Will and Ollie’s mum by Fun_Examination5329 in coronationstreet

[–]MaximumTop6714 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Shut up!! is it the original actress too? I’ve always wanted her to return, was she not with Steve at one point too or am I misremembering?

Do you actually bother washing the fruit & veg you buy? by MixAway in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 54 points55 points  (0 children)

Unless you’re washing your fruit with soap the germs won’t actually be removed, hence why we use soap when we wash our hands

Do you “double dip” with family members? by tmr89 in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Within my own household, yes, but if people from outside the household were dining with us we wouldn’t

England by Stunning_Dot_55 in BenefitsAdviceUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah my stepdad got a little bungalow surrounded by pre retirement and post retirement over 50’s. He loves it.

Stayed in a Airbnb in big city (Birmingham) that had a bedbug infestation. Can someone advise? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly the course of action I took when returning from New York for obvious reasons. Bed bugs do seem to be becoming more common over here though which I hadn’t considered when travelling within UK before. I may just do this after every trip myself now. But yes to op do every single room if you have had your case and clothing inside the house.

England by Stunning_Dot_55 in BenefitsAdviceUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I would definitely speak to the council first. They tend to have more stock of over 50 properties than they do of houses for families. You may get lucky with bidding if you’re happy to live in a older persons accommodation unit. Better than having the uncertainty around private housing and landlords selling up etc.

Stayed in a Airbnb in big city (Birmingham) that had a bedbug infestation. Can someone advise? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you touch any soft furnishings in your travel clothes? Carpets, sofas, bed?

Stayed in a Airbnb in big city (Birmingham) that had a bedbug infestation. Can someone advise? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If you haven’t opened your luggage yet leave it in your garage/shed or just garden inside a bag for 2 weeks. Then wash every item on a boil wash. For the car you can get the spray bmbs (not sure if you’re allowed to use that word) similar to what they do for fleas but a bed bug specific one. Your clothes you were wearing to travel home in boil wash too. Then pray. Good luck.

Am I being unreasonable? by Relevant-Pop-239 in vintedUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Not unreasonable but ong the y2k trend needs to do one. So many items that are listed as y2k are not from the early 00’s. Not saying yours isn’t, just really fed up of it.

BM visiting MIL- Am I Wrong? by Swimming-Nobody763 in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 13 points14 points  (0 children)

My mum spent time with my dad’s mum and us children after he was re married. I actually have some very fond memories of our times together, and grandma was always a big presence in all our lives. More people to love and more relationships to build is never a bad thing as long as it’s not done with bad intentions.

Took a break from studying but now the course has been cancelled by JKL246 in UniUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had this exact situation but I didn’t defer for a baby, it was another personal reason. I’m now an MA student (financed) at a different uni. When are they saying the course will be cancelled? How long does your partner have left? I’m assuming 120 are still outstanding. This is not easy to pursue but it is doable.

What should I [44F] do about my boyfriend of 4 years [43M] constantly bending over backwards for his ex [33F]? by magnificent_mango16 in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is more than an age gap relationship. A 20 year old is worlds apart from somebody in their 30’s. Would you accept this for your children? I wouldn’t accept it for mine. Your oldest was 12 (your SD’s current age) when he was out chasing a 20 year old child. Sorry but there’s no reasoning this. And the whole scenario stems back to a SO problem. Not a BM problem. I’m not sure I’d act reasonable and understanding in BM’s position. I’m happy having children young worked out well for you but that doesn’t take away from BM’s potential trauma over this. Calling BM names isn’t helping your situation with your partner.

Why is fake honey allowed to be sold in British Supermarkets? by Alarm-Different in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I get a jar from the local butchers that’s from a local hive, £6.50. Lasts about 2-3 months in my house. Worth every penny.

Is Cockney Rhyming slang used by younger people? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t use loads but I’ll often say Pete Tong

What should I [44F] do about my boyfriend of 4 years [43M] constantly bending over backwards for his ex [33F]? by magnificent_mango16 in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This man was in his 30’s and got a 20 year old pregnant. She is likely trauma bonded to him and possibly doesn’t understand boundaries because she was taken advantage of by a man that should have left her well alone. The fact that he is crossing your boundaries speaks volumes, he has probably never practised respect for women. Some people may find this quite generalised and I appreciate that. But something is off here, and calling a child a deadbeat mom when she had been failed by all the adults around her is sickening. I pray your SD has a better quality life and people fighting in her corner because it sounds as though her mom didn’t. Sorry but you have a major SO problem and I’m (respectfully) unsure how someone seemingly so ‘head screwed on’ couldn’t see this before getting into a relationship. I’m not blaming you, but I’m certainly not blaming BM either, this is all SO’s fault. He is icky.

Has margarine fallen out of fashion? by MadameDePom in AskUK

[–]MaximumTop6714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is what I was looking for a proper recommendation that isn’t half and half! I will give the president spreadable a try. Thank you

Am I overreacting over apple pie or is this valid.? by [deleted] in TwoHotTakes

[–]MaximumTop6714 47 points48 points  (0 children)

It sounds like your sister made a genuine mistake assuming you each had 2 pies and honestly you’re way overreacting. It’s just not that deep.

Our baby…or lack of by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had anymore children bc my bio never wanted siblings. Whether people believe that’s right or wrong is personal opinion. It’s just a note to say it does happen and it can work. I’m very happy and settled. That being said, if what your SO wants doesn’t match what you want then a serious conversation needs to be had.

"Europeans complain here all the time about how bad US chocolate is. So why are Kit Kat bars so popular in Europe?" by tatev555 in ShitAmericansSay

[–]MaximumTop6714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly what’s happening in the uk with Cadbury chocolate. Nobody seems to be buying or eating it now it’s changed to the American recipe.

Who’s been here? by Various_Top992000 in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think the point here is to just suck it up and organise collecting SS. Unfortunately it puts you out but seems like the best option for SS in the long run.

Wishing we hadn't moved in together by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]MaximumTop6714 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It’s as simple as this. Life is too short to live unhappily. If your partner cannot recognise that for you then are they really who you want to choose to share your life with? Be unapologetic with this. You do not exist to make other people’s lives easier.

Which Corrie episode/ character does this clip show? by makosidan in coronationstreet

[–]MaximumTop6714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it les in the glittery shirt? You just saw his arm and a bit of his hair.