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IlonaM

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  1. I have this one this morning.
  2. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shine-through-the-darkness-towns-across-the-uk-along-thames-london-eye-tickets-89162536547 LONDON (The London events listed here have been checked with Met Police and are co-ordinating with the policing plan to ensure safety) Shine through the Darkness/ Not in Our Name, LONDON 31st Jan 10.30pm-11.30pm , beside the Thames ,Queen?s Walk London South Bank, north/east of London Eye. (Twitter @our_kate ) For legal reasons please don?t demonstrate within the park, and keep public right of way passable. "If you're not indifferent then don't be invisible. SHOW that Farage and Johnson don?t speak for you. Stand up for the values and rights which are under attack and express our hope for eventual reunion. Let phone torches be seen shimmering a message of solidarity beside the Thames, and shine a light on the lack of consent (from younger generations, from the devolved countries etc.) and lack of accountability (think Russia Report etc) that is involved in Brexit. Keys jingle, symbolising the protections and freedoms we are determined to fight for.? Spread the word, it's down to YOU! This Initiative has zero pence funding. 31st Jan 2.30-5.30pm A bientot/see you soon procession Downing Street-St John Smith Square European Commission offices 31st Jan 5-8pm Mayor's Event for European Londoners on Brexit Day City Hall 31st Jan 5.30-11.30pm Don?t Make Citizens Pay the Price of Brexit New Europeans? silent march and candlelit vigil for citizens? rights, route and location TBC in coordination with Met Police)
  3. Events for those who want to show solidarity with our EU friends and family: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shine-through-the-darkness-towns-across-the-uk-along-thames-london-eye-tickets-89162536547 LONDON (The London events listed here have been checked with Met Police and are co-ordinating with the policing plan to ensure safety) Shine through the Darkness/ Not in Our Name, LONDON 31st Jan 10.30pm-11.30pm , beside the Thames ,Queen?s Walk London South Bank, north/east of London Eye. (Twitter @our_kate ) For legal reasons please don?t demonstrate within the park, and keep public right of way passable. "If you're not indifferent then don't be invisible. SHOW that Farage and Johnson don?t speak for you. Stand up for the values and rights which are under attack and express our hope for eventual reunion. Let phone torches be seen shimmering a message of solidarity beside the Thames, and shine a light on the lack of consent (from younger generations, from the devolved countries etc.) and lack of accountability (think Russia Report etc) that is involved in Brexit. Keys jingle, symbolising the protections and freedoms we are determined to fight for.? Spread the word, it's down to YOU! This Initiative has zero pence funding. 31st Jan 2.30-5.30pm A bientot/see you soon procession Downing Street-St John Smith Square European Commission offices 31st Jan 5-8pm Mayor's Event for European Londoners on Brexit Day City Hall 31st Jan 5.30-11.30pm Don?t Make Citizens Pay the Price of Brexit New Europeans? silent march and candlelit vigil for citizens? rights, route and location TBC in coordination with Met Police)
  4. Nicholas Parsons https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/jan/28/nicholas-parsons-host-of-just-a-minute-dies-aged-96
  5. Hi, Phoning 101 is the way to report non-emergency issues (999 for police/fire/ambulance emergencies). Sometimes you can be on hold for a long time, so I have reported non-urgent crime/issues online at: https://www.met.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/how-to-report-a-crime/ I'm glad yoy are OK. Like all cities we have our fair share of crimes and at the moment moped muggings seem to be prevalent throughout London.
  6. Alan Medic Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > > > She has lived here over 30 years but when it comes > to unexpectedly having to prove it, it's not > necessarily easy. THink of sources like GP/dental surgeries/hospital (maternity/op/treatment etc.)/colleges/schools/universities/employers etc. for a certificate/letter/document confirming registration with surgery etc. x number of years ago. Have a look on the Free Movement webite (see my post above) for other ideas. Immigration lawyers have to be quite creative in the kinds of records that they use to demonstrate a historical timeline.
  7. DiD Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > urgh, she was getting much better, then annoyingly > seemed to turn again, attacking me twice > yesterday, including chasing me up the stairs! Big > problem seems to be that she senses my fear, but > yes I'm scared! She seems fine with the > husband.... How long do I give this?! There may well be setbacks, but if you've noticed a trend in improved behaviour you're heading in the right direction!! Keep your nerve and act cofident & calm even if you are nervous around her. Cats, along with dogs, horses etc., pick up on your energy and will mirror it. If you're nervous or scared, she will react to that. Stand tall and don't give her someone to chase. It's tiring, but it sounds as if you're all doing brilliantly in helping her settle into life as a calmer more well-adjusted cat.
  8. Irwin Mitchell, though not local (Holborn), have a very good reputation and a team dealing with children's accidents. Have a look at their website: https://www.irwinmitchell.com/personal/personal-injury-compensation/accidents-in-public-places-claims/childrens-accident-claims When I was in practice I signposted clients to the firm for PI cases. IM offer a free first consultation and proceed on no win/no fee. I don't suggest using an umbrella service like National Accident Helpline (mixed quality and can end up with a solicitor in another part of the country).
  9. Jules-and-Boo Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > if you have parakeets, song birds will stay away. > I'd rather have the little birds in our trees and > the little robins who visit when i go outside. On the contrary, in my garden I have songbirds (blackbirds, two regular robins, a wren, various tits etc.), woodpeckers, nuthatches, chaffinches, et al. who are all visiting daily alongside the parakeets, magpies and beastly pidgeons. On observation the parakeets do not deter or harass the smaller birds and the only combat flying is between the robins and tits.
  10. We have quite a few down the Horniman end of Underhill and, as already mentioned, they're lovely to look at, very entertaining and no more noisy than magpies and crows. I haven't noticed them upseting the local wildlife. They are part of South London now, so enjoy.
  11. Hi Did, One other thought to consider. Do you have a lot of local neighbourhood cats? Is she seeing and/or sensing their presence in the garden and outside windows? You mentioned that she does not stay in the garden long. This might be a territorial/anxiety/fear element as well. I hope you can help her calm down and feel more secure as you're all having a very upsetting and challenging time at the moment. Wishing you all the best, Ilona
  12. Thanks for this. Very useful to know.
  13. They are brighter, but compared to the orangey glow of the street lights I can see at the end of Underhill on Lordship Lane the new ones seem to offer better lighting (security) for people walking home in the dark. I agree the tone could be warmer, but not sure whether Southwark would make the effort to adjust them.
  14. I'm sure you'll get to the bottom of this. Shaun, Rory and Topaz are three very good vets at the Neighbourhood Vets. Topaz has cats of her own (not sure whether Shaun does!). I can find it challenging to trim P's nails and the vets and nurses at the NV step in on occasion if she really screams blue murder and I can't do it for a while. Your little one is at an age where she's challenging boundaries and maybe wasn't properly socialised when she was younger or taken away from mother too soon perhaps?, so doesn't know boundaries. It must be very difficult for you and your son to feel it necessary to tiptoe around her in fear of a strong reaction to you guys having some fun and I'm sure with time and practice you'll be able to feel more and more confident around her as hopefully her behaviour calms down (even if she remains an occasional quirky cat like Monkey's). If she can open doors she's an intelligent young lady!!! I'm sure the vets can give you some good advice and I have found loads of helpful things both online and in books (one of my favourites is Catlopaedia A Complete Guide to Cat Care by JM Evans & Kay White - deals with everything from health to behaviour - I think I found mine secondhand on Amazon or Abebooks). I also used to watch 'My Cat From Hell' when it was on tv - also available on YouTube - you'd be surprised how many people have similar problems in terms of overly strong play/attacking family and visitors and he had very positive and constructive advice which had good results. It's worth a google. My cat is more of a very early riser demanding attention and breakfast, rather than overstimulated play/aggressive, so I have not had your experience. That said I had a steep learning curve with P on chronic health issues, but she is a wonderful cat and I don't regret adopting her when she was already a pensioner! It took time to get to know her and to get into a good routine, but it is worth the effort.
  15. Was just wondering how much play you all engage in with her. If she's bored or is an intelligent, energetic lass she might decide your leg/foot/hand would make super prey. You can find interactive toys for when you're out (even diy ideas online!) and playing with long handled prey toys or laser pens, so that you are not close enough to swat/grab etc., helps drain some of that youthful energy. BTW my cat is geriatric (20+), but still likes to chase a laser pen and other prey-like toys on a regular basis! There are some excellent ideas online for diy toys and someone has even written a book. One way for your son to start having more positive experiences with her might be by planning imaginative ways to entertain and challenge her and then bringing those ideas into being by making some diy toys and cardboard castles etc. It could be a family project!
  16. DiD Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > She's almost 2 years old. She's still a teenager/young adult. I think that calm responses from you - not rewarding her unwanted behaviour with yelps etc. - and calm, consistent and patient routine will help over time. Vets can be very helpful with behavioural issues once medical issues dismissed. Hang on in there.
  17. Three months is a very short time - patient persistence over a longer period and working on all of the advice you've 'already tried' over time may well bring positive results. You don't know her past history and how she has been treated in the past so it is going to be a slow process.You haven't mentioned her age, estimated or known.
  18. Have you taken her for a check-up at the vets? She could be in pain or have another medical issue which could be resolved thereby remedying her behaviour. If the vet gives her the all-clear you could think about behaviourists - lots of advice online (ie US behaviourist Jackson Galaxy has a website & youtube channel and has worked with cats where he has advised vet check for medical cause before looking at behavioural issues). Don't give up. Try Felliway or similar and work on slowly building trust and confidence. Another thought, as you have a busy house with people coming and going, have you thought of giving her some high perches where she can observe the action from above without being uncomfortably in the middle of it unless she wants to be? These might be a cat tree, high accessible shelf, top of cupboard etc. A lot of cats feel safe having a high spot they can retreat to, but still be part of the household.
  19. I saw them working on them the other day (Horniman end). I'll have a look out tonight after dark and see what I think. So far have only seen them alight at dusk. May be a big ask to get them changed for a warmer tone, but you could try!!
  20. Sue Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Lots of loud bird song the last couple of days. > > Very welcome, of course, but a bit early in the > year for it, isn't it?? Loads of early risers in Underhill too. I love the dawn chorus.
  21. Sue Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > > My cherry is in blossom. Barmy. > > > Some cherries are winter-flowering. > > Is it this one? > > > https://www.ornamental-trees.co.uk/prunus-subhirte > lla-autumnalis-rosea-tree-p225/s13045?utm_medium=c > pc&utm_term=prunus-subhirtella-apos-autumnalis-ros > ea-apos-form-pruned-amp-sh-form-pruned-shaped-tree > -supplied-size-150-200cm-root-type-10l-pot-prau10l > 150-200&utm_campaign=froogle&gclid=CjwKCAiA3OzvBRB > XEiwALNKDP3OBgYJcL6eV-uOmdtGceDEhDx90klBPUcLyR5yEk > 6YeEARgj437MxoCcJoQAvD_BwE > I've been here a few years now and it is more of an early Spring cherry!! It's very pretty in an otherwise wintery-looking garden, but jumping the gun a wee bit.
  22. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/cat-owners-government-plans-microchip-fine-prosecution-a9267396.html
  23. My Filofax diary was wrong as well. No JohnL, not greedy at all!!! I thought the same thing!
  24. 'More than 150,000 people have signed a petition to prevent Iain Duncan Smith ? the architect of universal credit and the ?bedroom tax? ? from receiving his knighthood. The Conservative MP?s inclusion in the New Year?s Honours list sparked a furious response from those who argued his reforms to the welfare system had pushed thousands into poverty and contributed to premature deaths. The petition, launched by NHS psychiatrist Dr Mona Kamal Ahmed on Friday, claims Mr Duncan Smith is ?responsible for some of the cruellest, most extreme welfare reforms this country has ever seen?. It referenced the United Nations inquiry into Britain?s welfare system during his stewardship of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), which concluded the government was responsible for ?grave and systemic violations? of the rights of disabled people. Dr Ahmed branded his ennoblement ?an insult to the hundreds of thousands of vulnerable individuals across this country who are suffering as a result of his policies and to those who have tragically lost loved ones as a direct result?....' Independent article: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/iain-duncan-smith-knighthood-petition-honours-universal-credit-bedroom-welfare-a9263661.html Petition link: http://chng.it/bwLSfZQjRK
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