CrewForumFriends.com http://crewforumfriends.com/ This is a discussion forum for all cabin crew and travellers by air, sea and land. en Mon, 21 May 2012 00:21:26 GMT vBulletin 60 http://crewforumfriends.com/images/misc/rss.png CrewForumFriends.com http://crewforumfriends.com/ Poo! http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?519-Poo!&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 19:14:50 GMT My dog has seriously large poo! We're talking the size of cow pats! I know it's disgusting to talk about such private matters, but I have to pick it up in the garden and at the moment I have to use a spade!! ;cflove hearts What I want to know is...should I bury it? At the moment I have a huge poo mountain as I don't know what to do with it. How can you effectively dispose of dog poo without creating a danger not only to humans but to the environment? ;cfdont know

Does anyone have any eco friendly ideas? ]]> Pets Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?519-Poo! Public Sector workers to strike this Thurs 10th May over changes to pensions http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?497-Public-Sector-workers-to-strike-this-Thurs-10th-May-over-changes-to-pensions&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 11:27:03 GMT http://citywire.co.uk/money/public-sector-mobilises-for-strikes-over-pensions/a587375 this will affect the aiport terminals as customs and... http://citywire.co.uk/money/public-s...nsions/a587375

this will affect the aiport terminals as customs and immigration are public sector workers, how will this affect you on the ground and in the air? ]]> Politics pushycat http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?497-Public-Sector-workers-to-strike-this-Thurs-10th-May-over-changes-to-pensions Book Slam - London 31st May 2012 http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?496-Book-Slam-London-31st-May-2012&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 11:12:30 GMT Book slam, is an alternative to the "stuffy" literary readings which introduces us to new and old readings along with fresh new sounds from artists and musicians. Guests have included the likes of Hanif Kureishi, Plan B, Dave Eggers, Adele, Nick Hornby, Monica Ali, and Kate Nash.

Plenty of dancing and plenty of music, with a club-like atmosphere, The Tabernacle (Nottinghill Gate-35 Powis Square) this month plays host to James Sallis (author of Drive and the Lew Griffin novels), who will be taking to the stage along and sharing some of his work.

The next Book Slam London event takes place from 7.30pm on Thursday 31st May 2012 at The Tabernacle. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are £8.00 in advance or £10.00 on the door.

For more information go to: http://www.bookslam.com/about/

The Tabernacle is an amazing venue in itself and well worth a visit for any number of exhibitions, dance classes, photography....lunch!! ;bigsmile
For more info about the Tabernacle visit here: http://www.tabernaclew11.com/whats-on/ ]]> Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?496-Book-Slam-London-31st-May-2012 Sarkozy ousted by Socialist Hollande http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?491-Sarkozy-ousted-by-Socialist-Hollande&goto=newpost Mon, 07 May 2012 07:33:41 GMT After 5 years as France's President, Sarkozy has lost out to new Socialist, Francois Hollande with 51.2% of the nationwide vote.

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Originally Posted by The Independent

The President-elect told a cheering crowd in his rural fiefdom of Tulle in south-west France last night that he wanted to be judged on his capacity to revive the "French dream". This meant, he said, "fairness to all," new opportunities for "the young" and "better lives, from one generation to the next".

"Europe is looking at us," he said. "In many European countries this victory will be received with relief and hope... as a sign that the austerity-only approach to the crisis is not inevitable."
Read more here: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/wo...t-7718662.html ]]> Politics Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?491-Sarkozy-ousted-by-Socialist-Hollande Film 4 at Somerset House http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?490-Film-4-at-Somerset-House&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 22:04:04 GMT If you love films, then you can't miss out on this one! Each year, The Fountain Court at Somerset House hosts London's most beautiful open-air cinema. The twelve-day series features a range of films, all showing on a state-of-the-art screen with full surround sound. A truly beautiful venue, and well worth at least one visit!

From 16th July -25th July the cinema brings an array of new and classic movies, with something to please everyone.

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Originally Posted by View London
Programme highlights
With a showings of both films from the silver screen era, retro classics and modern films too, this year's Film 4 Summer Screen series provides film fans with the ideal way to spend their summer nights. Tickets for single screenings are available, but there are also double bills at the weekend too. And it's not just films that you can enjoy during the Film 4 summer screenings - DJs will be playing some of the best in new music, and there's also behind the screen talks hosted by BAFTA.
Tickets are:
£14.50 single bill
£18.00 double bill
Nearest Tube:Charing Cross, Covent Garden, Embankment

Tickets aren't available just yet, but sign up to their mailing list for up to date info at: http://www.somersethouse.org.uk/film ]]> Films Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?490-Film-4-at-Somerset-House The Christian Louboutin Exhibition - one for the laydees! http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?489-The-Christian-Louboutin-Exhibition-one-for-the-laydees!&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 21:30:46 GMT 20 years of fabulous, red soled footwear will be showcased at the Design Museum in this first event UK event of Christian Louboutin's exhibitions and takes shoes from the designer's personal archive and celebrates his iconic, extravagant and glamorous creations.

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Originally Posted by View London
London loves Louboutin
Having only just featured in a special one-off couture shoe show in Brick Lane, the famous French designer is back to showcase yet more of his spectacular footwear. Fron stilettos to knee high boots, and studded sneakers to jewelled pumps, and his more recent range for men, shoe-festishists will be in seventh heaven with this stunning display. There is even a special section of the Christian Louboutin exhibition dedicated to the Fetish exhibition, shown in Paris in 2007, that was a collaboration of photography between Louboutin and artist and filmmaker David Lynch.

The Christian Louboutin exhibition London event takes place from Tuesday 1st May - Monday 9th July 2012 at Design Museum. Nearest Tube: London Bridge. Standard tickets cost £6.00 - £10.00.

For more information go to: http://designmuseum.org/ ]]> Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?489-The-Christian-Louboutin-Exhibition-one-for-the-laydees! The Diamond Jubilee Family Festival-Hyde Park http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?487-The-Diamond-Jubilee-Family-Festival-Hyde-Park&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 21:03:09 GMT Singing tea ladies, marching bands, motorbike stunts, equestrian events, stage performances from the Strictly Come Dancing Pro's, and a Concert finale by the Disney team not to mention a tantalising fare of hearty British Food including Jellied Eels, fish and chips and cream teas all held in Hyde Park. It sounds like it's a great day out for all of the family!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Family Festival at Hyde Park takes place from 10.30am - 7.30pm, Saturday 2nd June - Sunday 3rd June 2012. Adult tickets cost £20.00, while tickets for kids cost £12.50. Children under 3 for free. A family ticket for two adults and two children costs £52.00 Tickets are available from Ticketmaster

For more informations go to: http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/...cle-11426.html ]]> Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?487-The-Diamond-Jubilee-Family-Festival-Hyde-Park The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?486-The-Thames-Diamond-Jubilee-Pageant&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 20:51:47 GMT On June 3rd, over 1000 boats will assemble on the Thames ready to take part in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant. From 2pm the boat flotilla will... On June 3rd, over 1000 boats will assemble on the Thames ready to take part in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant. From 2pm the boat flotilla will start upriver from Battersea bridge and Hammersmith and finish downriver from Greenwich at 6pm.

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Originally Posted by The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
"It will be one of the largest flotillas ever assembled on the river. Rowed boats and working boats and pleasure vessels of all shapes and sizes will be beautifully dressed with streamers and Union Flags, their crews and passengers turned out in their finest rigs. The armed forces, fire, police, rescue and other services will be afloat and there will be an exuberance of historic boats, wooden launches, steam vessels and other boats of note"
For more information go to: http://www.thamesdiamondjubileepageant.org/

Looks like it'll be a great afternoon! ]]> Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?486-The-Thames-Diamond-Jubilee-Pageant Changing your Forum Colour http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?483-Changing-your-Forum-Colour&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 09:36:51 GMT When I log into CFF it comes up with the default Dark Green skin and I don't like it very much. I've just changed it to the "Breeze" option which is more bluey/grey. If you'd like to change it too you will find the option if you scroll down to the bottom of the page and in the bottom left hand corner there's a drop down menu. Click on the downwards arrow and it'll give you the options to change. ]]> Mitch http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?483-Changing-your-Forum-Colour Home-made Hand Creams http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?478-Home-made-Hand-Creams&goto=newpost Sat, 05 May 2012 08:03:57 GMT "Making our own" has become a thing of the past with our busy lives. I barely have time to go to the supermarket let alone make stuff, but I find the supermarket shelves stocked with products which are gently creeping skywards, price-wise, and we have no idea of the ingredients. At least these are natural. Here are a couple of recipes for hand creams that my grandma would use. I don't fancy the potato one; seems a bit messy to me but the almond one is pretty useful.

Hand Cream
Potato Hand Cream
2 Potatoes (medium)
1 tablespoon of almond oil
1 tablespoon of glycerin
1 teaspoon of orange flower water

Cook and mash the potatoes, add the oils and lastly the orange flower water. If the mixture is too thick add some extra orange flower water. It will make more of a paste rather than a cream. Leave on your hands for an hour, then rinse off. Keep in the fridge.

Almond Day Cream
85g ground Almonds
1/4 pint milk (or any substiture such as soya milk, almond milk etc)
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons of almond oil.

Simmer the almonds in the milk until it has all been absorbed. Beat the egg yolk and stir it in. Bring the mixture to the boil for a couple of minutes. Allow to cool, then fold in the almond oil. Keep refridgerated.

Other Tips:
Lemon: A slice of lemon or it's juice will remove any stubborn dirt.
Cucumber: Mix the juice with an equal quantity of witch hazel for chapped hands.
Sugar: Mixed with an equal quantity with sunflower oil will clean stained hands
Bran: A substitute for soap. Wet hands, dip in, rub and rinse.
Milk: Soaked in warm milk for 5 minute will help chapped rough hands.

What are your tips? Do you prefer to buy or are there a few creative ones amongst us? ]]> Beauty Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?478-Home-made-Hand-Creams Home-made Cleansers http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?477-Home-made-Cleansers&goto=newpost Sat, 05 May 2012 07:50:59 GMT The UK is in recession again they say, so a few money saving tips are probably in order. I'm not convinced that everything we use on our skins is good for us and as a teenager I didn't have that much money so would make my potions and lotions myself.

Sorting through my old notebooks and papers from days gone by, I found some old skincare recipes that I had collected from old magazines and given to me by my grandma. The plan was to collate them into some kind of book. Well, they've been sitting there for donkeys and I still haven't shared them so I think it's time that they saw the light of day. They may not be miracle wrinkle cures, but they are natural.



Homemade Cleansers
Herbal Cleansing Milk
2 tablespoons of elder flowers
1/4 pint buttermilk

Slowly boil the flowers in milk for half an hour.
Cover and leave to soak for about 2 hours.
Strain and leave in the refrigerator.

Yogurt and Lemon Cleansing Milk
1 tablespoon of natural yogurt
1 teaspoon of lemon juice

Mix together and use. Make fresh for each use.


Oatmeal Cleanser (scrubbing cleanser)
1 tablespoon of oatmeal
2-3 tablespoons of milk or cream

Grind your oatmeal to a powder (don't use instant!)
Add the milk or cream to make a stiff paste - you may need more than stated.
Rub on...then rinse off.



If you try them...let me know how you get on! ]]> Beauty Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?477-Home-made-Cleansers Petrol prices drop in supermarket price war. http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?475-Petrol-prices-drop-in-supermarket-price-war&goto=newpost Fri, 04 May 2012 18:58:36 GMT Supermarkets have slashed the prices of their petrol in a Supermarket Price War! Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury's have slashed 4p off a litre of fuel bringing the price at the pumps down to 1.369p (how do they get the .009?). Hopefully, other garages will follow suit. It won't be for long though, as George Osborne has said he wants to increase petrol 4p from August! Jaysus...how much more expensive is it going to become? At this rate I might buy myself an electric car!


Link to article

Have you stopped using your car for work, and how do you manage to keep the cost of travel down? All tips gratefully received;bigsmile! ]]> General Discussion Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?475-Petrol-prices-drop-in-supermarket-price-war Is Tony Blair poised for a return to politics? http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?473-Is-Tony-Blair-poised-for-a-return-to-politics&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 23:06:42 GMT Tony Blair has recruited NESTA Communications Director, Rachel Grant as his communications advisor as he feels the need to "re-engage in the UK", according to Politics Home (Link to article). Ms Grant previously worked in Number 10 as a senior press officer, the Department for Work and Pensions, and then at the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Ms Grant was also head of communications at the UK Film Council.
Mr Blair feels he has things to say and now is the right time. Sources say that " it will be above party politics", and has intimated that it will be through an elected House of Lords, as a Senator.

;cfshocked

Has he forgotten, or is he doing a Mandelson and hoped we'd forgotten? Remember, Mandelson resigned twice from government (or was forced to resign due to the nature of his dealings with a house purchase ;cfthumbs down and attempting to use his position to influence a passport application ;cfdisapprove)...and then..get this...made a life long peer!! Beggars belief really! ]]> Politics Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?473-Is-Tony-Blair-poised-for-a-return-to-politics What are you reading now? http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?471-What-are-you-reading-now&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 21:20:42 GMT I have a pile of books beside my bed. Half of them not read, the other half, half read! On the go at the mo (sorry, that was bad!) I have: The... I have a pile of books beside my bed. Half of them not read, the other half, half read!

On the go at the mo (sorry, that was bad!) I have:

The Baby Laundry for Unmarried Mothers by Angela Patrick - half read! A bit of a "woe is me" true story about unwanted pregnancies in the 1960's. Not really enjoying it, but will probably read it eventually, put it down then forget it!

The Dukan Diet - Love it! Pick it up, have a quick look at the menus; read a bit more.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel by Deborah Moggach - Started to read, then realised I read it 7 years ago! They changed the name..bliddy cheek! I'm reading it again, as I enjoyed it then...but I love anything by Ms Moggach

The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes - I also love anything by Julian Barnes. I'm devouring it at a great rate of knots...I actually dished up dinner reading it tonight!!

So......... what are you reading at the moment and what would you recommend? ]]> Books Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?471-What-are-you-reading-now Rosamund Lupton - Afterwards http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?470-Rosamund-Lupton-Afterwards&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 20:53:45 GMT It's been a long time since I read a book that I felt was totally different, moving and thrilling at the same time! I could not put this one down. I'm not generally into ghost stories, but this one was absolutely beautiful. Twists and turns throughout, emotional and touching, a brilliant read and well written.

Without giving too much away, Grace and her daughter are involved in a fire at a school. They are admitted to hospital, have "out of body experiences" and meet and watch the events unfold around them. Someone wants one of them dead...someone is to blame.

That's all I can say without giving anything away....loved it! ]]> Books Miss Triss http://crewforumfriends.com/showthread.php?470-Rosamund-Lupton-Afterwards