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Ark at you. Next you'll be telling as wimmin can use computers. Tsk.Originally posted by Lucy View PostMy comment related to the time of men (like yourselves) being so shocked and surprised, in a schoolboy kind of way, about women doing particular kinds of roles.
And yes, I have seen many women decorators, plumbers, mechanics etc, it's called the modern world.
Try stirring the cuppa with a spoon as opposed to with your kn0b - see if that makes a difference.Originally posted by Burdock View PostWhy don't tradespeople ever accept my offer of a drink? They always do on TV. The plumber declined a cuppa the other night as well
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...and let's not forget the thong and matching pinnie. An innocent offer of a cuppa while you're wobbling in your stilettos might be a bit disconcerting...Originally posted by richard-af View PostDo you have anything like your Avatar in your place? Maybe inflatable dolls strewn about the gaff puts ladies off? Just a thought.
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Doesn't everyone? They save you a fortune at Burger King.Originally posted by sasguru View PostYou went out with a blow-up doll for a while?
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Have you considered wearing more than just your undercrackers whilst asking them? That'll scare most tradespersons off.Originally posted by Burdock View PostWhy don't tradespeople ever accept my offer of a drink? They always do on TV. The plumber declined a cuppa the other night as well
Maybe they thought the flood had "soiled your goods" or "your bags were soggy", so to speak.
HTH.
Finbar Saunders
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Was she fit though??? Closest looking celebrity to her???Originally posted by Burdock View PostShe's gone!
Why don't tradespeople ever accept my offer of a drink? They always do on TV. The plumber declined a cuppa the other night as well
Anyway, 10/10 for the decorator. If anyone needs a recommendation for a top quality painter in the East Midlands let me know.
I'm orf to look for a lady carpenter next
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