I think i have missed bits, is Molly writing an actual article? 
Jack Monroe #364 I used to quite like Jack until I started paying attention
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What Happened in Dordrecht
"Did you enjoy your meal, darling?"
"Yes absolutely - I was a bit disappointed they didn't have a salad bar though. I have no idea why Harvester hasn't taken off over here."
"Well, at least we managed to find the one bar in all the Netherlands that's showing the Eastenders omnibus. I didn't know you were such a fan - you're so full of surprises. Anyway, there's something I've been meaning to talk to you about..."
"Oh me too, what a coincidence, HAHAHAHA! We're so in sync, it's like we're two halves of the same person or something. Shall I go first?"
"Sure, why not."
"HAROLDWILLYOUMARRYME"
"Er...I'm not quite sure what to say...I mean, we haven't been seeing each other for long and this is a big decision..."
"Oh, it's OK, I don't expect you to give me an answer right away, I mean, I've only planned this evening for months and spent a huge chunk of my 150 hour working week researching wedding venues. It's fine. I'm fine. I just thought this would give us something nice to focus on instead of the mendacious faceless trolls who all want me to STOP BREATHING. Never mind, just take some time to think about it and let me know, next week maybe?"
"I'll...do that. Was there anything else you wanted to talk about?"
"Oh, yes. You see, it's such a hassle for you having to drive all the way from your little shop in the City to my humble shack in the ghetto of Southend in your massive car. I thought it would be nice if we moved in together."
"Oh...did you?"
"Yes, and don't worry, you don't need to get involved with all the planning and house hunting, I know how busy you are. You'll just have to sign a bit of paperwork, but I'll sort the rest. I've booked an appointment with a mortgage adviser and a pedicure just before - no reason, HAHAHAHA. We'll need somewhere with a spare bedroom or five, too."
"...Why is that?"
"Harold, I'm a week late! I know we're not trying, and it's probably nothing, but it wouldn't be the end of the world if I did get pregnant, would it? I mean, I've done it before and it's basically like having a houseplant, HAHAHAHA. Anyway, I've waffled on long enough - what did you want to talk to me about?"
"Oh...don't worry, it can wait till we're back home. I wouldn't want to spoil the rest of the holiday."
"Did you enjoy your meal, darling?"
"Yes absolutely - I was a bit disappointed they didn't have a salad bar though. I have no idea why Harvester hasn't taken off over here."
"Well, at least we managed to find the one bar in all the Netherlands that's showing the Eastenders omnibus. I didn't know you were such a fan - you're so full of surprises. Anyway, there's something I've been meaning to talk to you about..."
"Oh me too, what a coincidence, HAHAHAHA! We're so in sync, it's like we're two halves of the same person or something. Shall I go first?"
"Sure, why not."
"HAROLDWILLYOUMARRYME"
"Er...I'm not quite sure what to say...I mean, we haven't been seeing each other for long and this is a big decision..."
"Oh, it's OK, I don't expect you to give me an answer right away, I mean, I've only planned this evening for months and spent a huge chunk of my 150 hour working week researching wedding venues. It's fine. I'm fine. I just thought this would give us something nice to focus on instead of the mendacious faceless trolls who all want me to STOP BREATHING. Never mind, just take some time to think about it and let me know, next week maybe?"
"I'll...do that. Was there anything else you wanted to talk about?"
"Oh, yes. You see, it's such a hassle for you having to drive all the way from your little shop in the City to my humble shack in the ghetto of Southend in your massive car. I thought it would be nice if we moved in together."
"Oh...did you?"
"Yes, and don't worry, you don't need to get involved with all the planning and house hunting, I know how busy you are. You'll just have to sign a bit of paperwork, but I'll sort the rest. I've booked an appointment with a mortgage adviser and a pedicure just before - no reason, HAHAHAHA. We'll need somewhere with a spare bedroom or five, too."
"...Why is that?"
"Harold, I'm a week late! I know we're not trying, and it's probably nothing, but it wouldn't be the end of the world if I did get pregnant, would it? I mean, I've done it before and it's basically like having a houseplant, HAHAHAHA. Anyway, I've waffled on long enough - what did you want to talk to me about?"
"Oh...don't worry, it can wait till we're back home. I wouldn't want to spoil the rest of the holiday."
I think so, she referred to an article for Medium. I am excited!I think i have missed bits, is Molly writing an actual article?
They just donāt pay enough attention! A lot of people donāt.
To be honest I quite like the haircut.
She should have checked herself before she Dordrecht herself.
Reader, I snorted
Thread title nom!!!!
Also... this is
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I have no idea how to get rid of quote tweet when I accidentally click on it! It wonāt let me change it!I think that I did this wrong and got a very strange article, some nice photos tho.
Anyway bit behind but has anyone seen Tom Kerridge signed up to do M&S budget meals for Ā£25 a week? Itās got decent reviews and doesnāt look like itās fell out a labradoodles arse!
I actually saw someone had done a Ā£16 a week meal plan the other day. That leaves Ā£4 in the budget for a bottle of shower gel, a lightbulb and a few hours of electric to run it.
I keep going back to look at this, I think it's brilliant
Itās just came on my fb feed as a mirror article!
Good on him! I do buy from M&S the quality is much better with the fresh stuff! And since the cost of living crisis itās balanced itself out! Some Asda items are more expensive than theirs!
Good on him! I do buy from M&S the quality is much better with the fresh stuff! And since the cost of living crisis itās balanced itself out! Some Asda items are more expensive than theirs!
Two of the few things I hate in life...slugs and mustard. A bit niche I know and may lead to me being šŗļø (those and brown sauce. The work of the devil)
Back to grunking, two pages open at once. Yesterday's and last week's.
catching up after a few days offā¦ Arghhhhh! Her supporters are so utterly ridiculous, and again itās offensive how little they know about being poor, to the point where any old poverty-sounding phrases are seen as plausible.
the pawn shop thing has been prickling away in my mind for a couple of weeks, but the rings has solidified the issue; pawn shops are not necessarily part of being poor. shes gone for the dramatic sounding, Dickensian thing. Ebay exists. People pay good money on there. Jewellery dealers exist.
a pawn shop implies she will buy it back. But thereās also another factor here; as an advocate for living on a shoestring, Monroeās USP if she has one is doing so relatively successfully. The chaos of her life suggests she isnt able to do it anywhere near as well as 90% of working class people in poverty.
My speculation is that trips to pawn shops to get quick easy cash suggests a craving or dependence. Incidentally cash converter type places are used by gambling addicts and people who need drugs
the pawn shop thing has been prickling away in my mind for a couple of weeks, but the rings has solidified the issue; pawn shops are not necessarily part of being poor. shes gone for the dramatic sounding, Dickensian thing. Ebay exists. People pay good money on there. Jewellery dealers exist.
a pawn shop implies she will buy it back. But thereās also another factor here; as an advocate for living on a shoestring, Monroeās USP if she has one is doing so relatively successfully. The chaos of her life suggests she isnt able to do it anywhere near as well as 90% of working class people in poverty.
My speculation is that trips to pawn shops to get quick easy cash suggests a craving or dependence. Incidentally cash converter type places are used by gambling addicts and people who need drugs
This keeps happening to me too. No idea how to get rid.I have no idea how to get rid of quote tweet when I accidentally click on it! It wonāt let me change it!
Babe Same. I WANT this board so I can play Griftopoly.I keep going back to look at this, I think it's brilliant
I mean, when I was at my poorest - and post break up and not in a great way - around 11 years ago, I took a few Xbox games to cash converters to be able to afford a couple of beers with friends. It probably wasnāt the healthiest choice to make, but it meant I got to have a bit of enjoyment. But the crucial thing is, my mates would have shouted me the beers if Iād been honest with them and said I was having a rough time. But my dignity mattered, so I wanted to give the impression of holding it all together - going to cash converters to pay for a couple of beers at a local was not how I wanted to be seen.
but Jackās whole ābrandā is ostensibly based on the idea that she has something to teach people about managing on next to nothing. But she doesnāt. And itās gross that the wealthy celebs can actually relate to the āoh god, well at least she hasnāt had to sell the orginal Eminā.
even if she is pawning her rings because sheās skint, youād think itād be essential to her public standing to have a bit of dignity. Even if she said āeven I have to admit that Iām struggling financially at the momentā, thatās fine. But she is creating a narrative about poverty that doesnāt reflect what itās actually like.
but Jackās whole ābrandā is ostensibly based on the idea that she has something to teach people about managing on next to nothing. But she doesnāt. And itās gross that the wealthy celebs can actually relate to the āoh god, well at least she hasnāt had to sell the orginal Eminā.
even if she is pawning her rings because sheās skint, youād think itād be essential to her public standing to have a bit of dignity. Even if she said āeven I have to admit that Iām struggling financially at the momentā, thatās fine. But she is creating a narrative about poverty that doesnāt reflect what itās actually like.
Morning all. Catching up so forgiveness where it may land. Jack (and other 'celebs', yes I'm looking at you Ralf), this is how you raise money for a cause you believe in. You make a post and you link to the place where the money needs to go. No passwords or bank accounts required. There, not hard is it? (And please don't tell me there's anything bad about BB - I couldn't take it!)
Click go back on your browser or phone then click on the next page at the bottom of the thread and it will be gone!
I would buy it for you but... <tip jar>
I'm a huge Bill fan, and I've only ever read things about him being a lovely human. Think we're safe
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