please.. Generally I am superbly organised etc, but since becoming pregnant and then giving birth, I am so not with it! Anyone else suffering from this post-baby syndrome? Does it go away? Baby now 8 months!! I am forever losing things, or putting things in a 'safe' place and cannot remember where…
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Can you really make money from Music
My sons Brother (half brother), thinks hes good enough to make money from his music, What do you think? http://www.myspace.com/graemeglancy
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Access by Landlord in rented property
Does anyone know, or can anyone point me, to relevant legislation about rented properties and access by landlords. My daughter rents a flat and she has now experienced (as have her flatmates) the landlord coming in unannounced during the day. Today she was home from work sick and in bed when he walked into her bedroom…
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Getting married Abroad
We need to take a document called statuatory declaration of no impediment to Cyprus as we are getting married there, has anyone had one where can you get them(been told solicters but not sure if register offfice do them) and how much should we expect to pay
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engagement ring insurance!?
I just got engaged and did the romantic thing of down on one knee and all that somewhere quiet etc, and sensibly didn't buy a ring but went ring shopping afterwards. We got a bargain at Birmingham's jewelry district (much cheaper than my native Scotland) whilst south meeting friends. 1)it cost nearly £2k but has an…
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* School Trip, would you ask what the money was for? *
My daughter recently went on a school trip to see a ship. They left the school after 9.30 and walked to the train station. The place itself does not attract a fee for entry. They arrived back at 5pm (2 hours later than expected!) and again, walked back to school from the train station. To be honest, I'd like to know what…
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Killed squirrel
Walking my dog in the park she found herself a toy and was throwing it about:embarasse . Turned out if was a squirrel with a broken back, who couldn't run away. I was sooo upset. Took dog home immediately to get my car a a few bits and pieces. Called hubby to get advice - he called RSPCA. Take squirrel to vets who have a…
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chicco highchair
Hello, I've got a chicco mamma highchair bought at the car boot 3 years ago and being resurrected for ds. Problem is, the seat cushion has split in a number of places and looks pretty unhygenic. Have thought about taping over the cracks but also wonder if anyone knows where I could get a replacement cushion. Have tried…
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I'm a bad mum and i'm so ashamed
I am a user of this site but have signed up in a different name as i dont want anyone to know who i am. I dont know where else to turn, and i dont even know if this is the right place to post but i just need some advice really. As my username and title states, i think i am a bad mum. I dont beat my child or anything but i…
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Switching Solictors
My friend is going through Divorce proceedings under the legal help scheme and does not feel confident that his current solicitors will make much effort when it comes to the financial aspects. Is it easy to switch solicitors before the divorce is complete or does he need to wait till it is and switch to a solictor just for…
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6 months or 9 months maternity
Hi I hope someone can answer this question, my hubby and I are planning on trying to start a family shortly. We both work and I will be entitled to 6 months paid maternity leave at SMP, but I have heard rumours leave will be increasing to 9months in april 2007, firstly can anyone confirm this is true. If so will it only…