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10 days after offer we have exchanged
It feels incredible but we’ve done it. Friday 10th June, 10 days (including a weekend) after our offer is accepted and we’ve exchanged contracts. We’re now flat out for school applications. I’ve rather glossed over in these posts just how … Continue reading
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life changes 9 days from decision day – conveyancing
Our solicitor was already on standby. All usual solicitor preliminaries were in place within two days of decision to move. Today our lawyer awaits the ‘Memorandum of Sale’ from the vendor’s agent; and so begins the first delay. Why, … Continue reading
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life changes – 8 days from decision day
Tuesday May 31st. It’s been a busy 7 days. Our current lender fortunately agreed to lend enough to buy new house without selling the current one. This makes us a ‘cash buyer’ so a speedy move should be possible assuming … Continue reading
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life changes – decision day
So, my Wife and I have one of our ‘is our lifestyle working for our family?’ discussions. Conclusion: No. Life’s good but we could all be fitter, more active and less time-pressured. Primary reason: Too much driving. School is a … Continue reading
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The Government didn’t have children, YOU DID
Should be going to bed but am incensed at what I’ve just heard on Question Time. A Woman actually said “It is the Government’s job to educate our children”. No madam, it is not. It is absolutely, NOT. It is YOUR job. Governments … Continue reading
Sex in the title will get your attention
As I neared the end of a unusually long swim last night I noticed that the later lengths, though I was tiring, were technically better, easier and much slower than earlier lengths. As more lengths were covered it got easier … Continue reading
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Gordon misses a trick
I won’t be voting Labour. I never have. However, I do have some advice for Gordon that I believe if heeded would do the Government nothing but good. Of course, if Gordon isn’t listening (very likely since I doubt he’s … Continue reading
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Mum was wrong
“What’s all this about motorbikes then?” says my Mum. Ah… so, her neighbour (hello Lorraine) has been on facebook again and has noticed my latest post. So, to make sure that they’re both on the ball I thought I’d post … Continue reading
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Kuala Lumpur Gifts
So, as you do when you have young children and you’re travelling you buy tacky gifts at the airport. You know the type of think… wristbands, pencils, pens, keyfobs… Buying gifts at the airport isn’t in the same category as … Continue reading
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Shrek stole my life
I watched ‘Shrek the Halls’ tonight with the family. I think the story was based on my life and I’m not seeing a penny in royalties. Can I sue? Lets examine the evidence.. First, there is more than a passing … Continue reading
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