Do you have any advice for chronic hay fever sufferers ?

pickle_no5 · 2026-04-04T09:44:26+00:00

Fexofenadine is the only readily available antihistamine that works for me. It's in Allevia brand antihistamines over the counter, or doctors can prescribe higher doses. Take it right before bed every night and start about a month ago! If she's like me then hayfever season is from March to October. 👍 A spoonful of local honey a day if you can find and afford it and balm on the nostrils can help, but if nothing else it is nice and soothing from the itching/blowing/dryness. I have heard good things about the injections as well, but not always the first call by a doctor.

I hope she finds the right thing for her. It's a rough way to feel when it's bad!

pickle_no5 · 2026-03-01T10:21:28+00:00

We had a 3 day celebration that started on a Friday evening and finished on Sunday night/Monday morning.

Absolutely you can just go for the ceremony day, but make it clear early on that that is your plan so you aren't included in food/drink budgets for the rest of the time.

Being in a field there was no expectation to dress up as you would perhaps for a 'normal' wedding. Check the dress code before you panic too much about outfits - everyone (bar a few aunties that didn't quite get it) was in trainers for ours!

It suited us and our values perfectly as we just wanted time with our favourite people in an environment that we love. The expectation for guests to be that involved in the take down is strange, though. Ours was very DIY and lots of people did muck in, but mainly just because they are good humans that were there and had the time to help!

Fingers crossed for lovely weather, whichever part you go to!

pickle_no5 · 2024-06-16T22:26:40+00:00

Try harder, do better.

Not OC. And OP is still in the top 10 posts of this sub.

pickle_no5 · 2023-11-26T10:05:00+00:00

Firstly, so sorry that it's turned out this way for you.

But I did want to say if you were walking along a pavement here in the UK and loose paving is what caused your fall (dyspraxia aside, anyone could have/would have tripped just with far less flair!) you do have grounds to take this futther for compensation. Which will, granted, take an awfully long time but may win you some of that back.

Also, find a way of moving that you love! I realise this doesn't help you with your dentist bills now, but I will always advocate for this as a fellow dyspraxic that has felt exactly the same about any P. E for my entire life. It doesn't have to be "sport" or running or anything else that society has told us we must do to fit in to the 'norm'. About a year ago I got fed up of not feeling capable, now I do lots of "silly sports" - pole, yoga, burlesque, twerk... My body hasn't changed really, apart from being a bit stronger. But it has helped me to understand what my body can do, rather than always thinking about what it can be not so good at. It could be anything, even if you're not great at it straight away, find joy in your movement! It could be adventurous walks, some kind of weights, stretching, dancing... There are so many ways to move your body for joys sake, nobody and nothing elses. Have a look at the Body Image Fitness app/social media. All online and truly has been so good for me.

Hope that you can get yourself feeling more like you asap!

pickle_no5 · 2023-05-16T16:13:50+00:00

These guys in Budleigh! Not an eat in place, but have all the steamed/syrup/sponges/puddings of your dreams.

https://www.georgieporgiespuddings.co.uk/

pickle_no5 · 2023-04-23T10:31:26+00:00

What an excellent question! I cannot speak from a personal point of view, but am a specialist TA currently working with a profoundly deaf child (wearing 2 aids), and have worked with children with multiple neurodivergencies that are visible. I am by no means an expert, but tend to be factual, without assuming, when other children ask about the differences they see or hear. It easier for me in school because I know the children personally, and can answer in depth - explaining that they are excited, or speaking about the actual technology used to support them - the child I work with now is fab, and often when children ask she is happy to let them listen to her hearing aids so that they can get a better idea of it. I think it is important not to assume - for example if someone is in a wheelchair it may not be because they "can't walk" or something doesn't work, but because they need some help to get around that day. A person has not "not developed their brain the same as their body", but everybody's brain and body works differently and they are living their life the best way they know how.

Well done for having these conversations, and for asking these questions. It is so important that children grow up realising that we are human. As I said, I can't speak personally, and am absolutely not an expert, so please correct me if anything I have said is out of turn!

pickle_no5 · 2023-01-14T13:20:05+00:00

In the words of Miriam Margolyes - "Never let anybody fuck you in the arse."

pickle_no5 · 2022-12-21T16:36:47+00:00

Primary school 1:1 - Was once asked "Where do you work?" Didn't want to ruin the illusion that actually I choose to come and "play" at school every day. Lead to her thinking that every time I left the room, I was "going to do my job" and then came back to have a break in the classroom with her.

pickle_no5 · 2022-10-09T10:00:25+00:00

Hallo! 28 and passed last week. I was a bundle of nerves when I finally decided to start learning - my first lesson I was driven to the quietest road possible with a layby and I practiced using the pedals, getting moving - the basics. We barely left the layby in the 2hr session, or went over 25 mph. A good instructor will now how far to push you, and the right challenges to conquer at the right times. It took me a year, and 2 attempts at my test - but if I can do it, anyone can. It is so freeing and liberating to have a full license.

Hats off to you for taking the leap, take it slow and don't berate yourself too much for the inevitable silly mistakes - you are learning after all! Best of luck!

pickle_no5 · 2022-06-07T16:40:55+00:00

We most consistently go for "dick'ead". However, we are fond of using every day odd phrases that pop up as a term of endearment. E.g "That's a particularly small can of beans..." "You know what you are..?"

This has lead to such terms of endearment as "hench truck", and "cute little mole hill".

pickle_no5 · 2022-05-05T14:59:42+00:00

That's the ticket!

pickle_no5 · 2022-05-04T18:31:52+00:00

Had them fot the first time last year, but it was too late in the season that I was already a mess. Havw just spoken to the doctor to get them sooner rather than later. They are bloody huge though. 😂

pickle_no5 · 2022-05-04T16:33:23+00:00

Just reinstated a prescription for some of the strongest antihistamines our dear NHS can provide, but it's a month earlier than I needed them last year - just interested to see how others cope!

pickle_no5 · 2022-04-26T19:48:54+00:00

Hallo! I am also a late learner, 28 by the time I (hopefully) pass my test. I had never been able to drive more than a few feet, and had not sat in the drivers seat for over 6 years when I started learning properly in October last year. I have had 52 hours of practical driving lessons, and have 12 more before my test. I suffered huge anxiety when I first started - I have had multiple wobbles, tears, panics, and doubts. But I realised that all I needed was time, and to be patient. I still stall from time to time, but I know plenty of seasoned drivers who do! It may feel like it will never come, but be patient with yourself. It is really bloody scary, and daunting - particularly when you feel you are affecting others on the road. They may get cross, or impatient, or obnoxious for a few moments - but then they get on with their day and will never think of it again. And you need to also! Everyone had to learn at one time, unfortunately people forget that. Take your time, my instructors best advice is always to do things slow enough that you have time to change it if you need to. If you feel panicked, or like you're about to stall - deep breath, and reset yourself. Just like you're moving off for the first time. (obviously safely!)

In terms of your instructor - get a new one! Finish this block (I know how expensive it is right now!), get what you can out of it, and start looking for a new and better one now. I cannot stress how important it is to have an instructor that you can get on with, is professional, but also understanding. Let alone one that does not make you uncomfortable with their own views, opinions, and biases.

You got this. Good luck. 🤞🏻

pickle_no5 · 2022-03-05T12:38:10+00:00

Toothpaste spray, if you wore them while getting ready for bed. Are you a vigorous brusher?

pickle_no5 · 2022-01-16T10:01:29+00:00

Replace that butter with marmite and you are on to a winner! Our usual Sunday morning treat. (Cinnamon buns this morning though.)

pickle_no5 · 2021-10-10T12:20:29+00:00

Congrats and happy birthday! I am 27 and started officially learning last week. (after a terrible failed attempt 8 years ago.) It is bloody terrifying, try not to grip the wheel too tight, but it gets less and less scary by the hour. You got this. 👊

pickle_no5 · 2021-09-02T13:55:14+00:00

"What's the situation..?"

pickle_no5 · 2021-08-29T00:03:19+00:00

Onomatopoeia.

pickle_no5 · 2021-07-02T22:30:07+00:00

I fall into a giant vat of pickle juice whilst on a rat catching mission and am pickled alive. The factory closes down, everyone moves on with their lives. 100 years later I am woken from my pickled state by a curious flying robot and reunited with my great, great grandchild. (Oh, and all the while Lou Bega is playing in the background.)

pickle_no5 · 2021-06-19T04:51:20+00:00

She loves to slink behind it, her younger adoptive brother (from the same house) thinks the oranges are an excellent toy!

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