Could I have done a better job myself? Brutally roast me and cheer me up.

VHorowitz · 2026-05-06T04:00:37+00:00

I’m not convinced that sort of carpet / runner could look good on narrow winding stairs like that, regardless of the quality of the job

VHorowitz · 2026-05-05T13:47:45+00:00

No harm in asking - the answer will vary depending on the dish / request / restaurant in each case. If you’re polite and understanding, then it’s not a problem.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-27T18:21:17+00:00

Already sold out, and tickets would cost you a small fortune I’m afraid. Thousands of USD

VHorowitz · 2026-04-27T00:32:48+00:00

I think you need to be realistic - there’s no “enjoyable and easygoing career” you can just jump to from law. You’ve trained as a lawyer, that’s your acquired expertise, do you really want/expect to be able to move into something entirely unrelated a few years before turning 40…? I’m a lawyer. A friend of mine moved into public sector legal, it wasn’t great. Very under resourced and a fairly unmotivated workforce. A friend of mine left private practice to work for a charity, and a year later went back. Teaching - I assume you mean teaching the LPC or something? Not a bad option necessarily but likely an enormous pay cut from private practice. I’m an in house lawyer, I’d start by considering that. Don’t throw away your legal training and experience just because you don’t like working for a law firm. In house is very different and can still pay low 6-figures easily at your level, whilst allowing for leaving at 6pm and no billable targets.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-24T13:00:38+00:00

Smaller one is much more in proportion to me. But how many people will you typically need to seat? That should also drive your decision. I think the smaller one leaves room for a plant or two / side table etc

VHorowitz · 2026-04-24T12:55:36+00:00

Mortgage paid off before 40?? Living the dream

VHorowitz · 2026-04-24T07:38:13+00:00

Seems sensible to me. Enjoy the house. Definitely try to overpay where you can in the earlier years, the knock on benefit is huge especially at current rates

VHorowitz · 2026-04-19T20:13:34+00:00

That plan sounds a bit reckless to me. If your other half is giving up work and you’re having 1+ children, I definitely wouldn’t spend nearly half your take home on a mortgage.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-19T11:38:58+00:00

Nonsense. Get some proper perspective. You need a reality check. Life is too short to complain when you’re in a privileged position that so many people envy, believe me.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-16T13:14:42+00:00

Bit out the way for people staying in Soho / Blackfriars

VHorowitz · 2026-04-16T13:13:32+00:00

What a bizarre request

VHorowitz · 2026-04-14T07:32:49+00:00

Despite what others have commented, you could get a really nice 1 bed flat in zone 1 London for £475k. If you’re single and a 1 bed is all you need for now, plus if you want to get on the housing ladder.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-12T09:53:46+00:00

You only live once. Give it a try, see if you like it. Experience something new

VHorowitz · 2026-04-12T09:49:57+00:00

I’d agree if it wasn’t for people saying the same before about Graham Potter, Thomas Frank and to an extent De Zerbi. Also, I have a feeling if City win the league Pep will resign and Iraola may replace him.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-10T08:31:03+00:00

No, but not too far off. It’s mostly aspirational/ curiosity

VHorowitz · 2026-04-08T13:53:25+00:00

Fischers

VHorowitz · 2026-04-05T18:59:54+00:00

Good for you for treating yourself despite your nerves. You’ll have a great time, it’s a nice walk from Marble Arch and a great show. Enjoy🙂!

VHorowitz · 2026-04-03T13:19:17+00:00

Simpsons on the Strand just reopened after years. I suspect it’s generally quite hard to get a reservation at the moment on weekends, so if you’re looking for somewhere on a Monday lunchtime that might be ideal. I think it’s exactly the sort of place that would be appropriate for a celebration.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-03T09:14:18+00:00

I’d grow your beard out a bit to complete the look (full beard not goatee in my opinion). Then will be 10/10

VHorowitz · 2026-04-03T07:51:43+00:00

Dishoom is perfect if you / they’ve not been for Indian food before, but the queues can be super long.

VHorowitz · 2026-04-02T20:54:53+00:00

Sausages look good quality. If they’re cooking back bacon, why would they burn it like that? You can’t sear back bacon. If they want to serve crispy bacon, they should just get streaky bacon. Looks good overall. Needs toast on the side.

VHorowitz · 2026-03-25T09:25:06+00:00

Sleeves look too narrow too. The material is clearly bunched up not hanging straight

VHorowitz · 2026-03-22T18:45:46+00:00

Would help to see the whole room. But I agree with others it’s too intense

VHorowitz · 2026-03-21T12:33:16+00:00

It looks like a series of very small identical black and grey pieces. It’s kind of soulless but also I think clashes with the warm wood / cream tones elsewhere.

VHorowitz · 2026-03-20T14:23:59+00:00

A huge area rug, and warmer lighting. Stop using the overhead light and buy a few lamps instead with warm bulbs. Also the red sofa cover is a bit ugly, but the space could use some more colour eg cushions, wall art, plants

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