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Random Irritations

Idiots who stare at me as they slowly walk across the road knowing that I won't run them over ...................... as much as I'd like to!
They're almost daring me.

I work with a guy who does this...simply walks straight out into the road, looks back at me and says "don't worry they'll slow down...they ain't going to run me over".

Every time my jaw is on the floor ... just unbelievable ... a horn has been tooted on many an occasion!
 
the new revolving doors in my office have a warning sticker on them telling people not to play football in them!

We had that as well - so two wiseasses got some Subbuteo players and locked the doors in an off position and then pictured themselves playing Subbuteo football in the doors. Very droll. Techies eh?
 
Changing the rear brake bulbs on my other halfs Mini. Why do they make it so complicated? Why 4 bulbs and why do they have to put them in a place you can access with tiny hands or get your skin scraped to heck.
Changing bulbs should be an easy process but nearly all cars nowadays make this a chore.
 
Insurance renewal time for home and pet.
Home insurance went up from £221 to £279 with no claims in nearly 30 years. A bit of googling on comparison sites and a phone call later and the premium was miraculously reduced to £198!!
Pet insurance, for my six year old mongrel is up from £160 to £240 ....................... an increase of 50%!!
Again, plenty of googling and I find a better degree of cover for £139.
Okay, I saved a load of money for an afternoons' work, but, I just pity the poor elderly who have no internet access and just accept the renewal premiums.
It's legalised theft.
 
Parcel express delivery drivers, (FedEx, DPD etc). They seem oblivious or immune to all speed limits and tailgate continuously.
 
Insurance renewal time for home and pet.
Home insurance went up from £221 to £279 with no claims in nearly 30 years. A bit of googling on comparison sites and a phone call later and the premium was miraculously reduced to £198!!
Pet insurance, for my six year old mongrel is up from £160 to £240 ....................... an increase of 50%!!
Again, plenty of googling and I find a better degree of cover for £139.
Okay, I saved a load of money for an afternoons' work, but, I just pity the poor elderly who have no internet access and just accept the renewal premiums.
It's legalised theft.
the Current Mrs148 was complaining about pet insurance the other day, Ruperts came though last week and had increased 50% , for a year old dog that we haven't claimed for. pet insurance it is a joke
 
the Current Mrs148 was complaining about pet insurance the other day, Ruperts came though last week and had increased 50% , for a year old dog that we haven't claimed for. pet insurance it is a joke


How much if you don't mind me asking? Wife's got her eye on a lovely Golden Doodle so probably going to need insurance. Been 18 years since we had a dog and we never had the old boy insured so no idea what to expect.
 
the Current Mrs148 was complaining about pet insurance the other day, Ruperts came though last week and had increased 50% , for a year old dog that we haven't claimed for. pet insurance it is a joke

Same here for my dog.
The same insurers have quoted less than last year as a new customer via a comparison site!
The sooner this get looked into the better as I cant believe they’re allowed to get away with it
 
Same here for my dog.
The same insurers have quoted less than last year as a new customer via a comparison site!
The sooner this get looked into the better as I cant believe they’re allowed to get away with it
Pet Plan wanted £100 a month for Rupert, daylight robbery
 
How much if you don't mind me asking? Wife's got her eye on a lovely Golden Doodle so probably going to need insurance. Been 18 years since we had a dog and we never had the old boy insured so no idea what to expect.
It very much depends on the dog, how many inherent faults are now in a particular breed, and also the age of a dog. The older the dog, the higher the premium. Sounds obvious I know but that is how it is. In simple terms, don't get a fancy breed, don't get a dog with has many built in problems. Do your homework, unlike the plank at our work who has a French Bulldog, breathing issues, and a Shar Pei, folds of skin creates numerous problems.
 
Like breakdown insurance for an older car!
The golden doodle doesn’t seem to have too many inherent faults, a f1 dog (bred from a golden retriever and a poodle) seems to get the best of both breeds, eyes and hips need checking but generally they seem in good health.
Only ever had Staffordshire bull terriers before so it’s all going to be a bit different but we are looking forward to it.
 
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