gillandjoe

ummmmm, because it wouldn't be a very effective strike if the school is already closed to pupils all day?

Londonmix, you absolutely cannot claim the higher ground... "Also, I think mean pointless comments like GillandJoe's are common place in the Lounge (where people are constantly spoiling for a fight) and unfortunately increasingly on the main thread but very rare in the Family Room. I hope this isn't the start of the entire EDF becoming some place for angry people to heap abuse on others who are having an otherwise productive exchange of information and support." ...after sending me a message calling me a jerk! The hypocrisy and lack of self-awareness is actually pretty funny.

And actually 'jerk' derives from 'jerking off' - as in 'wanker'. So yes Londonmix, it is rude.

Ah yes, you must all stick together on this. Some self-reflection would be far too upsetting! In my original post, I was commenting on the type of language some people were using - you know - 'first world problems'. I wasn't criticising anyone needing advice or sharing tips! I certainly don't think that it justifies being called a 'jerk' in a private message. Would you have had the 'balls' to call me a jerk to my face, Londonmix? You should take your own advice. However, I would be happy to meet up in person and have it out with you if you'd like.

Londonmix sent me a private message in response to something I posted on a thread. I was told to 'stop being a jerk'. While I laughed at the embarrassing use of the word 'jerk', I was actually shocked to have been subjected to a typical form of cyberbullying! Londonmix, are you not a responsible adult, with children to set an example for? If you want to call peope names, do it in the public forum so others can see what you're really like. I have reported you to the administrator and if I receive anything else personally abusive from you, I will endeavour to have you barred.

Some of you sound utterly ridiculous talking about 'surviving' and 'living through' your completely unnecessary displays of wealth and extravagance. Honestly! Have some shame.

I'd like to know what the job opportunity was!

When my son plays at a local playground with astroturf hills he gets friction burns on his wrists and arms! I have to say that I can't think of anything weirder than putting fake grass in your own garden!! It can't possibly ever look natural and it's so wrong in terms of the environment. What kind of world are we living in?!

carol shields unless is a good'un for a young woman

Hello all, My partner and I are getting married locally soon and need a reliable babysitter to babysit our 3 year old in the evening. I'd like to start using them now so that my son is comfortable with him/her by the time the wedding comes round. Any tips or names would be much appreciated. Thank you! :) Gill

Hello Whitechapel is a tiny bit closer but has no lift!

Twickenham or anywhere near there!

Turbine Hall is open again. I love the Royal Festival Hall for the space, and amazing lift with singing voices in it. There is also a rooftop garden with bar above the Hayward. Southbank with kids is the best :)

I have the same! I find a pillow under my knees or between them when I'm on my side helps a lot. I've heard that magnesium can help too?... Mine definitely gets worse when I'm overtired which is the worst because the tingling/cramping stops me from falling asleep!

How about sneezing when your baby is just about to drop off? Or forgetting to put the phone in my pocket on silent?! So many hazards of the game!