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    Hate demerit points? You’ll want to read this warning letter update

    Yeah. I have come to the conclusion that many drivers think they will break their car if they use their blinkers. My hubby used to be one of them. Thankfully, I was his constant flea in the ear.
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    Scammers took $66.6 million from seniors—could this 30-minute tip stop them?

    I demanded my insurer create a safe word when they called me. There was an on-going claim, however, when someone phones you and asks you for information to prove you are you ... alarm bells ring. In the end, the insurer saw the wisdom of my words and introduced the safe word. Now, if they ever...
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    'I'll never be your mum': A mother-in-law’s blunt remark has sparked debate—is she in the wrong?

    I think the situation is a sad one all around. It is obvious the daughter in law is desperate for a mother figure and there are a lot of things that have to heal. The need to be included in everything is something that causes dis-harmony. Unfortunately, this is a symptom rather than a chosen...
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    Older adults with dementia misjudge their financial skills – which may make them more vulnerable to fraud, new research finds

    That is why I have named my oldest boy, then as plan B, my oldest grandson to have the power of decision making should my faculties come to grief. It is a sad possibility that I may lose the the ability to decide whether to buy, or not buy, whether to sell, or not sell. Not only financial, but...
  5. M

    Calls grow louder for the government to stop stalling on home care

    My husband was approved for level 4 November 2023. He died December 2024, still waiting for the funding to be released. I was told, on the down low, that approval is straight forward. Our problem would only be solved if someone already on level 4 dies. That must mean my husband stuffed up by...
  6. M

    Lifehacks That Will CHANGE Your Life! P1 #diy #tools #adamrose #tips

    Cute ideas. I couldn't keep up, so, gave up following directions. Also, I was fascinated by the dude's highly motivated expression.
  7. M

    Kmart shopper reveals $10 medicine cabinet trick everyone needs to try

    Yes, but did you have this amaaaaaazing KMart $10 buy?
  8. M

    'Am I in the wrong for not cooking 'fancier' meals—even if my partner keeps asking?'

    There would be a back story there. It happens when parents don't want to, or are unable to, care for a child. It's either fostering, the streets, or a big hearted older sister. There's a lot of rubbish going on out there, some of which would make your hair curl.
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    Australia’s charity sector is growing – but many smaller charities are doing it tough

    Watch the stats fall even more if a cashless society comes into the limelight. I am one of those people who always put spare coins in the Salvo's collection box. It saddened me to find one place that had an Eftpos set up for donations instead of the money box. I can't afford to give much, but...
  10. M

    Is This Mum's Baby Bling Trendy or Tacky? Internet Divided Over Viral Post

    So long as the piercing was done safely, nobody's business but the mum's. People need to butt out.
  11. M

    Is this freezer staple gone forever? Aussie food lovers scramble for alternatives

    I began to buy frozen mash when my hubby came home from one of his hospital stays. He loved the stuff the hospital gave him, so begged me to find the same at the supermarket. Having tasted it, reluctantly at first, I was pleasantly surprised. Now I am on my own, the frozen mash is a good...
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    'Am I in the wrong for not cooking 'fancier' meals—even if my partner keeps asking?'

    I am so angry at this bloke on behalf of his hard working "partner in life". My guess would be that he doesn't contribute to any housework or care of the kids. He seems like that kind of bloke. No, it's not being unreasonable to dig the heels in. My only suggestion is to go off on a holiday and...
  13. M

    You Won’t Believe Queen Elizabeth’s Parenting Tip Jacinda Ardern Just Revealed—Every Parent Needs to Hear This!

    Who'd have thought. The late queen was just like any other real person.
  14. M

    ‘He always thought big’: Beauty mogul behind Estée Lauder has died at 92—his legacy still inspires

    I used to love this brand until I could no longer afford it. My thanks go to the family for the Estee Lauder legacy that shall remain for a long time. At 92, I'm sure Leonard saw it all, experienced much, and, had accomplished his goals. Time to rest.
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    Australians cut spending...except on alcohol—does that sound familiar?

    It's like anything else. Some do ... some don't. I don't drink ... I am told alcohol is as expensive as liquid gold. Another reason to steer clear. I don't smoke ... and can only ask how people can afford the habit. I don't gamble ... the revenue is an addiction for the Government. I do have a...
  16. M

    Why Are More New Mums Skipping Baby Showers for This Surprising New Trend?

    Next they will have a party in celebration of the umbilical cord being cut. Such rubbish. Being a grandma is wonderful. I don't need that to be celebrated...it just is.
  17. M

    She’s 64, brought her own bottle, and refused to sit down—this flight did not end quietly

    Yeah ... TO THE BRIG!!!! Or ... a padded cell, whichever is the most appropriate.
  18. M

    Try new ‘alcohol alternative’ at Woolworths—know key facts first

    I just did my Mr Google check. Here's what was said : Kava is a central nervous system depressant. Even though there is no alcohol in kava, it can produce similar symptoms to drunkenness, including difficulty with balance, and slurred speech. The effects of kava on your body can depend on...
  19. M

    Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs – Part 2/3

    Interesting read that will be of absolutely no use to me in the future. However, there are a lot of folk out there who have an obsession with anything to do with ancient Egypt. Might do to take a little home made dictionary on their next trip to Egypt.
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    Thousands of Australians are receiving ECT without consent every year

    Well done you for sticking up for your friend. If it looks wrong, then it most likely is wrong. Someone has to advocate for people who are unable to fight for themselves. I have a very close friend who suffers with a severe mental impairment. He went for some time having to deal with...
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