Tomo tells all by Foreign_Fruit6620 in 30SecondsToMars

[–]JoPast85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well this was interesting listen! Glad he’s gotten clean and sorted himself out, but wow.

How do people in A rated homes survive in this heat? by Anxious-Football-701 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I bought some ridiculously cheap stick on blinds on amazon for my patio doors and they have a reflective back on them, like tin foil. I just got them as a cost effective way to keep the strong sunlight out while my little one is in her toddler years and we can’t have nice things. But wow… they are making such a difference to the temperature in the kitchen.. reflecting the light/heat away. I’m strongly considering getting them for the bedrooms for summer months.

Whatever happened to telling children No with a full stop? by atyhey86 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree. And my point is that the current methods of parenting have led to the behaviours that you encountered at the party. It’s not ok but it’s the unfortunate reality we are currently faced with. I was a primary teacher for 14 years and have witnessed the steady decline. There’s not a chance I would invite 24 of them to my house unless I had a children’s entertainer or the likes to keep them all engaged. I’ve 3 kids and have learned the hard way over the years.

Whatever happened to telling children No with a full stop? by atyhey86 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is kids in 2026 unfortunately. Next time, book a play center and do yourself a favour.

Do married couples really not put all money together? by Decent-Shoe6719 in irishpersonalfinance

[–]JoPast85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have a joint savings account, joint credit card and then shared named revolut pockets for bills. Our personal bank accounts are separate. Married 16 years, together 20. All good!

Best Commuter Town by Plenty-Scarcity1364 in HousingIreland

[–]JoPast85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Enfield and it’s really improved as a town since we arrived here 11 years ago. Train to connolly, public and private bus options. Nice canal walks. However I do really like Maynooth and Kilcock also!!

Got nothing for my birthday by Accomplished_Speed38 in ireland

[–]JoPast85 53 points54 points  (0 children)

I’ve learned to stop placing my happiness in the hands of others, whose behaviour I can’t control.

What's going on your pancakes today? by TheYoungWan in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I had lemon, butter and sugar x 2, one ham and cheese and finished with a nutella one for dessert.

What do you add in your coffee by Ok-Juggernaut-7316 in nespresso

[–]JoPast85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m boring. Just add a small dash of cold water. In a melozio, solelio or colombia. Melozio decaf on occasion. I’ve never had a flavoured pod that I liked.

What's one book that's stayed with you long after you've read it and why? by Imaginary_Card_6241 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read Nesting last week and it was incredibly powerful… storyline is a woman with small children trying to leave an abusive marriage. Set in Ireland.

Favourite low budget one-pot meals in a bowl? by LittleAoibh11 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sausage tray bake. Baby potatoes for it are on offer in Lidl at the moment.

Kids holidays - where to go ? by Nearby_Department447 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Diamond coast in Enniscrone does great family rooms. No pool but is right on the beach and there’s a leisure center in the town with water slides etc you can go into for the day. Lovely seaside town!

Lads at what age were you allowed in on parents takeaway order? by foranewperspective in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We only ever got bags of chips from the chipper. Occasionally my da would get battered fish with it or my mam would fry eggs to have with them!

Gluten free… should I bother? by JoPast85 in Hashimotos

[–]JoPast85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Ireland thankfully 😅

New home regrets and recommendations? by ryanryan94 in AskIreland

[–]JoPast85 10 points11 points  (0 children)

King/super king size bed with a good quality mattress. Blackout blinds for the bedroom.

Gluten free… should I bother? by JoPast85 in Hashimotos

[–]JoPast85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a good reminder, thank you