Asset

I think it's a case of massive chip on shoulder. Jenny's original post, which came from nowhere, was fantastically vitriolic - something she apparently doesn't like in her neighbour - and she is making some horrendous sweeping generalisations, but others on this forum do that too. In fact I think Jenny made some pretty hateful comments in her original post, which is what she is accusing others of doing. So my point is, she is an utter hypocrite and obviously really unhappy. Let's leave her alone. Just off to polish my crocs

Oh - I've just heard Tinariwen's album - Love it.

"England / UK has had a parliament for almost 900 years - surely, with a very few exceptions, we should have created all the laws we need by now." It's only in recent times (last 100 years) that legislation has come into being in this country, with it probably really kicking in over the last 50. The courts still rely mainly on Common Law and judicial precedent as a means of dispensing justice.

you can get low energy halogen downlighter bulbs. I've got some.

I'm paying about ?50 per month gas & electric with Sainsbury's Energy. I'm in a three bed house with GCH and gas cooker, Mr Asset won't let us use the heating unless it's minus 10 outside (slight exaggeration but not much). I have a small credit balance at the moment. So yes Fractionater, it sounds like you are paying way too much.

much better

sorry - rubbish, that one was hard.

cos they're all in the house with their gins

Great evening out - bit of a scrum getting into cinema as we arrived a bit late and of course the whole of Leicester Square was packed out with the rabble. Free popcorn and fizzy drink in the cinema. Daniel Radcliffe said a few words before the film. 10 Yr old son enjoyed the film (so did I) although he said not enough action. Thanks Nero. Buy you a drink at the forum meet on Friday if you go.

you're one better TT

not a soul did they meet

she'll be cheating Mogs.

the type of singing to which you refer is 'melisma' - overdoing it a la Carey - melismania.

I wouldn't think it matters, they are all the same size. most record shops will sell a slipmat. doin' some scratchin'?

ha ha - that's what I get for sitting at home looking at the forum every two minutes! Thanks Nero, I'll report back tomorrow and let you all know how it is.

contempt of court

I think the only one I'd know out of these is Timothy Spall. Maybe recognise Cheekys if they were in their gold hotpants. Just think - all these famous people passing me everyday possibly and I'm in blissful ignorance.

ok if you need to delete my post oops sorry, hadn't read contempt of court stuff

I have a bit more info on this incident for those that are concerned it may be a case of mistaken identity or for those that are just interested. The man who was apprehended outside Charter school yesterday had attempted something with a girl on her way to school. She got away and the police were called. As she was sitting in the police car reportig the incident she ID'd him driving away in his car. At this point the car was stopped by police and the kerfuffle ensued and he has been arrested. I was told this today by my school's office who had in turn been informed by the police of the developments. The schools are given this information as it is in their interest to be kept abreast of the situation. Of course, it may not be the same guy who has been attempting to abduct girls from local schools in recent days.

Hmmm not easy with a mouse pad.

*Turn that music off - this is the quiet room*

I've got flowers next to the turntable.

best Lionel Ritchie track

don't worry Christopher, all welcome here (as long as you went to school in ED). I'm closer to the village than LL but do have SE22 code, phew!

British justice system - innocent util proven guilty. I suppose the poor kids are going to have to do a positive ID on him before any charges can be brought. Unless he is already known to the police and shouldn't be near schools. He fitted the description though according to the person who saw it this morning and I suppose the police wouldn't have jumped on him unless they were fairly sure. He may have tried something and they were watching. Apparently he put up a fight.