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Forum: General Chat Yesterday, 10:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 580
Posted By ERICSMUM
Thanks everyone for very useful info. . I love...

Thanks everyone for very useful info. . I love the idea of them going to people in Africa.
Forum: General Chat Yesterday, 11:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 580
Posted By ERICSMUM
Prescription spectacles

Now I’ve had both cataracts done, I don’t need my prescription specs, just reading glasses for - well, reading ☺️

I’ve got several paid of specs of various prescriptions from over the years. ...
Forum: General Chat 24 Mar 24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,889
Posted By ERICSMUM
Another story. My sister and I learned at...

Another story.

My sister and I learned at the same time. On one of her lessons the instructor told her to turn down a side road - which she saw was the wrong end of a one-way street 😱.

I...
Forum: General Chat 24 Mar 24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,889
Posted By ERICSMUM
I passed the second test I completed. I...

I passed the second test I completed.

I failed the first, started the second but a passerby stopped to say I had a puncture 🤬. The test man said it was a slow puncture & he was obliged to cancel...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Mar 24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,676
Posted By ERICSMUM
Personally I’d use the extra 3 days to go to the...

Personally I’d use the extra 3 days to go to the coast - Clearwater Beach for me. A boat trip, shopping and beach time. I always have a car & its an easy drive.
Forum: TV and Film 23 Mar 24, 03:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 318
Posted By ERICSMUM
I’m not a fan now that Jethro has left !

I’m not a fan now that Jethro has left !
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 24, 01:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 515
Posted By ERICSMUM
Thanks everyone, you’ve given me some points to...

Thanks everyone, you’ve given me some points to bear in mind when I get someone round to inspect & quote. House is 54 years old.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 19 Mar 24, 01:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 865
Posted By ERICSMUM
The branch on the 192 was nearly empty last Nov. ...

The branch on the 192 was nearly empty last Nov. First time for many years that I didn’t buy anything. A great shame but let’s hope they can turn it around.
Forum: General Chat 18 Mar 24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 515
Posted By ERICSMUM
Insulating & flooring a loft

I know this is a “piece of string” question !

Can anyone give me a very rough idea of the cost to replace insulation on the floor of the loft and cover with boards please.

Small detached 3...
Forum: General Chat 15 Mar 24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,410
Posted By ERICSMUM
Colette always chooses her words wisely...

Colette always chooses her words wisely 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Forum: General Chat 12 Mar 24, 12:47 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,191
Posted By ERICSMUM
There’s been so much rain in Essex for the past...

There’s been so much rain in Essex for the past couple of months. We’ve had areas of bad flooding in Chelmsford. Usually one of the driest areas in the country.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Mar 24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,804
Posted By ERICSMUM
I have insurance with my Nat West Bank account. ...

I have insurance with my Nat West Bank account. I had a one hour phone call with them last year to add a new ailment and they said they had to go through all my medical history again. I’ve got...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 Mar 24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 189
Views: 14,670
Posted By ERICSMUM
Apols, I haven’t read all posts so I might be...

Apols, I haven’t read all posts so I might be repeating comments.

I really can’t stomach the smell of the turkey legs, and the look of them is as bad - big ugly brown greasy things which remind me...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Mar 24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 520
Posted By ERICSMUM
I agree that any time is sales time at the...

I agree that any time is sales time at the outlets ! I admit that the Saturday after Black Friday was fab, best I’ve seen it for offers & bargains. I got there for opening and dashed round...
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 704
Posted By ERICSMUM
I now have 4 great nieces and 4 great nephews,...

I now have 4 great nieces and 4 great nephews, ages 4 days through to 10 years ! They are all a delight. Birthdays and Christmas (and clothes shopping for them in Fla) cost me a fortune. I love it...
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 704
Posted By ERICSMUM
Congrats ! Fabulous name. 🥰

Congrats ! Fabulous name. 🥰
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Mar 24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,709
Posted By ERICSMUM
I take a small bottle of Olbas oil with me and...

I take a small bottle of Olbas oil with me and sniff a few drops on a tissue throughout the flight to clear my sinuses. I find it helps. Don’t know if Olbas pastilles would be as effective, I must...
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,151
Posted By ERICSMUM
I haven’t seen the Boots ad, I’m curious now and...

I haven’t seen the Boots ad, I’m curious now and must watch out for it 😱.

Agree about the pot noodle, that makes me queasy 🤢
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,267
Posted By ERICSMUM
Someone told me that as long as the first and...

Someone told me that as long as the first and last letters are correct, the mind can read the whole word.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Mar 24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,760
Posted By ERICSMUM
I don’t know about the US but UK banks have...

I don’t know about the US but UK banks have really increased their fees for “processing” bank notes for businesses in recent years. Obviously faced with this, cards are preferred to a great extent.
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 10,736
Posted By ERICSMUM
I’m no prude but I cannot bear to hear swear...

I’m no prude but I cannot bear to hear swear words in tv dramas. It ‘jars’ somehow, although oddly it doesn’t bother me in programmes such as reality police or hospital shows.
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,656
Posted By ERICSMUM
I think his and hers showers are the way to go !

I think his and hers showers are the way to go !
Forum: Accommodation 7 Mar 24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,012
Posted By ERICSMUM
Rosen Shingle Creek is my favourite too but if I...

Rosen Shingle Creek is my favourite too but if I can get a much better price for Rosen Plaza or Rosen Centre I will take it.
Forum: General Chat 7 Mar 24, 02:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 704
Posted By ERICSMUM
I’ve got a new great-nephew !

3 weeks after my post about my new great-niece, the stork dropped by again on Tues morning and brought George Christopher, 7 lbs 10oz.

George is a cousin for Millie who arrived on 13 Feb, and is...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Mar 24, 02:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,074
Posted By ERICSMUM
On Int Drive the Rosen Centre hotel has a lovely...

On Int Drive the Rosen Centre hotel has a lovely breakfast buffet. Not cheap but as a treat it can’t be beat !
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Mar 24, 02:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 803
Posted By ERICSMUM
Is that the one near the junction with Sandlake,...

Is that the one near the junction with Sandlake, round the back of some shops ? It was very run down in 2022.
Forum: Accommodation 6 Mar 24, 02:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,012
Posted By ERICSMUM
I stayed at the Rosen Plaza last Nov, first time...

I stayed at the Rosen Plaza last Nov, first time in 10 years and it was just as nice as I remember. Freshly decorated throughout (as far as I could see), bar, coffee shop etc still there. I much...
Forum: Accommodation 6 Mar 24, 02:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,012
Posted By ERICSMUM
Are you talking about Rosen Inn at the Pointe ?

Are you talking about Rosen Inn at the Pointe ?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 6 Mar 24, 02:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,406
Posted By ERICSMUM
Blimey that’s a busy area at the best of times. ...

Blimey that’s a busy area at the best of times. I hate having to turn left onto Turkey Lake, takes ages at those lights.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 3 Mar 24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 795
Posted By ERICSMUM
I like Ulta’s own make up brand.

I like Ulta’s own make up brand.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 29 Feb 24, 02:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,452
Posted By ERICSMUM
The Radley store at premium outlets on Vineland...

The Radley store at premium outlets on Vineland were selling most bags for $100 last Nov.
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 266
Posted By ERICSMUM
Boots No7 Hydra Luminous

Has anyone tried this range, for dry skin ?

It’s more expensive than I would usually pay but I would if it’s worth it.

Thanks as always
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 02:16 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,439
Posted By ERICSMUM
Agreed. Or even a thumbs-up, a nod & a smile...

Agreed. Or even a thumbs-up, a nod & a smile etc. An acknowledgement.
Forum: TV and Film 22 Feb 24, 10:35 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,691
Posted By ERICSMUM
They don’t even know what some of the items are 😱

They don’t even know what some of the items are 😱
Forum: General Chat 21 Feb 24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,739
Posted By ERICSMUM
Ben’s lovely 🥰 I’ve been thinking of Rodger...

Ben’s lovely 🥰

I’ve been thinking of Rodger but I didn’t like to ask in case you didn’t have him any longer. So glad he’s got a new friend. xxx
Forum: General Chat 19 Feb 24, 01:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,497
Posted By ERICSMUM
What about one of the large accountancy/project...

What about one of the large accountancy/project consultancy firms such as KPMG ? Obviously based in London but will have some offices elsewhere around the country.
Forum: General Chat 19 Feb 24, 01:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 992
Posted By ERICSMUM
I’d keep it in dollars then, until you decide. ...

I’d keep it in dollars then, until you decide. If you go somewhere other than the US, take your dollars with you and change in a bank or bureau de change. It will go direct from dollars to the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Feb 24, 01:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 846
Posted By ERICSMUM
I used ULTRASUN spf50 last Nov on a Caribbean...

I used ULTRASUN spf50 last Nov on a Caribbean cruise and it was very good. First time I’d tried it because it was quite expensive.
Forum: General Chat 15 Feb 24, 02:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 10,948
Posted By ERICSMUM
Retired bank manager. International banking for...

Retired bank manager. International banking for 38 years and I loved 80% of it !
Forum: Shopping in Florida 14 Feb 24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,304
Posted By ERICSMUM
I was in that Michael’s last Nov and I was...

I was in that Michael’s last Nov and I was rendered speechless by the vast amount of yarn. So many different textures, thicknesses and colours, like an Aladdin’s cave.
Prices seem reasonable,...
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