Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35445859)

Just heard that our youngest's DLA claim has been agreed at the same level as before. I must say doing the review (for a child over 16) was extremely trying and tear-jerking but it has to be done. It's so difficult writing down all the things that make living/dealing with our lad so tough and I feel as if I've been terribly disloyal by doing so. However, we'd been dreading this for some time so to learn it's done and dusted (so far as these things ever are) is a great relief and now we can get on with trying to give him the best life we can.

Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35445859)

Just heard that our youngest's DLA claim has been agreed at the same level as before. I must say doing the review (for a child over 16) was extremely trying and tear-jerking but it has to be done. It's so difficult writing down all the things that make living/dealing with our lad so tough and I feel as if I've been terribly disloyal by doing so. However, we'd been dreading this for some time so to learn it's done and dusted (so far as these things ever are) is a great relief and now we can get on with trying to give him the best life we can.

Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35445859)

Just heard that our youngest's DLA claim has been agreed at the same level as before. I must say doing the review (for a child over 16) was extremely trying and tear-jerking but it has to be done. It's so difficult writing down all the things that make living/dealing with our lad so tough and I feel as if I've been terribly disloyal by doing so. However, we'd been dreading this for some time so to learn it's done and dusted (so far as these things ever are) is a great relief and now we can get on with trying to give him the best life we can.

Originally Posted by Cobbydaler (Post 35446323)

Just got back from hiring one of these for a couple of days:
http://www.topgear.com/uk/caterham/s...est/supersport
Brilliant!

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35446377)

Just went to pay my RNIB subs to find that someone has paid it for my by cheque....... odd but appreciated whoever it was :)

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35446377)

Just went to pay my RNIB subs to find that someone has paid it for my by cheque....... odd but appreciated whoever it was :)

Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35446522)

Just to add to the good news above, the long suffering Mrs Osem passed the practical examination element of her massage therapy course this morning. :)

She won't find out the actual marks until Sept. but at least she can now move on the the written exams in a few weeks time feeling more confident.

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35446644)

Well it's confirmed - I have Inattentive-based Attention Deficiency Disorder but more tests are needed to see what treatment is needed although I'm hoping it's Ritalin. As it is a recognised disability I now look forward to claiming 'victim' status whereas possible and being offended purely for the sake of being offended :D

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35446653)

Can we be offended on your behalf?

Originally Posted by LondonRoad

Is the acronym for that Ibadd?

Originally Posted by Caff (Post 35446326)

Tee hee :tu:
Did you have to stick to a track or did you have the free road?

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35446653)

Can we be offended on your behalf?

Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35447209)

I am grossly offended that you're being so offensive about people feeling offended on behalf of others who've been offended... :D

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35447861)

Found this on many if my joke emails and thought it could be put to good use, as we/they know who they are :D

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35447861)

Found this on many if my joke emails and thought it could be put to good use, as we/they know who they are :D

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35447861)

Found this on many if my joke emails and thought it could be put to good use, as we/they know who they are :D

Originally Posted by Cable Forum Team (Post 35447935)

Should be good, after nearly 10 years, my digs might be given a fresh coat of paint. :)

Originally Posted by Cable Forum Team (Post 35447935)

Should be good, after nearly 10 years, my digs might be given a fresh coat of paint. :)

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35447912)

I had a letter from Peugeot inviting me to test drive a 208 - Tempted :)

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35447958)

Borrow a guide dog and turn up for a test drive :D

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35447958)

Borrow a guide dog and turn up for a test drive :D

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35448008)

Well they do have reversing sensors on a number of cars now. It may be that you won't need to look in the rear view mirror dilli. I'm still waiting to find out about the blind tennis :)

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35448009)

Some good ideas there :)

If I /did/ go I certainly would get someone to video it :)

BTW I've never driven a car at any point (only forklifts) so it would be a toss up what'd happen anyway even if i COULD see properly :) <snip>

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35448302)

He's a fine looking dog Hugh. I hope you'll all be very happy together. What's he called? :)

Originally Posted by heero_yuy (Post 35448305)

Looks really cute. I hope you know what you've let yourselves in for: We had a Dalmation (rescue) and they're a very happy-go-lucky dog, bit like a red setter, and just as nutty.

That tail can lash you to bits.:D

Originally Posted by Cobbydaler (Post 35446323)

Just got back from hiring one of these for a couple of days:
http://www.topgear.com/uk/caterham/s...est/supersport
Brilliant!

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35446377)

Just went to pay my RNIB subs to find that someone has paid it for my by cheque....... odd but appreciated whoever it was :)

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35448300)

Here's a piccy of the newest addition to our household.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...59333788_o.jpg

He's a rescue dog (from the local Dogs' Trust), and he's three years old.

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35448300)

Here's a piccy of the newest addition to our household.

He's a rescue dog (from the local Dogs' Trust), and he's three years old.

Originally Posted by Osem (Post 35449520)

Handsome beast!

(The dog NOT you Hugh! lol)

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35450220)

Just had a lovely 5 days in Challaborough and apart from the first 2 days being a washout we had a very enjoyable time taking in Dartmouth , Paignton and Torquay.:)

Originally Posted by Tinky (Post 35450265)

Glad to have you back Den and pleased you enjoyed your break. We love Torbay and over the years have spent many a short break there. We have arranged a Mon-Frid stay in Paignton in September when S.I.L comes down. :hyper:

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35450220)

Just had a lovely 5 days in Challaborough and apart from the first 2 days being a washout we had a very enjoyable time taking in Dartmouth , Paignton and Torquay.:)

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35450220)

Just had a lovely 5 days in Challaborough and apart from the first 2 days being a washout we had a very enjoyable time taking in Dartmouth , Paignton and Torquay.:)

Originally Posted by Tinky (Post 35450265)

Glad to have you back Den and pleased you enjoyed your break. We love Torbay and over the years have spent many a short break there. We have arranged a Mon-Frid stay in Paignton in September when S.I.L comes down. :hyper:

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450282)

Excellent :tu:

Originally Posted by TheDaddy (Post 35450288)

Glad you had a good one

---------- Post added at 14:04 ---------- Previous post was at 14:03 ----------



And hope you have a good one

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450226)

Blind tennis was interesting.

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450226)

Blind tennis was interesting.

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35450391)

Please elaborate dilli, this sounds fascinating. If sighted people wear blindfolds would that level the playing field? No pun intended. Do you have video of this mate? My eyesight is deteriorating so I'd be appreciate some input :p::D

Originally Posted by Gary L (Post 35450301)

Did you lose many balls?

Originally Posted by Derek (Post 35450449)

Yee Hah! T in the Park tomorrow and the Stone Roses in the blazing sunshine*

After swearing off it because I couldn't be trusted not to lamp the nearest ned who annoyed me the thought of seeing the Roses live when a ticket came my way couldn't be missed.


*Blazing sunshine subject to availability**

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35450466)

**Other weather may be substituted, if customers's first choice of weather is not in stock....;)

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450442)

The ball has a bell in it :) - simple as that, mind you I was crap before but I did manage to return the ball a couple of times ;)

There is a video - and it may turn up on you tube at some point, when I'm feeling a bit more fluffy ;)

In the mean time you may look at this one....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uDE6e2fqVo

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450476)

No cats but the fully sighted volunteers did keep out of the way :)

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35449495)

I got android 4 on my old HTC desire, nice :)

Originally Posted by LondonRoad (Post 35450478)

Didn't all the bells in the balls make a racket? ;)

Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35450482)

Waiting for it on my desire s

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey (Post 35450483)

I wish I'd netted that pun

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450489)

I rooted my phone and installed a customized rom :)

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35450504)

Sheer class dilli, you have to let us know how it is that you can be so upbeat mate. I believe that "rooting your phone" is considered to be a criminal offence in certain locales. Not sure about the "customised rom" I'll do further research and get back to you :D

Originally Posted by dilligaf1701 (Post 35450529)

It's the same as jailbreaking the iPhone and that's not illegal either ;)

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35450504)

Sheer class dilli, you have to let us know how it is that you can be so upbeat mate. I believe that "rooting your phone" is considered to be a criminal offence in certain locales. Not sure about the "customised rom" I'll do further research and get back to you :D

Originally Posted by jempalmer (Post 35450538)

Oh dear dilli! Rooting is an American euphemism. I was trying to make you smile mate. Never mind eh? :D

Originally Posted by Peter_ (Post 35450539)

I think the place you are referring to is where criminals hide their phones where the sun don't shine.:D

Originally Posted by LondonRoad (Post 35450492)

I'll set the next one up for you.

Originally Posted by budwieser (Post 35450564)

Just took delivery of my new Detector. :):tu:

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey (Post 35450555)

I would love that.

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35450220)

Just had a lovely 5 days in Challaborough and apart from the first 2 days being a washout we had a very enjoyable time taking in Dartmouth , Paignton and Torquay.:)

Originally Posted by LondonRoad (Post 35450572)

I'll serve it up if you're game

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35451105)

Weighed myself this morning. After all my running and attempts at healthy/healthier eating I am now 13 stone 13 :)

OK it was actually 13 stone 13.8 but still it's under 14 stone, something I've not been in more than 2 years :)

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35451105)

Weighed myself this morning. After all my running and attempts at healthy/healthier eating I am now 13 stone 13 :)

OK it was actually 13 stone 13.8 but still it's under 14 stone, something I've not been in more than 2 years :)

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey (Post 35450986)

That's great, I'd hate to miss out.

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35451105)

Weighed myself this morning. After all my running and attempts at healthy/healthier eating I am now 13 stone 13 :)

OK it was actually 13 stone 13.8 but still it's under 14 stone, something I've not been in more than 2 years :)