British Expats - Search Results
British Expats

Go Back  British Expats > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Wikiposts
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: cpdods
Showing results 1 to 25 of 39
Search took 0.09 seconds.
Forum: Australia
Apr 18th 2008, 9:39 am
Replies: 289
Views: 26,656
Posted By cpdods

Re: Bloody Hell, I just dont believe it!

We are moving - back to Oz. I also have to say there is NO availability in any schools where we live.:mad: When we moved back there was places in 1 school - the school that they have been trying to...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 18th 2008, 8:03 am
Replies: 30
Views: 1,555
Posted By cpdods

REALLY stupid question but its bugging me

Reading many threads regarding pros/cons of living in Brisbane many seem to refer to Brisbane as "getting dark at 6.30 pm". Having lived in Adelaide and now looking to move to Brisbane I have been...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 17th 2008, 12:41 pm
Replies: 759
Views: 22,130
Posted By cpdods

Re: The Good News Only Thread - Post your good news here!

Doing some tiding up and found an official looking letter. When it arrived (26th FEB) i put it away for another day you know sometimes those letters are hard to open! Opened it about half an hour ago...
Forum: Australia
Apr 17th 2008, 8:08 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,723
Posted By cpdods

Re: OECD EDUCATION SURVEY - WHERE DOES OZ AND UK RANK?

Having started one of my boys education in Oz and 1 in uk and spoken to friends who are teachers I felt the oldest (started in Oz) seemed to have more of grasp of things. Apparently the Nat...
Forum: Australia
Apr 17th 2008, 7:19 am
Replies: 289
Views: 26,656
Posted By cpdods

Re: Bloody Hell, I just dont believe it!

I have been following this thread with interest. My husband felt (a bit ) like how you are feeling and after 5 years we returned to the UK following an idyllic Christmas holiday in UK and skiing in...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2008, 6:20 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 660
Posted By cpdods

Re: I've just broken

We were in Adelaide now back in Uk but going back to QLD in Sept I loved Adelaide would go back in a flash but hubby fancies QLD. I figure its closer than we are now so you never know (someone had to...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2008, 3:53 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 660
Posted By cpdods

Re: I've just broken

Sickness = weight loss - THE only upside.

When we moved to Adelaide 8 years ago everyone over there said don't worry it gets soooooo hot here you lose your appetite - I am the exception to the...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 16th 2008, 3:13 pm
Replies: 188
Views: 6,921
Posted By cpdods

Re: I have a shameful secret......

Primula - pure synthetic cream cheese with 'flavour' - lush
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2008, 3:03 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 660
Posted By cpdods

I've just broken

My diet ! After weeks of being good (trying to lose half a stone ) I had been to supermarket and brought a crusty white uncut loaf. As soon as i got home I pulled off the end :o(couldn't even wait to...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 16th 2008, 2:31 pm
Replies: 188
Views: 6,921
Posted By cpdods

Re: I have a shameful secret......

I squeeze Primula chive cheese spread straight from the tube into my mouth.
Forum: Australia
Apr 16th 2008, 2:09 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 461
Posted By cpdods

DIY removals

Does anyone know or has anyone moved themselves recently ? When we moved to Adelaide 8 years we diy and also when we moved back 3 years ago. It took a bit of organising but we did it. We have a...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2008, 2:05 pm
Replies: 2
Views: 434
Posted By cpdods

First one of the year

Grass cutting I mean. How great is the weather at the moment - where I am anyway. Just cut the grass - all around me at about 6.30pm you can hear the hum of lawnmowers. Not being boring but the grass...
Forum: Nurses, Doctors, and other Medical/Healthcare occupations
Apr 16th 2008, 7:28 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,266
Posted By cpdods

Re: Interview tonight Ashford hospital Adelaide

Hope you get the job you want. If you get a job at either I have Ex-pat friends working at both - 1 from Wales, 1 from Huddersfield and 1 from Ireland they would be glad to offer any...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2008, 7:12 am
Replies: 138
Views: 5,191
Posted By cpdods

Re: Ladies ... your favourite make up products/brands?

One product that is a great all rounder is Lucas' Papaw Ointment - great lip balm, eyebrow tamer, moisturiser for really dry patches - cheap as well - I use it as alternative to Elizabeth Arden 8...
Forum: Canada
Apr 14th 2008, 4:08 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 1,023
Posted By cpdods

Re: Decluttering House

The USB Turntable as I described is the answer if you do not already have a turntable - if like us you 'upgraded' to a cd player many years ago but refused to get rid of your beloved vinyl.good luck
Forum: Canada
Apr 14th 2008, 12:27 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 1,023
Posted By cpdods

Re: Decluttering House

Hi the one I got was made by Ion (on web been given best write up) and are called USB Turntable. I got mine in Maplins (went to store but are on-line) I've seen them in HMV and Dixons. Maplin had...
Forum: Canada
Apr 14th 2008, 11:18 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,023
Posted By cpdods

Re: Decluttering House

The best thing ever if you have vinyl records - it was my hubbys b'day on Sat and I brought him a turntable that converts your records to digital for mp3 or make your own cds. Had a fun evening...
Forum: Australia
Apr 14th 2008, 10:47 am
Replies: 79
Views: 4,875
Posted By cpdods

Re: Have you had a speeding ticket in Aus?

My hubby got one on the second day after we arrived :ohmy:- we were driving along the Anzac Highway in Adelaide (3 lanes) he had just asked me what the limit was - said don't know but it is a highway...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 10th 2008, 12:56 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 3,036
Posted By cpdods

Re: Power Plates - Anyone used them?Do they work?

Recently sold mine on E-bay - it didn,t work because it was a cheap version. The ones that work cost about £2000 - £3000. Brought a cross-trainer instead hard work but now addicted.
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 10th 2008, 12:45 pm
Replies: 48
Views: 6,258
Posted By cpdods

Re: $5000 for dental work

I broke a tooth just after we arrived.Went to local dentist who did x-rays etc and quoted $8800 for all the work that needed doing (and that was 8 yrs ago).I thought check-ups with NHS for 28yrs...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Apr 9th 2008, 11:31 am
Replies: 39
Views: 3,801
Posted By cpdods

Re: Any hints from people recently moved back to UK from Oz??

Further to the reply ref letting agent/landlord managing their own property - we are in the same situation. It has resulted in a very unhappy tenancy and strong words back and forth. When things...
Forum: Australia
Apr 1st 2008, 3:23 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 4,523
Posted By cpdods

Re: How much money are we all taking?

We are the processing of returning to Oz after 3 yrs back in Uk. Friends just starting the process asked us the same question. Having already emigrated once we came to this conclusion : the people...
Forum: Australia
Mar 31st 2008, 4:05 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By cpdods

Re: bommeranging back

Thanks for replying I will get the map out later and realestate.com and have a look. Good luck with selling your house -what area of the country are you selling in ? We have been surprised that the...
Forum: Australia
Mar 26th 2008, 8:46 pm
Replies: 90
Views: 6,448
Posted By cpdods

Re: Maternity Care

Hello I had my 2nd child in Adelaide (Medicare) - absolutely 1st class hospital never felt 2nd rate due to not being private- I am classed as extreme high risk preg - we had been in country approx 12...
Forum: Australia
Mar 25th 2008, 1:37 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By cpdods

Re: bommeranging back

just live 5 mins from hampstead marshall and you're right Newbury has just about linked up with Reading it's rubbish. Only 1.30 pm and already feel rising blood pressure at prospect of battling the...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 39
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.