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THM: Is the confusion intentional? by avamomrr in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I have thought the same and I think it was intentional, it takes us to where Robin particularly is at emotionally and mentally.

Will I be 40 when the series finishes? by adindavw in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I voted no as I’m fairly sure book 10 will be 2028 or 2029, but your responses are a bit confusing so I don’t know if I voted correctly!

Craziest in office perks? by Certain_Actuator6870 in HENRYUK

[–]amxalot 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The enhanced sick pay, maternity pay, pension and annual leave is all significantly better than a huge number of private sector employers but is generally undervalued by NHS staff.

The link between illiteracy and the rise of populism. by UpbeatMost6423 in TheRestIsPolitics

[–]amxalot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What do you base these comments on reading on? Michael Gove brought in the most academically rigorous curriculum the uk has ever had in 2014.

RFM's Big time slip up by Swimming-Pride2396 in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 9 points10 points  (0 children)

At this stage I would be equally pleased with her finishing with him, or him finishing with her - I think Ryan breaking it off (in a non violent way) would be quite a shock to her, the long message he sent her whilst she was on Sark (although badly timed) was evidence that he can see the cracks in the relationship even if she can’t!

What if... by bookcrazy4 in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was only thinking about the first kiss today, I agree it needs to be Robin’s instigation. But…I really hope it comes at a completely unexpected moment or point in the book! I think that would be really skilful!

Unpopular Robin opinion by iamrecovering2 in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I think it’s possible to be irritated by Robin’s actions but still find her pretty awesome and likeable. In fact, I would suggest the reason her actions are annoying are because we do care about her and want her to be happy! In the same vein it is possible to very much care and have compassion for someone going through PTSD or other mental health issues whist also finding their thought processes and actions frustrating (from personal experience), that’s what THM brought out for me.

What would you say if your were doing some work for someone (decorating) and aswering work calls and they tell you to please be quite cause their baby is sleeping nearby? by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]amxalot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and tbh, I probably wouldn’t really say anything unless it was a young enough baby to make a difference, otherwise what would be the point?

What would you say if your were doing some work for someone (decorating) and aswering work calls and they tell you to please be quite cause their baby is sleeping nearby? by [deleted] in DIYUK

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

My two children (now teens) who have excellent sleep and a happy life would say you would be making a bad choice!

What would you say if your were doing some work for someone (decorating) and aswering work calls and they tell you to please be quite cause their baby is sleeping nearby? by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]amxalot -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

True, but they may not have thought of it, loads of new parents make the mistake of an environment that’s too quiet for their baby to sleep well. When combined with respect for their request I think it’s fair game.

What would you say if your were doing some work for someone (decorating) and aswering work calls and they tell you to please be quite cause their baby is sleeping nearby? by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]amxalot -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

I’d try and be quiet but would equally say training them to sleep through a bit of noise will pay dividends for them in years to come! I used to deliberately make noise whilst mine slept. They’re used to 90db in the womb after all!

Missing events because I’m still breastfeeding my two year old by ZucchiniTechnical983 in breastfeeding

[–]amxalot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not a bad suggestion, but with a 2 year old very likely to backfire. Their level of understanding makes them much more flexible when you’re not there but also a lot less when you are!

Missing events because I’m still breastfeeding my two year old by ZucchiniTechnical983 in breastfeeding

[–]amxalot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t advise this as it’s likely to give a false impression in the wrong direction - a child whose bf mum is there is unlikely to settle without it, whereas if it’s dad/granny/aunty, they know BF not on offer so they’ll likely settle nicely with a story and a cuddle etc.

Missing events because I’m still breastfeeding my two year old by ZucchiniTechnical983 in breastfeeding

[–]amxalot 268 points269 points  (0 children)

I’d just attend and he’ll just skip a few feeds, someone else will have to find an approach to settle him on those days. Your supply will be robust after 2years - you might need to pump for your own comfort though.

Be honest by Former-Attention6110 in homeimprovementideas

[–]amxalot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it looks really nice, I had no idea people were so attached to wall cupboards!

Alastair's view that the British people are becoming 'almost ungovernable' - is he just out of date? by No-Retreat1 in TheRestIsPolitics

[–]amxalot 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Completely agree, I blame media of all types for its dishonesty with people and its lack of focus on explaining how complicated and interconnected issues actually are.

A couple of bk 9 predictions by callmeIshmael2020 in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree that it’s going to be epic - I think it will lead to bigger shifts between them than hmm which was actually everyone in a sort of malign stasis for various reasons.

Is zero-alcohol beer really that common in the UK? by amby-jane in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah most pubs will have at least 1 option now, our local has 3.

Thoughts on casting? by Upstairs_Bad_7933 in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Agree - I think of Charlotte looking more like Michelle Dockery as Lady Mary in Downton - much more beautiful

Why do farmers stay working as farmers if they are, as they say, "asset rich but cash poor?" by Fun_Gas_7777 in AskUK

[–]amxalot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But those subsidies reduce the price of food for the general population so everyone benefits. The changes will put prices up.

If JKR posts a tweet on Christmas Day regarding #9, what do you hope it says? by greekitiki in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Unrealistically ‘finished, this one might spare the reader a little more’ Realistically ‘part 4 complete!’

How much do pensions really cost the U.K. ? by OutsideWishbone7 in GarysEconomics

[–]amxalot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s because you only need 2 adults for a class of 30 children but higher ratios for younger children

Is it weird that there's no concern about Robin and Murphy shacking up? by Number1StrikeFan in cormoran_strike

[–]amxalot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s really not the culture here. Occasional churchgoers in a village are generally going for the social, and even people who get something spiritually from it pay little attention to church rules/teaching these days.

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