karen1

Thanks for the feedback, especially the advice on googling 'how to build a balanced portfolio ' it led me to all sorts of useful sites which gave me the same info as an advisor but for free.I feel more confident now to make some informed decisions.

Has anyone had dealings with a financial advisor? Have they proved their worth? I've met with two, they charged between ?2800-3000 for advice and implementation of advice,then it was up to 1.8% Of the total funds each year to actively manage it.I was wondering if anyone has used one and found it beneficial.

We are happy to have a look at your decking and give a quote for remedial work. There are examples of our work on www.earthworksgardens.co.uk. Karen

If I'm doing a job for someone and there are materials involved I will ask for 25% upfront but they will have a contract stating terms of business and a receipt for the payment.

FR JONES AND SONS in Sydenham.they are on a trading estate next to screwfix.

They are in dulwich park and now outside blue mountain cafe!! Love it:)

I run a garden landscaping company and am looking for a labourer who can occasionally help out on an as needed basis. Experience not essential but applicant needs to be Reasonably fit. Reply by private message only.

Turners, Barry Road. Excellent service every time.

Hi all I am desperately looking for a qualified tv aerial specialist. Since switching to digital the picture on out tv is rubbish and think its due to aerial on roof being effected by wind and rain as that's when it's totally distorted. Any recommendations will be appreciated Many thanks in advance

A warning to other motorists.Late this afternoon I pulled up ouside my house in Lacon Road.I locked my van ,but left windows very slightly open.I went indoors to change out of my work clothes and came out ten minutes later to find window had beed forced down .They had stolen two pairs of sunglasses and a minidisc player.A strange thing though-they had also taken out a drill but had left it beside the van,not sure if it was because they saw it was security marked or they were disturbed. So to all motorists,wind-up windows and always put alarm on,even if you are only leaving vehicle for a few minutes

Im sure that was my dad you talked to,he wasn't a professional cyclist but he was a very keen one. He was a member of Catford Cycling Club and used to take part in time trials, most of the time he finished in the top three which was pretty good as he was the oldest member.

Thank you for all your lovely messages ( of which some of them I read out at his funeral ) it is lovely to know that so many kind people chatted to him and looked out for him. We gave him a good send off !! Mandi thank you for you message Jed passed away several years ago :( Karen

Hi East Dulwich does any kind person out there have a cd that I can borrow for my fathers funeral of, it's a wonderful world Louis Armstrong. I require it by Tuesday am and can return it Friday Regards Karen

Hi Lynne Yes we did his name was shep!

Thank you for the kind messages Karenx

To all the lovely people of east dulwich who may remember my father Tony and his 4 legged buddy Jed his old English sheep dog. For many years he would walk around the area with a big friendly smile chatting up the ladies! For the last few years he has suffered from ill health and has been house bound and sadly on April 7th he passed away peacefully aged 90 years. I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all those people who looked out for him and made sure he was ok on some of his not so good days! My fathers funeral will take place on Thursday 19th April 3.15pm at Honor Oak Crematorium and afterwards we will meet at Vintage Pretty's on Northcross Road around 4pm. Karen x

James Barber ,the councillor,has contacted me and is taking up the case with Soutwark Parking as he has looked at the site and feels that the ticket was unfairly issued.I will let you know the outcome.

Has anyone else challenged getting a ticket for being in the loading bay ouside Dulwich DIY ? Last week I received a PCN for being in a bus lane before 10 am ,after which restrictions are lifted. I didn't drive down the bus lane ,I just entered the section which was marked off as loading,but it is before the sign saying that 'bus lane ends'. There are two poles next to the loading bay ,but they don't have any signs on them to say that there is any time restrictions on loading. I have challenged the notice, stating these facts but they have rejected it.The guys in Dulwich DIY told me im the 6th person yhey know of that has been fined for this offence. Should I challenge this again or just pay up in case they double the fine to ?130, does anyone know if I have a case?

Thanks for all of the maps ,advice and the beers.I feel quite confident now in just getting a car ,pre-booking the first night and then just finding accommadation along the way.See you end of september.

Has anyone travelled around California by campervan.Im looking to do this in September but,after adding up milage costs and fees for sites,Im thinking it could be cheaper to travel by car and stay in guest houses.Any advice or information would be much appreciated.

Iv'e had a Fisher Space pen for years and would highly recommend them.I use it outside when its wet for marking wood when im making decks-its brilliant, refills last for ages.

I just wanted to let all you lovely,kind people of east dulwich kno.w that Jed,the old English sheep dog,died on friday the 21st.Many of you might not know his name but would would have known who he was as he was a familiar sight walking around the local area with the old man who is my dad.We are both missing him very much as he was such a gentle,loving animal.We are now thinking of giving a home to a couple of rescue cats.

hi I am the daughter of man walking dog.I would just like to say a big thank you to everyone who looks-out for him and jed,its good to know that community spirit still exists and that there are decent people out there.