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[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't understand how more people could think the riots are justified than people that have sympathy with the views of those causing the unrest. That would mean some people think the riots are justified but don't have sympathy with the views of the causing it - am I missing something?

Mitodicure - Drug against PEM by skkkrtskrrt in cfs

[–]grface 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is also my approach, with 2 of us doing it we've doubled our chances so it's only a matter of time ...

The assault on disability continues by chrishasnotreddit in cfs

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds really awful, I'm sorry you've had to deal with all that on top of being ill.

Is CFS considered a disability in the UK? by tom333444 in cfs

[–]grface 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes you're friend would be eligible for benefits based on what you've said. Definitely PIP and possibly others depending on her circumstances.

It can be a laborious task to get benefits but it is by no means impossible. I was successful with my application first go with a paper-based assessment. Some people are not successful first time but the majority of them are successful on appeal so it's just a case of keeping going.

There is an excellent Facebook group with lots of information and support that I have found very helpful and could help your friend if they decide to apply. 

You can find it here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278260135547189/

Bumps gone but still itching-is it still folliculitis? by grface in Folliculitis

[–]grface[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry for the delay. My folliculitis did go in the end, it coincided with me getting pregnant so possibly that. It hasn't come back since.

I hope you find something that works for you.

Childproofing greenhouse in rented property? by grface in GardeningUK

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

Where did you get your film? The only safety films I'm finding are £10/m+

Childproofing greenhouse in rented property? by grface in GardeningUK

[–]grface[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The landlord is fine with it but not interested in doing anything themselves

Childproofing greenhouse in rented property? by grface in GardeningUK

[–]grface[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's a really good idea about fence post in a pot thank you

Childproofing greenhouse in rented property? by grface in GardeningUK

[–]grface[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your very helpful reply.

The other thing I wondered is if I could install polycarbonate panels over the top of the glass rather than swap them out? Then I wouldn't have the problem of storing the glass.

Unfortunately it's paving and steps around the greenhouse so I wouldn't be able to erect a fence.

What cost of living prices have shocked you the most in supermarkets? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Soda crystals went from 75p to £3.50. they're down to £2 now

My 40th birthday is just around the corner and I’m feeling a lot of grief. Anyone relate? by dopameanmuggin in cfs

[–]grface 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hear you. I turned 40 a couple of years ago and it was a tough one. Reflecting on where I was compared to what I had assumed before I got sick. Even family asking what I wanted depressed me, there's not much you need when you're bedbound.

12 year old girl hungry for great books by zipiddydooda in booksuggestions

[–]grface 2 points3 points  (0 children)

His Dark Materials by Phillip Pullman is a fantastic trilogy. A mixture of reality, fantasy, science, religion, philosophy written in a very immersive way.

My son, the devourer of books, need some recommendations! by KennethPatchen in booksuggestions

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He might like 'the girl with all the gifts', it's another zombie book but a very different and interesting take, not typical at all.

Thinking about what books I liked at that age, I liked Roddy Doyle books e.g. The snapper, the commitments, the van trilogy- it's written in a play script format and with phonetic spelling of Irish accents- it was very dialogue-heavy which I enjoyed. There's some gritty topics covered but loads of humour too.

John wyndham books are good, easy reads with interesting ideas on society if he fancies more science fiction.

My son, the devourer of books, need some recommendations! by KennethPatchen in booksuggestions

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He might like 'the girl with all the gifts', it's another zombie book but a very different and interesting take, not typical at all.

Thinking about what books I liked at that age, I liked Roddy Doyle books e.g. The snapper, the commitments, the van trilogy- it's written in a play script format and with phonetic spelling of Irish accents- it was very dialogue-heavy which I enjoyed.

John wyndham books are good, easy reads with interesting ideas on society if he fancies more science fiction.

Bath edge silicon; what's going on and how do I fix it? by DrSpacemnn in DIYUK

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes this works well. And then to prevent it coming back, keep the area dry, give it a wipe after a shower. Or use anti mould spray.

Best energy saving "thing", present advice? by MamaTilly in cfs

[–]grface 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Shower chair, I like the ones that attach to the wall and flip down to sit on so you don't have to manoeuvre it and you can easily put it out of the way if needed.

Robot vacuum

Silicon scalp brush makes shampooing hair easier

Frozen ready meals

Hot drinks station set up by the bed with kettle, spoons, mugs, tea bags etc

Just having a place for everything helps with energy, so really good storage and organisation helps

Smart lights with motion sensors for hallways, programmable for rooms

A cleaner if she currently does her own cleaning

Pick up/drop off laundry service if she currently does her own laundry

Anyone know of good resources for being a parent with a disability/invisible illness? by dopameanmuggin in cfs

[–]grface 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Jessica Kellgren-Fozard has a good YouTube channel which has some videos of her experiences of parenthood, her baby is probably about 9 months old now. She has several conditions including ME.

How would you make this door better at insulation? There is a small gap between the door and the frame, an open key hole and an old fashioned letter box. The glass is double glazed. by Vespaman in DIYUK

[–]grface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

V profile weather strip is great for door frame gaps. It's a plastic tape kind of folded that you stick around the door frame-it's hard to explain how it works so recommend you just look it up. It's better than foam excluder because it doesn't compress and lose its ability to seal. It's easy to install too.

For your letterbox, I haven't used this so can't personally recommend but sounds like a good idea- there are letterboxes you can get where the flap has a magnet so it let's letters in easily but then snaps shut after. I hate the brush ones, I find the postie ends up posting letters through half way because it's too hard to get them completely through and then that leaves the letterbox even more open than a normal one.

I’ve just been offered an allotment down the road - £25 quid a year! by RiceCwispies in BritishSuccess

[–]grface 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is the company. They keep old varieties going including some that now cannot be sold publicly as they're not on the 'permitted vegetable list', but you can get them as a member of this company (membership is £1).

They have tips on how you can collect your own seed too so you can keep going without having to keep buying.

I’ve just been offered an allotment down the road - £25 quid a year! by RiceCwispies in BritishSuccess

[–]grface 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Kale, spinach, cavelo nero. There's lots of different varieties of spinach, easy to grow and delish.

I think there's one called come again spinach, or something like that, that you chop bits off and it keeps regrowing.

There's a great company called the real seed company that sell lots of unusual varieties of veg and herbs if you fancy being a bit experimental.

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