ranirottie Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 (edited) If he likes a project Cher, he would love my hallway and stairs, lots of finger marks at different levels of kids growing up Could you send him to me when he has finished your hall I can assure you that having had 5 kids and now 6 grandkids and having been a nanny and childminder for many years he is well used to covering up mucky fingerprints!! We also have a "tide mark" and several large greasy patches where dogs walk along and lean against the walls. They all had to be scrubbed before painting! We solved the eternal problem of a dirty tide mark along the hallway by putting up imitation wood wall boards that scrub down really easily, but the landing gets bad as that is Ebbi's favourite place to lay because she can see out of the hall window. Perhaps pale yellow is not the ideal colour, perhaps dark brown might be better !! x Edited November 1, 2008 by ranirottie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merledogs Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Brrr it's flipping perishing! I am off to Wigan to collect a chair bed to replace the single bed in the ickle bedroom - I prefer chair beds cos they can be put away when not in use and save space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loobie Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I am watching a phone on ebay to replace my v poorly one and in the last couple of minutes has jumped from 99p to £21 this is not good as it is that specific one that I need. and it still has till 9.15pm to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nettie Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I have been looking at lovely artwork by Lisa Ballard of Dream Dog Paintings listed on Pro Galgo's picture auction, for anyone that's interested http://galgogossip.freeforums.org/under-the-hammer-f16.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happylittlegreensquirrel Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I have been looking at lovely artwork by Lisa Ballard of Dream Dog Paintings listed on Pro Galgo's picture auction, for anyone that's interested http://galgogossip.freeforums.org/under-the-hammer-f16.html oh my lord they are stunning , I will have to join up to make a few bids ( I know GS would love one ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtychicken Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Stunning paintings I particularly love Unravelling Klimt's Garden - classic hound I have finally caught up with Bran's blog I haven't updated in nearly 3 weeks so it's taken me hours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted November 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Afternoon I've been watching episodes of Rosemary Shrager and Escape To The Country. It's been a lovely day here. Sunny and bright if a bit chilly. Scooby has been playing with Bracken. Lindsey really sorry for all you have to deal with. Your mum is lucky to have you there making sure she takes the tablets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingipops Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Ooooooh I got a V+ box fitted today I *may* have managed to wangle it for free by telling Virgin Media I was contemplating moving over to Sky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazz Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 ooo well done Ingi! Im looking at packages and how much I can save Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vashti Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Wow, 'smilin the blues away' is beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted November 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Oh yes and I got a letter today saying I need to go for a medical examination to continue to receive incapacity benefit. So I'll be popping along there on 13th November. Bloke I spoke to on the phone (to book the appointment) tried to talk to me like I was an idiot. I've noticed that with every person I've had to deal with at the benefits, job agencies too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemstone Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Evening all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufus the wonderdog Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Oh yes and I got a letter today saying I need to go for a medical examination to continue to receive incapacity benefit. So I'll be popping along there on 13th November. Bloke I spoke to on the phone (to book the appointment) tried to talk to me like I was an idiot. I've noticed that with every person I've had to deal with at the benefits, job agencies too. These are not my favourite people at the moment Had a letter today, after 12 weeks of waiting, saying that I wasn't eligible for mobility allowance (DWP) even though I qualify for a blue badge for my car (county council) As I can manage to walk 50 yards, even though it takes me forever and I have to use my GTN spray, I am considered not to be mobility compromised - WTF All they have used to make this decision is the information I provided on the form, even though I stated that my consultant and GP supported my application, and I gave their names and addresses etc for DWP to contact them to gain a full medical opinion If they gave me a medical the doctor performing that would be instantly able to see that I do fulfill their criteria for the benefit. Now I have to write an appeal letter stating why I disagree with their decision and probably wait another 12 weeks for a new decision. As my SSP runs out in a few weeks I will then have to apply for incapacity benefit and fill out another long form with all the same information on again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houndzrus Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 All they have used to make this decision is the information I provided on the form, even though I stated that my consultant and GP supported my application, and I gave their names and addresses etc for DWP to contact them to gain a full medical opinion If they gave me a medical the doctor performing that would be instantly able to see that I do fulfill their criteria for the benefit. Now I have to write an appeal letter stating why I disagree with their decision and probably wait another 12 weeks for a new decision. I've had training on completing this form, and was told that the staff have approximately 7 minutes to assess the claim. We gat a lot of these turned down and have to go to appeal makes me very angry that genuine needy people are held up in this way. Do you have an advice centre or anyone helping you? A lot of it is down to knowing how to phrase things, and beware of the fact that if is the first review (rather that an apeal) they will phone you out of the blue when you are not prepared, and then probably turn you down again. You need someone fighting your corner. Your local benefits advice line may be able to assist Oh yes and I got a letter today saying I need to go for a medical examination to continue to receive incapacity benefit. So I'll be popping along there on 13th November. Bloke I spoke to on the phone (to book the appointment) tried to talk to me like I was an idiot. I've noticed that with every person I've had to deal with at the benefits, job agencies too. Good luck with that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murtle Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Not sure if it's been mentioned but the RDR guess the mileage competition has a wonderful prize for any that need a little break donated by Sam's Mum which is Either a long weekend or a week in a holiday cottage at St Ives, Cornwall. This is to be taken in either December 2008, January or February 2009. (more details here..... http://www.rykat.org/forums/index.php?show...=43300&hl=) It's only £1 for 5 guesses so an absolute winner for someone!!! xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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