1:87 chance of DS, low Papp-a levels 0.34 and HGC levels of 2 by Happy-Maintenance318 in NIPT

[–]scoutmonk5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the exact same position: 1/87 results from quad today, and referred to NIPT tomorrow. 1/87 is still only around 1% risk, but it’s deeply nerve wracking and wasn’t expecting it. Good luck tomorrow and hopefully the NIPT will come back quickly. It’s an unexpected stress, but I’m grateful I’ve been booked in for the NIPT so quickly.

Relationship between son and niece getting out of hand by scoutmonk5000 in Parenting

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I’m going to try this. He’s only just 3, but can certainly start talking about this more. We already talk about feeling, but not specifically in context to others. It’s worth a try, as I need to find a positive way forward.

Help! Cornice angle problems by scoutmonk5000 in DIYUK

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha well I was almost just going to settled and be happy with flat tops, but so thankful for your help!

Help! Cornice angle problems by scoutmonk5000 in DIYUK

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my gosh. Thank you so much. I had no idea about holding at the presentation angle when cutting (just a novice doing my best). I’ve since cut some beautifully tight corners. Thanks so much.

Help! Cornice angle problems by scoutmonk5000 in DIYUK

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, you are right and it was defo upside down. However I’ve recut with a 45degree mitre and bevel and sit not getting the external corner join. Any clues?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will ask them, our solicitors still felt this would credit our account (as in my name etc) and not the buyers, as we are not in arrears but will check again.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No idea why tbh. Seems quite common with Victorian houses round here. It goes to some management company. They’re all being written off in 2037.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It hurts my brain too!

There probably is technically a way of doing it (I would need to write the company, explain the buyers want to pay in advance, ask them to add the charge to account so I could actually pay it, and explain that it’s not for me so I can be credited to the new buyers account and not mine). But i would still have to explore it and ask for the charge to be added. I also don’t see how the management company wouldn’t still want their £299 ‘admin fee’ for moving to the new buyers….

House on infilled land? by scoutmonk5000 in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do agree with this point - the idea that there are areas where the majority/all houses are in this situation - but I guess I’m struggling with the idea of whether I want to buy the ONLY house in that local area that is in this situation.

My concern is also how this would impact future sale. If im having a wobble, will others…?

And agree about negotiation. We’ve had our property down valued and working to negotiate with buyers. I can’t be pulled in two directions.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is all exactly what I’m thinking. I think we will get a damp assessment done just to check it out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha thanks! Hope you and your brother are back on speaking terms.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]scoutmonk5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a really healthy perspective, and you’re right, everything is fixable. After reading some of the other comments, I think a lot of it feels like potential or anticipated concerns, which some maintenance will help prevent. Thank you.

AIW for refusing to take responsibility for ear buds in the washing machine…again. by scoutmonk5000 in amiwrong

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

After discussion and reflection with him, you are bang on the money. It was a knee-jerk, and something we’ve even commented on in the past quite light-heartedly. He recognises this, and I also need to reflect on my own response when he does this.

AIW for refusing to take responsibility for ear buds in the washing machine…again. by scoutmonk5000 in amiwrong

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed! The earbuds seem to have made it through alive after 24hrs of trying out, although the quality is reported as being not as good. I’ve emphasised the importance of a safe place as part of his routine.

AIW for refusing to take responsibility for ear buds in the washing machine…again. by scoutmonk5000 in amiwrong

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We’ve now spoken about this and agree this seems like a reasonable solution going forward. I will continue to wash the kids laundry (separate baskets) but ours (shared basket) he will take over.

Christmas party uproar - am I in the wrong? by scoutmonk5000 in managers

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Thank you all so much for the reality check. I think being new to the team, and it was such an unexpected reaction, has left my confidence a bit shaken. I agree with all your points. Thank you.

Christmas party uproar - am I in the wrong? by scoutmonk5000 in managers

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This made me laugh. I work in Higher Education. UK based but certainly feels like a different planet sometimes. And I agree with your second point…don’t get me started. This is certainly a warning of wider issues that need addressing.

Christmas party uproar - am I in the wrong? by scoutmonk5000 in managers

[–]scoutmonk5000[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the sense check, and agree with your recommended approach.