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Hi everyone, I?m looking for a novice running buddy to help me get fit again! Maybe 3-4 times a week outside working hours in North or West Dulwich (East fine too). I warn you, I?m not fit, I used to be two years ago, expect to be a real puffmonster at first, but I?m hoping you will be at a similar level and we?ll give each other some motivation! I?d love to be more active and healthy (and lose those COVID pounds). Maybe the odd glass of wine or coffee afterwards too! Let me know if of interest.

Hi Sue, I don't have the contact details for the buyers so can't ask. Sadly, I think I'll leave it - time is running out and very busy with the move, plus if it's the wrong time of year I'm worried I'll ruin perfectly good plants for nothing or leave the garden looking patchy. Thanks everyone for your advice and, next time, I'll start planning this sort of thing differently!

Thanks Sue, maybe you are right. I spent thousands of pounds on plants over the last seven years and didn't want it to go to waste completely - plus I thought I could save some ?? in the future if I took some with me - plus worried they might die with new owners moving in if they're less interested in gardening! I'll look at the websites and take a view if trying to take any cuttings is sensible. Thanks for the best wishes for the move - very stressful!

Hi PlantPower and Sue - really good advice, thanks. I'll have a look at both sites whether I secure a gardener or not. Thanks!

Hello, I'm flexible as I don't want to damage them or do the work unnecessarily. There are hydrangeas, baby sage, ferns, rose, jasmine, heuchera, fuchsia and a lot more. I wanted the gardener/expert to give me a view and then I'd pick the ones that might survive and take only those to the new house.

3 June: Hello, I live in central ED and am looking for a good, experienced gardener to come in the next few days to clear, weed, and most importantly prepare cuttings for me to take to my next house (also in Dulwich). (House move imminent and booked gardener not responding, hence the urgency.) Will also need a regular gardener longer-term so if this first visit works out it could lead to regular work. Please reply if you are available, experienced in cuttings and ready! No symptoms and can follow all social distancing measures. Thank you.

I booked for Walid to come twice, taking time off work each time and rushing around to be at home. He didn't turn up either time and there was no contact or message to let me know. I had to chase him hours into the agreed slot and then he responded, but there was no apology, nothing. I understand people get busy or held up but contacting your customers is essential - not to mention courteous. Other busy people, beware!

vshah Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Hi there, my account has been blocked - not sure > why. I don't use the EDF very often but I did want > to post a couple of items this week. I tried > attaching images to draft posts but nothing > happened and then I got a message stating that my > account has been blocked. Can you help? A huge > thanks in advance....

Contact Celia Hammond Lewisham or Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. They will help. New regulations came into force last year that only charities and licensed sellers etc. can sell animals - and that with certain legislation. Most owners who want to pass on their kittens, puppies and so on are lovely and responsible in the way they treat the animals and in who they decide to give their animals to - but still too many instances of neglect and cruelty are being reported - the shelters are full to the brim of these poor animals. So sites like this are being more careful. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/animal-welfare-boosted-by-new-law-coming-into-force

Hi there, my account has been blocked - not sure why. I don't use the EDF very often but I did want to post a couple of items this week. I tried attaching images to draft posts but nothing happened and then I got a message stating that my account has been blocked. Can you help? A huge thanks in advance....

Hi there. I?m interested but I?m in ED and would find Friday afternoons difficult. If she could manage Thursdays in ED (10 min bus ride) then please PM me! Thanks so much.

I heard that reporting a dog will show up when you try to sell your property (i.e. that you reported a noise issue) and it could be a deterrent for buyers. I hope you find who is responsible and they either train their dog to stop barking (it's possible), get a dog-sitter, or take their dog out with them more. Good luck.

Hi, having grown up on home-cooked Indian food I am always interested to see what the Indian restaurants in London are like. In my opinion, there are too many in Dulwich and some aren't great - bland and not high quality. However, two stand out from the crowd for me, and that is JAFLONG TANDOORI (not the Jaflong on Lordship Lane, but the one near Goose Green roundabout at 42 East Dulwich Road). Really delicious, a varied menu and friendly, authentic service. We have our monthly book club here and I've never been disappointed. I also like TANDOORI NIGHTS on Lordship Lane - inventive, interesting menu and very respectful staff. A bit pricier, but elegant. The fact I'm now getting the odd delivery from JAFLONG, in addition to our regular meetings there, is testimony to their yummy food I guess!

Hi all, just had my first experience with Nath Solicitors. A little hesitant at first because it was a small job, but then she must have had a rethink as she called back, a lot more constructive and gave some good advice. Good luck!

I'll be there! Can't wait. Commonwealth by Ann Patchett is good so far, hope to have finished it by Thursday!

Hello - East Dulwich resident, looking for friendly expert with gardening and fencing skills (ideally), to move one fence post (back fence is currently crooked due to neglect by previous owners). Possibly replace the whole fence if budget allows. And some weeding and planting - beds plus window boxes. The gardening could become a regular slot. Please contact me via PM as soon as possible - I'd quite like to meet people within the week as this is fairly urgent.

Hi there I read your message, and the other posts on here about this, and really feel for you Lee. It's your home, your private space, and you're having it regularly and thoughtlessly interrupted and ruined by your neighbour's behaviour. A few years ago I moved house and area because of my neighbour's aggressive behaviour, shouting and swearing (often directed at me - I stood it for seven years and then sold up and came to Dulwich). So I'm hugely sympathetic. The ideal is the noise stopping or Southwark Council acting, and from the sounds of it this will remain in 'ideal' territory i.e. it won't happen, or there'll be even more conflict with your neighbour. After a while, as much as one hates it, one has to go with the realities. So my suggestion is, and you may not like it, but the priority has to be you and your peace of mind... can't you offer to erect the layer or barrier you mentioned on their fence? Some kind of noise-abating substance, I think you called it an 'acoustic baffle', so even if they do kick the ball, the sound is softer and more muffled? Or, if as you say it isn't expensive, offer them half the money to do this? I know this isn't right, and they 'should' stop or do this themselves but if they won't, then this could be the compromise. Not ideal - I appreciate that - but anything to get rid of the sound of that blasted kicking, right? I hope this is helpful - you have my best wishes for a speedy resolution.

Hello! ED book-lover here, starting a new book club. The ones around are great but I can't do the evenings they're on. I'm thinking monthly, probably Thursdays or Fridays, 7pm, with a drink or two. After a few meetings I hope a group of 8-15 will form who 'become' the club and we have some continuity. As for the books, I'm flexible but there'll be a leaning towards high-end commercial and literary fiction. We can take turns choosing books. If you're interested, PM me. When I've got enough people together we'll set up the first meeting. I'll take care of that - it will be a caf? or bar on Lordship Lane in August or September. Can't wait!

Hi there, I'm a local and would like to join you on the 19th if you have spaces available? Can you let me know, Chick?

Oh my word! My garden has been a mess for so long, and I (for the second time) emailed Fernando. He responded very quickly, was available at short notice, and came round. He has managed to do in 7 hours today what most gardeners would take 2 days to do, all of which he has done cheerfully, tidily and at a very reasonable price - he even brings plastic shoe coverings so he doesn't mess up the carpets. He is so trustworthy and sweet as well. I can really recommend Fernando for anyone who needs a thorough job in their garden. He has done weeding and tidying up for me today, but I know he can do and does a lot more. His details are [email protected].

HI Laura, can you confirm your email as I just tried (new client enquiry) and it bounced. I'm interested. Thanks.

Hi Kate Really encouraged by your recommendation and have just got in touch with them, we'll see what they come back with. My job is possibly bigger - loft conversion, two extensions, landscape garden - pretty much a complete house renovation - would you recommend them for this size job too? Thank you - appreciate it.

I wanted to add a postscript to my earlier feedback on Gokay. I had 2 x 10 sessions with him, and after a fantastic start it slipped. He was forgetful and could be a little careless, but the main thing was how defensive he'd get over even the slightest constructive feedback. What a shame, as he's a nice chap, just needs a more mature approach!