Maybe Yes, Maybe No, May Be Crepey

[QueenQueenie]

Unilateral decision... No space for consultation. Call me Dave...

Is it matte and will it work with olive skin do you suppose

I am trying to wear all the bright colours I sneered at when younger

Re work experience, if it doesn't have to be in a certain area, I'd get in touch with primary schools about child care day camps - they will know who operates in your area, and they hire young people

Lighthouse is one but there are certainly others- lots of good CV building transferable skills to be had from such an experience too

Hello Rose, Molly, NU and MI - thanks for your welcome and comments, yes, calling in favours might be the way to go. Her DF could get her work experience in London, but DS1 and 2 have done that and, in DS2's case, 2 years on and he's working FT but never had to properly apply for a job and go through the interview process - which has its advantages and disadvantages I suppose.

When I think of the umpteen applications, interviews and jobs I've had.... all challenging and useful experiences.

Talking of challenges, S&B is certainly one of mine as the years go by, so I'm watching all progress with interest

DD has pointed out on numerous occasions the childishness of boys her age - so I'm waiting with baited breath for unsuitable older boys to appear on the scene - no doubt this will happen now she's heading for Sixth Form College! Hand-holding and may be required.

Cross-post Chibi - thank you, yes that's a good idea, she'd be very capable with younger children. I'll have a look and see what's around.

The Clinique is matte. The revlon seems to be more of a stain - it is less bright but that's by my standards. I wear v little makeup apart from what when I worked in women's glossies we called A Red Lip.

I wasn't exactly characteristic of women's glossies.

Hi whattodo! No advice as my DD is surely worse at feeling awkward and embarrassed in those situations. I would go with her and try to clamp my mouth tight shut and smile at both parties so that the adult asked her questions directly and she would surely reply

Molly, yes to park gates! On two legs rather than two wheels - the weather doesn't look too great, but hopefully will change for the better - or do you fancy a cycle? Happy to do either. Anyone else?

Had a lovely long catch-up with a friend over tea and toast this morning, a walk with DH in the woods and then a pint in the local hostelries garden (which is gorgeous), now taking DD out for dinner in the place we met in Molly (with MrsS and MI?) So much for a diet!

Hi what to do! Bienvenue.
Dd did have a job in a shop at 16, kind of department store. She saw the job advertised on a job centre website. Shop jobs are also often advertised on Gumtree and in local papers. help her get a little CV together outlining subjects being taken at GCSE , and awards she's won, Duke of Ed, music grades etc. check the notice boards in supermarkets, local shops and the post office.
Dd boosted her cv at 16 by childminding her cousins ( for chocolate ) and volunteering in Oxfam after school which meant she could handle a till and steam iron clothes, put them on racks, fold them etc. honestly it really helped
She was quite motivated at 16. Now, not so much -lol
Dog walking and cat sitting are also options, particularly if she's lacking in self confidence in the face of hoomans. ( who isn't at that age)
Good luck your dc

whattodo, DD does quite a bit of babysitting (and DS now) - would she put a flyer round offering services to local families during day/evening?

Lots of newbies. And red lipstick. It's great on here you know

Hello Crem and BTM - yes, I've already suggested volunteering in a charity shop - it would get her talking to customers and build her confidence, even if it wasn't earning. Once the last GCSE is out of the way (12 days and counting), I'll we'll be on the case. Although we're off to Swanage for a week, but maybe she can get something lined up for her return.

Great suggestions you lovely bunch... and here's another

And red lipstick too - what's not to love

Hi Rudy,
To be central and close to the beach I'd recommend the Barrio Gotic, or El Borne. Both are full of ancient passageways and amazing tiny specialist shops - perfect for wandering, finding quaint little restaurants on bustling medieval market places, for a glass of Cava and tapa. You won't have to go far to reach the Boqueria food market and Las Ramblas, or indeed the marina and beach. There are plenty of bourgeois squares on the other side of the Rambla towards the university in Eixample. Slightly different vibe)
Here are 3 good looking apartments right in the thick of the Gothic quarter near the cathedral.
Loft, sleeps 8
smaller loft
place with a lot of wood but full of character sleeps 8
Self catering accommodation is pretty good value in Barcelona
Alll three of those are close to the action and to the little underground which will whisk you to the Sagrada Familia, flea markets, Park Guelle and mount Tribidado very easily.

I sound like the Catalàn tourist board.FfS I missed my calling

Eh, Crem, there's still time...

Barca.... Love it.... Go to La Flauta Rudy.

with pool right beside the Plaça Catalunya which is the equivalent of being down the side of JL in Cambs, I suppose!

Yy la Flauta is terrific. Just don't go to the bar opposite and drink Flaming tequila off the bar. Oh no

2 legs, not 2 wheels, please, BTM!

Cremo, those places are gorgeous! I particularly like the first one, but all 3 would be great. And yes, Stropps is right

Had a lovely chatty meal out with DD (whilst we weren't looking askance at the couple next to us - young, but the girl was pretty unpleasant and we both felt for the guy) which was great. Now watching 17 Again on catchup

Ugh. Crepeys. At my parents' house, babysitting dad while mum has her break. It's grim. Heist have asked 20 times about where m is, then gets all maudlin - 'you get so used to someone being there to cuddle, then they're gine and you wonder what you've done...' Etc. not helped by the gallons of wine he puts away. I'm anticipating a broken night, with confused father. This is shit. And I havent managed to do any college work tonight. Though judging by the way both my eyes are twitching. This may be a good thing.

Whattodo - DD1, who is 16, volunteers in a charity shop. It has done wonders for her self confidence, she gets a free lunch and half price clothes (it's quite an upmarket one).

That's interesting, MrsS, there are a few good ones in town, I'll suggest we have a wander into one or two next week and see what's what. Fingers crossed.

Gallons of wine is not a good thing for those with dementia, apparently Herbs. DM barely drinks, but when I was up there, had 2 teeny tiny sherry? glasses which she wouldn't let me put away as she said she uses them occasionally

Whattodo - welcome, and don't worry if you have to help her this time. The point of work experience at 16 is to learn how to get and do a job. As with everything else, some people need more help than others the first time they do something. My dd needed supergluing to the table to apply for things at 16. She learned loads from that process, and now at 18 has summer jobs lined up and a PT uni job, none of which anyone even knew about till she had got them. Hold her hand this time and don't feel bad about it .