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  1. J

    SPEEDING CAR

    They could have just said to you "that is inappropriate, next time there will be consequences" or something. No need to sack you over a joke. Yes, 40 years ago we got away with saying a lot of things we probably shouldn't have. Still, there needs to be a bit of leniency in these things.
  2. J

    Creepy message ‘etched’ into homeowner’s shower screen door leaves the internet on edge

    Children are often more sensitive to these things than adults. My cousin who was about 2 at the time, started crying and wouldn't be calmed. My grandmother asked that whatever it was to be shown to her, and she saw a ghostly figure at the top of the stairs. Turns out the place was actually...
  3. J

    Are you eating cake wrong? Etiquette expert reveals the 'posh' way to do it

    My mum always had cake forks. They were about the size of a teaspoon. I have them now and do use them depending on the cake. She would have the china cups and saucers out when I came. Serviettes, the little tea bag plate, the whole lot. It made me very special when we had afternoon tea...
  4. J

    This driver's $135 act of petrol protection is going viral: "I need one of those"

    I always lock my door at the servo but you can still open the fuel flap. I think that is really silly, means anyone could come and steal you fuel
  5. J

    This driver's $135 act of petrol protection is going viral: "I need one of those"

    No. My small car has just the flap that you push on to open and there is the fuel outlet. No caps anymore.
  6. J

    New “extremely helpful” laundry gadget divides social media — "This is too much effort, doesn't seem worth it!"

    You still have to carry them to the clothesline or clotheshorse, if hanging up the wet clothes. Apart from those who,have disabilities, I think this is for those who have to much money and don't know what to spend it on next, or maybe "keeping up with the Jones". Maybe just plain lazy.
  7. J

    The ultimate guide to planning your move to an aged care facility

    I had to,find homes for both my parents, about 2 years apart. My dad had dementia, so there was not a lot of choice where I live. Where I chose ended up a great place. He could ge a cranky old man, but 2 of the staff just adored him. My mom wanted a place near water, so I found one about an hour...
  8. J

    The ultimate guide to planning your move to an aged care facility

    Excellent piece. Other's comments were good too. Yes, a downloadable piece would be great.
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