IssyM

We've just had some bespoke cupboards and shelves fitted in the alcoves in our living and dining room by Rafal from RWL Carpentry. We're really pleased with them, and we'd be very happy to recommend him on here, having come across him via a recommendation here. The finish is perfect and they're exactly what we wanted. He was very reliable, turned up on time every day, and was super-tidy, even bringing his own vacuum with him. Rafal Wojciech Lubecki http://www.rwlcarpentry.co.uk [email protected] mob: 07749443569

We've got to drive to Heathrow tomorrow at about 5ish. I know the traffic's going to be horrible, but we need to do it. So, does anyone have any advice about the best driving route to try and make it less awful? Thanks!

I go back to work in January 2014, by which time my son will be 10 months old. I'd like a fulltime childminder for him to start then, but I'm not sure when to start phoning around - is it too early now? I'm worried they won't know what their availability will be like in Jan at the moment, but equally I'm keen to get something sorted in plenty of time to save me stressing about it later in the year. Could anyone advise me about this? Also, if anyone has a recommendation for a childminder who will have a vacancy in Jan, could they let me know too? Thanks