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Important tips we might not know.

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girlfriend44 · 20/01/2023 10:33

There are social tariffs for broadband and water if your on some benefits.
If you have Plantar Facilitis a Cortisone injection can be given free at the doctors and helps relieve the pain.
Tell us something we might not know that can help us?

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DatasCat · 20/01/2023 22:28

If confronted by an angry primate, crouch down and make yourself as small as possible. Look downwards, never look them in the eye and extend your arm with your palm facing upwards as a submissive gesture.

I’ll remember that next time I piss off the Pope. 😂😂

EricNorthmanYesPlease · 20/01/2023 22:30

Maireas · 20/01/2023 22:27

That's my point...😉

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I wonder if sales have increased or decreased since the todger 1st aid revelation? Im never putting it on my face again lol

Plbrookes · 20/01/2023 22:31

Oh, another one! If your husband chopped chillies when making tea, wait till he's asleep before going to bed.

lifeturnsonadime · 20/01/2023 22:33

BedStuy · 20/01/2023 18:41

Also:

On nearly all dishwashers you can adjust the height of the upper rack (e.g. if you have large dishes that won't fit in the bottom, you can create more room). Just google it.

To be fair this could be life changing.

(off to look at Dishwasher manual).

Alwaysworryingoversomething · 20/01/2023 22:34

Wonnle · 20/01/2023 17:41

Save money on expensive binoculars by simply moving nearer to what you want to look at

🤣 👀

Everyonehasavoice · 20/01/2023 22:37

FuckoffeeBeforeCoffee · 20/01/2023 15:51

I'm just here for the bear tips.

Me too
You never know

frankie001 · 20/01/2023 22:37

Never put a bull dog clip onto a bull dog

scoobydoo1971 · 20/01/2023 22:39
  1. Omeprazole (for gastric problems) is available over the counter at a chemist at a low dose.
  2. Carers are entitled to a council tax discount in certain circumstances.
  3. People with disabilities/ medical conditions can get an Access card. It gives a free or discounted ticket to music/ sports events and attractions for a companion carer.
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  5. ECO4 is a home improvement grant available to people on benefits. People not on means-tested benefits can also qualify if their household income is low. The local authority energy grants can also be used to top up any final award.
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CatNutsRoastingByAnOpenFire · 20/01/2023 22:40

MrsDanversGlidesAgain · 20/01/2023 21:21

Try kneeing hard on the outside of the leg a few inches above the knee cap. It will give them a dead leg. In fact you don't even need to do it that hard, as my DH found it when I was showing him my new moves 😀

The other thing I was told (under the generic heading of 'fight dirty') was to scream as loud as you can (a lot of women have a problem with that, apparently) and either twist their nose or if you can use your keys ram them as hard as you can into the bit between the nose and the mouth; or punch hard there upwards. He said there's a big nerve there and it'll hurt.

I discovered (by accident) that if you can hit someone across the bridge of the nose they will let you go quickly.

Discovered it when I was in a car with someone who decided to put their arm round my neck from behind to ensure I couldn't get out when they stopped. I don't know how I did it it but the side of my hand hit the bridge of the nose and I was able to get out of the car.

NoNameNowAgain · 20/01/2023 22:40

TwoLeftSocksWithHoles · 20/01/2023 15:19

If you're stranded in the Arctic and have to kill a polar bear for food, DON'T eat it's liver - at times it can contain so much Vitamin A that it could kill you.

And don’t eat any of it raw
Don’t eat dog liver Or squirrel brain
Melt your chocolate in the microwave

WithIcePlease · 20/01/2023 22:40

Plbrookes · 20/01/2023 22:31

Oh, another one! If your husband chopped chillies when making tea, wait till he's asleep before going to bed.

😂😂😂

hadntbeen · 20/01/2023 22:42

Mac9999 · 20/01/2023 16:49

A fishy odour can be an early sign of electrical fire. If you smell such a smell, and it makes no sense (such as in a bedroom) check electrical items near by.

This saved my life recently. I hope it’s helpful for
others.

Yes happened to me in my bathroom the shower was burning

StellaGibson2022 · 20/01/2023 22:45

Effortlesslyaverage · 20/01/2023 15:00

Buy your dc brightly coloured swimming costumes (not blue/ black/green) so you and the lifeguards can see them quickly and clearly if they are underwater for any length of time.

Same with outer wear - makes spotting them in the park/playground easier

RobertaFirmino · 20/01/2023 22:47

Whynobreadpudding · 20/01/2023 20:09

Panty liners have other uses, I put them on the armpit of my T-shirt,so that sweat gets absorbed, preventing the wet feeling. You can but sweat pads but they are expensive. Also I can wear the t shirt for a few days, reducing the amount of washes.

They are also fantastic for avoiding camel toe. Just place one slightly higher up than usual.

Move22 · 20/01/2023 22:48

If you wear a hearing aid
then you are entitled to a disabled railcard.

WarningToTheCurious · 20/01/2023 22:48

LuluBlakey1 · 20/01/2023 19:50

If you are being chased by a crocodile or alligator DO NOT run in a zig zag. It's not true that crocs can't run in a zig zag- they can. Just run in a straight line as fast as you can. If one grabs you poke it in the eyes hard. When it lets go, grab its snout and wrap your arm around it holding it tightly shut- you should be able to hold it shut.

If you think you might end up in a situation where you need to outrun a crocodile, make sure that you have invited along a friend that is significantly slower at running than you.

Cantthinkofabettername · 20/01/2023 22:52

😂😂😂

Everyonehasavoice · 20/01/2023 22:56

TwoLeftSocksWithHoles · 20/01/2023 20:30

Rather than apply the panty liner to you T-shirt, stick it directly to your armpit.

Then when you change into an outfit for the evening at the Captain's Table (assuming you are on a cruise) it's still there soaking up the sweat and unless you're wearing a strapless dress nobody will probably notice..

They will last for days, providing you don't have a shower or use the pool.

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🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

Ive never had. so much fun on mumsnet

33goingon64 · 20/01/2023 22:59

If it's super hot weather and you're at home to do this: first thing in the morning when it's at its coolest, open up all windows. Then as soon as it starts to be warmer outside than it is inside, close everything up, including internal doors, to trap the cooler air inside the rooms. And pull all blinds and curtains on the sunny side of the house (switch over as the sun moves around). Don't open windows until it's cooler outside. Plus, if you have sash windows, they are designed to have both top and bottom sashes opened a bit - the cool air is sucked in at the bottom and the warm air vents out at the top.

Cherry60 · 20/01/2023 23:03

NoNameNowAgain · 20/01/2023 22:40

And don’t eat any of it raw
Don’t eat dog liver Or squirrel brain
Melt your chocolate in the microwave

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I really want some squirrel brain now..

Theresahippopotamusonourroofeatingcake · 20/01/2023 23:07

LimeCheesecake · 20/01/2023 16:06

Wild bears aren’t something that I’ve ever encountered. Is this something those of us who live in the Home Counties need to know about ?

my tip - when picking up a takeaway, put your heated seat on full and put takeaway on seat for drive back. (Don’t do this if you’ve picked up sushi)

This is such a good tip, thank you!

Whatevergetsyouthroughthenight · 20/01/2023 23:09

When flying with luggage that has to go in the hold, gently squeeze and air out of tubes and bottles (toothpaste, sunscreen etc) before packing.

The air will expand in the reduced pressure in the hold at altitude and can push the tops open along with the contents otherwise.

Iamnotalemming · 20/01/2023 23:13

The worst thing you can do with a bear is to catch it unawares. 🐻

In Japan when hiking it is recommended to wear a small bell on your rucksack. The bear bell makes a nice tinkly noise when you walk to warn the bears you are coming. The bears stay out of your way and you don't have to sing.

cassiatwenty · 20/01/2023 23:24

Thank you so much @borntobequiet So it's Keele is it 😋