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"Alexa" would you like your annual leave to start early?" That is what I would be asking her! I may creep in and "borrow" Alexa when you are off cruising- I quite fancy one but as I do not have a smart phone that would be a minor problem.

It is so cold that I have the heating on, at least my washing will dry.

When I lived with my parents in Fife we had a 2 mile drive to the fish and chip shop but it was well worth it, the haddock was to die for.

ann it would appear that your neighbour arrived at the hospital within the magic hour for treatment to start immediately.

Crumbs kittylester these ba****ds can be very plausible can't they? Scarey.
I hope you managed to stop everything in time but it is such a buggeration getting it all restarted isn't it?
Commiserations to your DH. He's not the first and he won't be the last.

You don't need a smartphone for Alexa. All you need is a wifi router.
You only need a smart phone to use it remotely

Ah thanks for that Galen I learn something every day. It is definitely an option.

Are you sure the messages from your bank weren't fraudulent? There is a scam like that going round. Have you contacted your. Bank directly?
If not, then I recommend that you do so immediately

kitty my heart sank when I read that. What a trauma. We all need to keep vigilant as the scams get more sophisticated. Hope lunch out helped a bit, though I'm sure you're both still feeling quite bruised.

kitty that must have been horrendous- as Galen said, I hope that you have contacted your bank.

kitty don't trust anyone ? You never know who is watching. How horrible for you and DH. I would do as Galen said and check directly with your bank. The scams people use these days ?

Solicitor appointment has left me exhausted. He cannot chuck me out (of what was my dad's home, then mine!) without a Court Order. And give versa if he decided not to leave. I could tempt him out with a cash order but probably won't have enough money to move then. I am worried about living in this cottage when I get too old too drive or I got t sick. If he stays I can't move forward really because he is obstructive (in my mind anyway) what a muddle and I've done nothing wrong!

Cash offer/payment I meant

Oh wot it sounds like a right pickle. How does he feel about moving out? Is he willing if you want to sell ? I'd be cautious about offering money at this stage. Is he after 35% of the sale price (I think this was what you said you signed over to him)? Hope you get something sorted out soon.

But he recently told you he was leaving? How was he planning to do that? Is there some way you can find out or was he just being petulant when he said that?

He gets five pensions so that now he's stopped smoking, can afford to rent. His son is even looking for somewhere for him.if never known him so determined

In all cases trust no one but yourself . this seems to be born out in both those stories.
Kitty it will take you some time to get over that. I assume you have not used your cards on H's computer.
wot don't let the b....r get you down, easy to say ,difficult to carry out I know.
My friends GD and husband are with her and her D is on her way from London, probably there by now.

I hate him now. But still pity him which is annoying.

Goodness, what a day for everyone. A huge happy birthday to cooper, how good to enjoy a birthday and still have a party to look forward to. Being a very naughty person indeed I answered the money question with 'by hard work', n&g*. The solicitor didn't query it, his assistant said he had noticed and just laughed. .

kitty, hope lunch has made you both feel a little better. It really is a case of 'there but for the grace of God'. Mr C had his credit card cloned a few years back, our bank was incredibly helpful, with luck your husbands card will be replaced fairly quickly. Did you call your bank on the 'normal' number to be sure all is well?

Hold strong, wot, sounds as if your OH could well afford to leave and give you some re-evaluation space. It does sound to be far from straightforward though. I so hope he leaves quickly.

That was a hard morning ann. Totally agree, the state of your dressing gown was academic. I hope you have had some lunch and a good sit down at the very least. Well done you.

Back again.

Fairly calm now. Yes, at my insistence, DH contacted his bank using the number on the back of the card and, apart from £462 which we got back, nothing untoward had happened. Lunch was lovely (especially the fat chips which were perfect!)but DH was still rather shaken and his mood was not helped by taking the wrong direction home on a road he knows well. I'm hoping it was a bit of a hang over from the trauma and not the start of anything else!!

wot, I hope the s*d b****rs off and lets you get on with the rest of your life.

kitty how awful for you and your DH! It's something I dread about technology! Good job your bank were on the ball. It's a nuisance when you have to destroy your cards and wait for new ones, but better that than some evil bar steward emptying your bank account!
I got a clean bill of health from the dental hospital, thank you for asking - just sun damage and some minor thing that they want my dentist to keep an eye on. The stitches are out at last! They took my blood pressure; first time the machine started beeping furiously and the second time it was 176 over 89!! Well I'd had a trying afternoon! DH parked the car and then managed to get himself lost when he came looking for me. He kept ringing my phone which was very embarrassing.

cornergran may I ask what were you supposed to write when answering that question? I do not remember filling that one in but there again I have not moved since 1996 and things have changed.

wot if he has help, the move with luck maybe imminent.

I really wish I had a hugely built, young boyfriend who would give partner the wish to hurry up and go! Or move in here with me to pi.s himoff!

I want one of those as well!?

Behave, Galen!! And you wot!! Honestly!!

What a relief GD - enjoy your dinner tonight. I'm not surprised your BP was high.

I was quite cross with DH because he is always telling cold callers to go away - that's even if he answers the phone. And, when he went the wrong way home I asked him where he was going he was very short with me as if I was being stupid! I know he was upset but I'm concerned about it too. Hey ho!

wot I have one of those but he's too tied up to help at the moment

Oh kitty

Is it possible that you lot read my closing request yesterday evening? If so, why is it taking forever to catch up yet again...Have you no heart?

N&G Happy third birthday to sooper dooper Cooper. He's a delightful wee boy.

morethan that sounds like a very nasty, niffy incident. Poshgran can you imagine what it must be like to snuggle up next to the likes of "Blaster Bates"...best not give the matter too much thought. . anno how embarrassing for the couple who helped to block the drain.

ann We're all becoming besotted with fish, chips and mushy peas. Thanks a lot, bags
On a more serious note, you have done the right thing in getting a swift response to your neighbour's husband's crisis. If such a thing happens here in Kintyre, the air ambulance is called. The patient needs to get to Glasgow asap.

kitty There are so many scams to be aware of. We've just reported a notification from BT (one of several) asking us to give details of our account together with card details. In the "olden days" things were very different. I know how traumatised you'll have been and corner's suggestion makes good sense.

Greyduster I'm pleased that the news is reassuring. As for the blood pressure...I blame your husband.

wot That man needs to vacate your home before he has the opportunity to create even more mischief. He must be a callous creature. You will be well rid of him. Ask Galen if you may borrow Garry. She is a pussy cat most of the time.