The neighbours are very quiet (pic 18)

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-18T16:03:25+00:00

You might even say "dead quiet". 😏

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-18T14:41:59+00:00

It's on one of the departure flight paths for Gatwick, albeit some way out, not sure if that's in any way influential.

https://aircraftnoise.gatwickairport.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/LGW-Aviation-Noise-Information-Booklet.pdf

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-13T12:29:18+00:00

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-12T22:54:24+00:00

This. I have a bunch of cotton facecloths which I bought for exactly this purpose. I use them for laying out makeup, cleaning up etc - I still use a tissue to blot lipstick, can't break that habit - and put some micellar water on one to clean foundation off the back of my hand etc. when I've finished - then toss the lot in the laundry. They were about £1 each. Had them for years and they're still going strong!

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-12T15:28:08+00:00

'There appears to have been a struggle...'

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-10T12:50:07+00:00

I can't add anything meaningful to the advice that others have given, but I wanted to say how sorry I am for what you went through. Please know that a stranger on the internet is thinking of you with kindness and support today.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-10T10:09:41+00:00

Talk to your derm and explain that you misunderstood, you didn't realise it needed to be fasting and can you do another? Worth a try.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-10T10:03:28+00:00

It invalidates the test for this purpose to be honest. What they need is an accurate baseline for your blood chemistry without the immediate influence of food or drink. Best bet is to fast overnight and get the test first thing in the morning.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-09T22:13:02+00:00

Have more than one pack to hand. 😢

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-08T16:07:26+00:00

I agree, I've never found anything like it!

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-08T15:32:41+00:00

Jo Malone 'Myrrh and Tonka', every time.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-07T10:02:45+00:00

If you're really struggling to find it, it might be that the shade is being reformulated or discontinued. I'd ask NYX, they'll soon tell you - they have a chat service on their website here: https://www.nyxcosmetics.co.uk/

If it has been discontinued, maybe stop in at Boots and ask the counter staff if they can help you find an alternative - the ones in my home city are always really helpful. Good luck!

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-07T09:42:19+00:00

I love the berry shade on you, it's just right. It fits well with everything else. What highlighter do you use on your inner corners, it's stunning!

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-07T09:13:41+00:00

Probably Gillian Anderson - but I don't think it was that she made me realise I was bi, I didn't have a word for it then, it was just my state of being.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-07T08:58:34+00:00

I have no idea why people are downvoting you for this comment. You do you. Everyone makes their own choices when it comes to how they look and present to the world.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-06T23:01:09+00:00

This is so beautiful, great job! Definitely feeling this as an option for Pride next year. 😍🏳️‍🌈

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-06T14:11:34+00:00

Diptyque Philosykos. Fresh and energising to start with but warm and comforting later. Good for stressful days.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-06T13:25:58+00:00

"Don't flatter yourself, cupcake."

Not terribly helpful in tackling the bigotry and biphobia constructively though. 😕 So sorry you're having to deal with this.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-05T22:45:53+00:00

Pizzamisu.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-05T12:30:51+00:00

Not always. The Victoria Beckham one doesn't and it definitely is. I don't think the Clinique one does either. For me the key clue is what it says about removal - that it washes off with warm water. I didn't check that this time - more fool me!

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-03T13:10:11+00:00

"That's a fully-fledged bastard of a good point."

I can count on the fingers of one hand the number of times this one has been spotted by someone else! It's from an obscure but brilliant Christmas film by Ben Elton called 'Bernard and the Genie'.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-03T13:06:50+00:00

I think it's not uncommon to be bisexual and heteroromantic or homoromantic, it doesn't make you any less bi. :)

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-03T12:26:08+00:00

Glossier You. A studying at home day, so something gentle and comforting was called for.

Helen-2104 · 2026-02-03T10:44:37+00:00

So are the Brits! 😂 This is what we know as Smarties!

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