have they put money into the house (improvements/decorated etc.)? If not, then you can point out that you're more than paying their mortgage already and that interest rates didn't go up

you've had a long day, 404

hate to scare everyone, but it's friday the 13th...

hey - i'm not up alone!

Yup, we've witnessed some of your 'moments' (I've been on the receiving end too ) Not making light of your situation, otto; I get that way too sometimes. It might be good therapy to get out while the sun is shining and just breathe. I find woodlands very soothing - could you take tomorrow off and get to one?

De ar inte alla karlar som bar byxor.

Skal!

So sad to have missed the occasion - happy belated anniversary sylvester (loved the speech btw). Now if everyone could raise their glasses for a toast... (champagne)

Wondering why you've gone veggie chrisrolinski? Although, personally I will applaud any/all your reasons... jealous of the weight loss thing though. Like h, I don't seem to have that 'trouble'. Not being vegan, I add cream to sauses and fry things in butter - tastes great, but eat in moderation.

I've found that, after not eating any meat for about 15 years that the thought and smell actually repulse me, but I remember the cravings when I first switched. Are you struggling at all?

(You're right, btw

LOL What have I started?? Admit it, y'all were dying for a distraction!

And there you go again, coastie, you cheeky thing

LOL What have I started?? Admit it, y'all were dying for a distraction!

And there you go again, coastie, you cheeky thing

Sorry I can't help either Esenboga - but I had to post; couldn't help myself...

I have privately tutored many children (I'm a qualified teacher), both from very privileged families and from single-parent families where mum/dad makes real sacrifices to help their child in any way they can. Most would love to be in a position to 'tutor' their own children but need an 'expert' to help. I must agree with jojo about not judging others - we all do what we can to get by.

Esenboga, I hope your experiences of the forum improve and you're not left with too bad an impression of us

you've lost me sylvester, but I think I'm impressed -

and as for you, coastman... tut tut tut. I didn't know you had a mean streak

this is post no.974 - stick a '1' in front and it's my birth year, so I'm havin' it!

Don't know if 'advertising' is allowed, but I get most of my sports related equipment from a place called 'Decathlon' - is there one near you, juno? They have lots of stock, across the price range and you would be able to get fitted up for something more appropriate at a price to match your budget.