Seemingly trivial things that annoy you
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Oh, and the seats in Bolton are tiny. Understandable when you consider it's like walking around Lilliput if you ever go there.0
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They're like real people, only smaller.0
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I heard of another gig where they parked everyone in huge fields, nose to tail, no 'alleyways' between rows etc.morstar said:Meanwhile...
https://www.lancs.live/news/uk-world-news/pink-gig-total-utter-chaos-27078501?fbclid=IwAR15tA1MX_GAw2qw-KkRq-GsxiJus1-DDZkNLWJpxG-4SHpidT5Cw5pgcEQ
So apart from getting in and out of concerts being impossible...
Do have to say I regretted parking at Bolton Wanderers for a killers concert, total free for all leaving which just slows everything more than it needs to be. Plus they charged double the rate they do for match day parking and more than you ever pay in Manchester.
They organised them all in, but then left everyone to it getting out. People were still there at 5am next day.
The older I get, the better I was.0 -
It doesn’t surprise me.capt_slog said:
I heard of another gig where they parked everyone in huge fields, nose to tail, no 'alleyways' between rows etc.morstar said:Meanwhile...
https://www.lancs.live/news/uk-world-news/pink-gig-total-utter-chaos-27078501?fbclid=IwAR15tA1MX_GAw2qw-KkRq-GsxiJus1-DDZkNLWJpxG-4SHpidT5Cw5pgcEQ
So apart from getting in and out of concerts being impossible...
Do have to say I regretted parking at Bolton Wanderers for a killers concert, total free for all leaving which just slows everything more than it needs to be. Plus they charged double the rate they do for match day parking and more than you ever pay in Manchester.
They organised them all in, but then left everyone to it getting out. People were still there at 5am next day.
That’s what annoyed me most at Killers and presumably the other night for Pink.
They charge a premium rate for parking but then have no staff to assist/co-ordinate exiting. What exactly are you paying for?
If you’re expecting to leave quickly, obviously you’re deluded. But if you pay a premium, you’d expect at least some sort of organisation.0 -
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Ah but you can annoy them back by pointing out the fact that this is your second two week holiday this year.rick_chasey said:Americans on holiday.
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Booking plane tickets. Trading derivatives is easier.1
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Alas by the time they’ve made it this far they’re usually pretty rich and they’re on a grand tour of southern Europe.rakkor said:
Ah but you can annoy them back by pointing out the fact that this is your second two week holiday this year.rick_chasey said:Americans on holiday.
It’s more they’re culturally wired to ignore local customs beyond treating them like a tourist attraction.
A tourist is never gonna get it all, I get that, but there are levels.0 -
Often popular with the locals though because of the tipping.rick_chasey said:
Alas by the time they’ve made it this far they’re usually pretty rich and they’re on a grand tour of southern Europe.rakkor said:
Ah but you can annoy them back by pointing out the fact that this is your second two week holiday this year.rick_chasey said:Americans on holiday.
It’s more they’re culturally wired to ignore local customs beyond treating them like a tourist attraction.
A tourist is never gonna get it all, I get that, but there are levels.0 -
A broken washing machine with clothes in it.0
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TheBigBean said:
A broken washing machine with clothes in it.
Ah, the morning's domestic tasks not quite going to plan then?0 -
That was two days ago. Now in the laundrette. It's under guarantee which means more trivial pain arranging for it to be fixed, but not being able to open the door is really irritating me.briantrumpet said:TheBigBean said:A broken washing machine with clothes in it.
Ah, the morning's domestic tasks not quite going to plan then?0 -
Ah, it's just sitting there, holding your clothes hostage, laughing at you.TheBigBean said:
That was two days ago. Now in the laundrette. It's under guarantee which means more trivial pain arranging for it to be fixed, but not being able to open the door is really irritating me.briantrumpet said:TheBigBean said:A broken washing machine with clothes in it.
Ah, the morning's domestic tasks not quite going to plan then?0 -
Yes that whilst letting them get mouldy.briantrumpet said:
Ah, it's just sitting there, holding your clothes hostage, laughing at you.TheBigBean said:
That was two days ago. Now in the laundrette. It's under guarantee which means more trivial pain arranging for it to be fixed, but not being able to open the door is really irritating me.briantrumpet said:TheBigBean said:A broken washing machine with clothes in it.
Ah, the morning's domestic tasks not quite going to plan then?0 -
TheBigBean said:
Yes that whilst letting them get mouldy.briantrumpet said:
Ah, it's just sitting there, holding your clothes hostage, laughing at you.TheBigBean said:
That was two days ago. Now in the laundrette. It's under guarantee which means more trivial pain arranging for it to be fixed, but not being able to open the door is really irritating me.briantrumpet said:TheBigBean said:A broken washing machine with clothes in it.
Ah, the morning's domestic tasks not quite going to plan then?
Bastärd.
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Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.seanoconn - gruagach craic!0 -
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.0 -
Are you able to name names to avoid future disappointment.TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.1985 Mercian King of Mercia - work in progress (Hah! Who am I kidding?)
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Have you tried turning off and on again?TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
Seriously though, try unplugging it and the locking mechanism will power down* and it might unlock. Pushing the door inwards can also free it up.
* This may take time.0 -
I was going to ask that, seems ridiculous and not particularly trivial for you.TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.0 -
Not trivial I know if one falls for it but attempted scammer mini wave today, from emails with pseudo realistic addresses confirming change of account bank details to phone call. Latter got short shrift abuse. Too bleepin' hot to be involved in such like.0
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It's a Samsung, but I don't think it is uncommon.rjsterry said:
Are you able to name names to avoid future disappointment.TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
It currently has no power and hasn't for two days... and it is still locked. I have drained down the drum and tried every internet trick I could find except opening it up to access the release.masjer said:
Have you tried turning off and on again?TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
Seriously though, try unplugging it and the locking mechanism will power down* and it might unlock. Pushing the door inwards can also free it up.
* This may take time.
I have wondered whether my fusebox is being overly sensitive and whether there is a bit of tech that will power the machine for long enough to open the door and not trip the fusebox. But that's probably a really bad idea.
I'm guessing the lock and the mechanism that powers it has failed completely.
Anyway, laundrette was pleasant enough.0 -
Failing to remember to scroll down to “recent discussions” instead of up to “forum home”.
Old dog, new tricks etc. 😉The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
I am not sure. You have no chance.Veronese68 wrote:PB is the most sensible person on here.1 -
Did you wash your Levi’s while sitting in your white boxers.😎TheBigBean said:
It's a Samsung, but I don't think it is uncommon.rjsterry said:
Are you able to name names to avoid future disappointment.TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
It currently has no power and hasn't for two days... and it is still locked. I have drained down the drum and tried every internet trick I could find except opening it up to access the release.masjer said:
Have you tried turning off and on again?TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
Seriously though, try unplugging it and the locking mechanism will power down* and it might unlock. Pushing the door inwards can also free it up.
* This may take time.
I have wondered whether my fusebox is being overly sensitive and whether there is a bit of tech that will power the machine for long enough to open the door and not trip the fusebox. But that's probably a really bad idea.
I'm guessing the lock and the mechanism that powers it has failed completely.
Anyway, laundrette was pleasant enough.0 -
TheBigBean said:
It's a Samsung, but I don't think it is uncommon.rjsterry said:
Are you able to name names to avoid future disappointment.TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
It currently has no power and hasn't for two days... and it is still locked. I have drained down the drum and tried every internet trick I could find except opening it up to access the release.masjer said:
Have you tried turning off and on again?TheBigBean said:
Most washing machines have a release mechanism. Mine is unfortunately located in a warranty voiding position.pinno said:Some types of machinery you have to coax and cajole. A bit like getting an old dog to move/go for a walk.
...and other types of machinery you have to just give it the what for.
Perhaps this washing machine needs a bloody good talking to.
Seriously though, try unplugging it and the locking mechanism will power down* and it might unlock. Pushing the door inwards can also free it up.
* This may take time.
I have wondered whether my fusebox is being overly sensitive and whether there is a bit of tech that will power the machine for long enough to open the door and not trip the fusebox. But that's probably a really bad idea.
I'm guessing the lock and the mechanism that powers it has failed completely.
Anyway, laundrette was pleasant enough.
But was she beautiful?0 -
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We could have suggested that big bean some how tripped and put his foot through the washing machine door and therefore could claim for a domestic accident. But where’s the fun in that.0
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Call it morale boosting.briantrumpet said:I'm not sure we're being terribly helpful here.
seanoconn - gruagach craic!0 -
Lost my Tesco club card years ago but don’t really shop there so never bothered replacing.
We have a small opening nearby which will inevitably get some use as it is walkable.
Tried to replace club card.
“To reduce plastic waste, why not use the app?”
Sure, that makes sense.
“To activate the app, enter these numbers from your club card.”
But I don’t have the club card.
Order replacement.
“To reduce plastic…”
And then they even ask why you ‘want’ a plastic one when you follow the reorder route.
I made a point of saying I don’t want a plastic one.
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