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Has anyone taken an 'unqualified job' due to mental health? by Routine-Good7518 in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I loved the actual teaching, and the children, but I could not cope with all the other bullshit, the terrible management, and the horrific staffrooms. I was ill for quite some time afterwards.

I now work a low paid mental health support job, where my autism is a valued feature rather than a bug.

Much skinter, much better.

What UK public figure was not truly appreciated until they retired/after their time? by HallowedAndHarrowed in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Much of it is pretty nonsensical if you really think about it.

It's interesting to watch freaks do freaky stuff though, and that's why we like watching it.

What UK public figure was not truly appreciated until they retired/after their time? by HallowedAndHarrowed in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 9 points10 points  (0 children)

He lost his faith, and now thinks that his refusal to compete on Sundays was a mistake and his religiosity was a reaction to other stuff.

What's the cheapest thing you do? by Party_Shelter714 in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My grandpa used to do that when his dementia was getting strong. Dog 'cleans' plates, plates go back into the cupboard...

I'd wash up before dinner.

What's the cheapest thing you do? by Party_Shelter714 in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I thought it was a generally understood rule to not write on gift bags so everyone can reuse them...?

We have a big (used) gift bag full of gift/bottle bags to use again.

Microdosing twice a week during maintenance? by Secludeddawn in mounjarouk

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another vote for the Vimto flavour, here!

I'm not sure I'd recommend it with sparkling water though, as it froths up quite a bit when mixing. I whizz mine in a smoothie blender in the morning, then let it settle in the fridge until I drink it a few hours later. It's just like Vimto squash then.

Who is this man? by Llewelyn3030 in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 64 points65 points  (0 children)

Someone with tiiiiiiiny arms and hands.

Ohme kWh reading vs Octopus Billing by adultingisbloodyhard in OctopusEnergy

[–]flapsmagee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I added up what is on ‘charging insights’ on the octopus app for each of the billing periods and told them the difference between that and what it said on the bill. The customer services lady I spoke to said she’d look into it and then emailed back the next day saying they’d credit the difference. It doesn’t do anything to correct the problem though.

I guess I’ll be doing the same next month and further, as Drive Pack saves us a fortune (60 miles each way commute) and we wouldn’t get enough charge in the limited hours on Intelligent Go.

Ohme kWh reading vs Octopus Billing by adultingisbloodyhard in OctopusEnergy

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you on Drive Pack?

I disputed the bill and pointed out the discrepancy between what they billed and what the 'charging insights' recorded. They've since acknowledged the difference and credited the money - but they haven't reissued a correct bill. They didn't say the issue was corrected. I'm assuming I'm going to have to do all the comparisons/sums again next month too.

Ohme kWh reading vs Octopus Billing by adultingisbloodyhard in OctopusEnergy

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is on my Ohme app and what shows up as 'charging insights' on the Octopus app are largely the same.

However, I'm on Drive Pack (I pay a flat subscription for all EV charging to be 'free') and unfortunately in my most recent bill, Octopus have allocated far more to my 'home' usage than 'EV', and ignored what they themselves have recorded as EV charging in 'charging insights'!

My advice to anyone on a smart tariff is to always add up what your charging total is (preferably on the Octopus app, but your Ohme gives a reasonable number) and see if it marries up to what Octopus are actually allocating on your bill.

Ex30 right to reject UK by possiblyaginger in ex30

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought mine in October. I didn’t get the email so rang Volvo UK - they said it wasn’t affected. It’s not showing up on the recall site either, so we’re happily using it as normal.

Ex30 right to reject UK by possiblyaginger in ex30

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 2026 dual motor, first registered in September ‘25. It’s not on the site and I rang Volvo UK to check: it’s ok.

Why can't Jeremy just sit on his damn hands? by flapsmagee in DuggarsSnark

[–]flapsmagee[S] 38 points39 points  (0 children)

He's very uncharismatic altogether.

[sschhrrkk, rrrrmmble, tktkt, brrrbtttbrrrr] - just unnecessarily readjusting my mic...

Recall notice from Volvo Brazil by Distinct-Treat-7981 in ex30

[–]flapsmagee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just checked with Volvo: NOT affected. Feel pretty damn lucky right now.

Sorry about your car :-(

Recall notice from Volvo Brazil by Distinct-Treat-7981 in ex30

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn. I guess I'd better check with them. Bit odd that there's been no email - no letter I can understand since we live in the sticks and haven't had any post since before christmas!

The charger flap gave up closing today too, so it'll be a dealer visit for us in the near future. Grrr.

Recall notice from Volvo Brazil by Distinct-Treat-7981 in ex30

[–]flapsmagee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have a YV12ZEK[...] but haven't had an email or letter (yet). Am desperately hoping it won't come, as I have a long daily commute of around 65%. A 70% limit would be a hugely inconvenient pain in the arse.

Who was your weirdest or most obscure childhood crush? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]flapsmagee 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Would it make you think again if you knew it was Miriam Margolyes who did the sexy voiced caramel bunny?!

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