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bsand Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > To my untutored eye the problem seems to be more > the parents rather than the nanny. And who knows > why the child is distressed I would hazard a guess > not spending quality time with their parents > rather some fairly random hired help could be at > the root of it. You're right. Mum and dad should quit their jobs and live off air and fairies, so that they can spend quality time with their offsprings. Or maybe they shouldn't have had a child in the first place. It's 2017, parents go to work and children need childcare. Thanks for the post OP, I wouldn definitely want to know!

Thanks both!

Can anyone recommend a good, and possibly local, career coach? Many thanks

Hello We are getting quotes from both of these firms and would be grateful for any up to date feedback (feel free to PM) to help us make a decision. Many thanks in advance

I have about 50ish photos (in a CD) that need a bit of photoshopping, things like cropping to adjust composition, white balance, exposure and whatever would make the photos look nice. Is there anyone that could provide this service? I am looking for an experience/skilled individual (i.e. not amateur like me). Please PM if interested, with a quote or an idea of price. Many thanks

I'm sorry to hear this and thanks for the heads up

Another recommendation here. Mike from Home Cert turned up within an hour from me calling on a Saturday afternoon, he assessed and explained what the problem was very clearly and did some extra work whilst he was there. I would highly recommend him.

I would just like to add that although it's true that with a nanny you don't need to rush home from work to pick up your sick child from nursery, nannies also get ill sometimes or need an emergency day/time off, hence the issue is still there.

we took the single buggy with the buggy board, as the double buggy wouldn't have fitted in the back of the car with the rest of the baggage! Good luck

You may be able to find something here. http://www.oliverstravels.com

Hello I have a (heavy) 2.9 year old and a 8 months old. We use a Phil&Teds which works quite well but are looking to move to a buggy board arrangement as the toddler is wanting to walk more and more. I have a MacLaren Quest but I can't imagine it working with a buggy board for long distances. Can anyone recommend a good lightweight buggy that works well with a buggy board? E.g.how is the Bugaboo Bee? Thanks very much!

I also recommend Ed - he cut our tree a couple of years ago.

Hello Has anyone got their front garden refurbished and can recommend the builder? We are looking for someone to create a drainage system, tile, put some paving, reshape and render a wall and some steps etc. Many thanks

Thank you, I will call them

Other than ADT - possibly without a contract. Thank you!

I had a Vibe which I hated (too bulky, didn't go through doors etc). I now have a Navigator v2 which works really well for me. Initially I was interested in the Dot (the smallest / lighter), but I read bad reviews re the main seat being too narrow so I changed my mind. Good luck!

I highly recommend K&O Pest Control - efficient, hassle free service. Colin is a lovely chap.

We had Ryan from RSJ Carpentry doing a couple of cabinets and shelves and would highly recommend him. We found him through recommendations on this forum.

Nick came yesterday to clean our gutters and I would highly recommend him: he was punctual, reasonably priced and very pleasant to deal with. As well as cleaning the gutters, he gave us some helpful advice on maintenance. I will use him again. His number is 07966 285679

I would like to second the recommendations for Nick and his team, who did a great job painting a bedroom and some furniture, going the extra mile to ensure things were done to perfection. Nice guys, clean, tidy and respectful of our belongings. The work was done on time and hassle free. Would user them again!

I'm glad you don't have the opportunity to experience what it is like to live with ALS or to care for a family member who has the disease, otherwise it would make perfect sense to you that the greater part of your $100 goes towards making the life of these people a bit better. Research is obviously important (and it is funded by various sources, not just charities) but not the only thing a charity can do for those who are affected.

Jah Lush have you considered that "other program activities" could be in any way related to the support to those who are affected by the disease and their families?

As someone who knows only too well how devastating Motor Neurone Disease (i.e. ALS) is, I can only say that any publicity and the tiniest donation is great. My sister, who is only 36 and has been battling this horrible illness for years, is extremely pleased with the amount of awareness this "campaign" has raised, whether people have donated or not, or done it for exposure/indulgence or not, or whatever their motives are - she is not judging or moaning about the format of the campaign, the amount donated or how much knowledge is shared on the disease or the charities involved. I guess it's a "anything better than nothing" situation, especially considering that at present there is no cure nor prevention for MND, although the research has made progress in the last few years. Here is the link to the Motor Neurone Disease Association for those who want to find out more. http://www.mndassociation.org/ ?2m has been donated so far with this challenge thing. Thanks

I can second the recommendation for Jon Peck - his survey was very detailed and he is still happy to help over an year later when I have questions!

Thanks everyone